It's a real tender
Not an oversized pool toy. A single-hull dinghy with a firm drop-stitch floor and a transom made for an outboard.
Rover Marine Battle Boat 12 ft Inflatable Dinghy and Yacht Tender
The biggest Battle Boat: the most room, the most payload and the highest motor ceiling. Still no trailer and no slip.
In stock. Free shipping from Kelowna, BC.
1 to 3 daysBC
2 to 4 daysAB, SK, MB
4 to 7 daysON and east
Ships within 1 to 2 business days. Business-day courier estimates.
- 12 ft, the biggest Battle Boat. The most space for people, gear and a bigger motor.
- Single-hull dinghy with the familiar tender feel. Easy to row, launch and tie up.
- High-pressure drop-stitch floor for a firm deck without plywood or aluminum panels.
- Short-shaft gas or electric outboard ready. The motor is sold separately.
- Packs down for a trunk, RV, yacht locker, garage or cottage shed.
The outboard motor is sold separately. Add one below or call us and we'll help you pick.
Not sure which size or motor?
Call our team and we'll match the size to your crew and the motor to your water. Prefer a set time? Book a free 15-minute call.
Quick answers
Does it come with a motor?
No. The boat comes with a manual pump, two aluminum paddles, bench seating and a repair kit. Add a short-shaft gas or electric outboard below, or call us and we'll help you pick one.
When will it arrive?
It's in stock and ships from Kelowna within 1 to 2 business days. Delivery takes 1 to 3 days in BC, 2 to 4 in the Prairies and 4 to 7 to Ontario and east.
Which size should I get?
The 12 ft has the most room and the highest motor ceiling. Compare all three sizes.
Do I need a licence?
If your motor is 10 hp (7.5 kW) or more, the boat needs a Pleasure Craft Licence. Whatever the motor, electric included, the person driving needs proof of competency, like a Pleasure Craft Operator Card.
What if it's not right for me?
You have 60 days from delivery under our Rider's Guarantee, and if you order before May 1, 2027 your 60 days start May 1. The hull has a 5-year warranty.
What's in the box
- Rover Marine Battle Boat 12 ft
- Manual pump
- Two aluminum paddles
- Bench seating
- Repair kit
The outboard motor, an electric pump, the Bimini and safety gear are sold separately.
Specs
Length: 12 ft
Hull: single-hull inflatable dinghy
Floor: high-pressure drop-stitch
Motor: short-shaft gas or electric outboard, sold separately
Weight, capacity, people and max motor: we're waiting on Rover Marine's signed spec sheet, and we won't post a number until it's confirmed. Want it the day it lands? Email info@canadianboardco.com and we'll send it straight to you. Can't wait? Call 1-800-399-5260 and we'll tell you what we know today.
Warranty and returns
Warranty: 5 years on the hull, 3 years on the tubes and seams, and 1 year on boat accessories. Warranty claims are repaired or replaced. Warranty details
60 Day Rider's Guarantee: 60 days from delivery to decide. Unused returns get a full refund. Order before May 1, 2027 and your 60 days start May 1. How returns work
Shipping
Free shipping across Canada. Ships from Kelowna, BC within 1 to 2 business days.
- BC: 1 to 3 business days
- Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba: 2 to 4 business days
- Ontario and east: 4 to 7 business days
Pickup in Kelowna by appointment. Shipping policy
Description
Maximum room for crew, gear, and longer days on the water.
The Rover Marine Battle Boat 12ft is the roomiest single-hull inflatable dinghy in the Battle Boat line, built for yacht tender use, cottage runs, marina trips, light fishing, and relaxed weekend cruising. It gives you a familiar tender feel with generous space for passengers and gear, while still packing down for practical storage.
- Single-hull inflatable dinghy design for a familiar, practical tender feel
- High-pressure drop-stitch floor for rigid footing under passengers and gear
- Short-shaft motor ready for compatible electric or gas outboard setups
- Spacious 12ft layout for extra passengers, equipment, and onboard flexibility
- Packs down for storage without a trailer or dedicated slip
Free shipping across Canada on orders over $100 CAD.
Built for Tender Runs and Full Days Out
The Battle Boat 12ft is the choice for boaters who want maximum room, capacity, and motor flexibility in a portable inflatable dinghy. Use it for shore runs, marina errands, cottage cruising, light fishing, exploring, or as a capable yacht tender without a trailer or permanent slip.
Room for Your Crew and Your Gear
The single-hull design gives this tender a familiar feel on the water, while the rigid drop-stitch floor creates a more secure surface for passengers and equipment. The 12ft layout gives you the flexibility to bring more people, more gear, or both.
Big Tender Capability, Packable Storage
Pair it with a compatible short-shaft electric or gas outboard for dependable trips. After your outing, rinse with fresh water, dry it thoroughly, and pack it away in a garage, RV, yacht locker, or cottage shed.
Rover Marine Battle Boat 12ft — Inflatable Dinghy & Yacht Tender
Sale price$2,350.00
Regular price$2,899.00
On the water
Launched from a dock, a beach or the back of a bigger boat.
No trailer, no slip
Deflate it when the day's done. It lives in the trunk, the RV, the yacht locker or the cottage shed.
In stock in Kelowna
Ships now, free across Canada. Our team helps you pick the size and motor before you buy.
The classic tender, made simple
One hull, a firm floor, a transom for your motor. Nothing extra to carry.
- 1Single-hull tubesThe familiar dinghy layout. Easy to row, mount, launch and use as a tender.
- 2Drop-stitch floorHigh pressure gives you a firm deck under passengers and gear, without plywood or aluminum weight.
- 3TransomTakes a short-shaft gas or electric outboard. Paddles come in the box for backup.
Which Battle Boat is right for you?
Same boat in three sizes. Most people should start with the 10 ft.
8 FT · LIGHT TENDER
8 ft Battle Boat
$2,150
Compact
Easiest to store and handle. Short runs and a small tender for the yacht or the cottage.
See the 8 ftOur pick
10 FT · MOST POPULAR
10 ft Battle Boat
$2,250
All-rounder
More room for passengers, gear and weekend use. The pick for most cottage, marina and tender buyers.
See the 10 ftYou're looking at this one
12 FT · MAX ROOM
12 ft Battle Boat
$2,350
Biggest
The most space and payload, with the highest motor ceiling of the three.
You're on this pagePick your power
Every Battle Boat takes a short-shaft outboard, gas or electric. Tick what you want and we add it all to your cart.
Running gas?
Bring your own short-shaft gas outboard. Send us the model and we'll tell you if it fits the 12 ft.
Ask about motor fit12 ft Battle Boat$2,350.00CAD, before tax. Ships free across Canada.
Bag to water
No ramp, no trailer. Set it up wherever you're standing.
Step 1
Unpack
Pull it from the bag and roll it out flat.
Step 2
Pump it up
Floor and tubes. The manual pump is in the box; an electric pump saves your arms.
Step 3
Mount the motor
Clamp your short-shaft outboard to the transom and clip on the kill switch.
Step 4
Launch
Slide it in off the dock, the beach or the ramp and you're away.
Where it goes
Photos with a Bimini show the Bimini for Boats and Catamarans, sold separately.
Dock and ramp runs
Load the crew and the cooler and head across the lake.
Cottage cruising
Groceries, the neighbour's dock, or a slow loop at sunset.
Bigger motor
The highest motor ceiling of the three. Ask us what fits.
Long days out
Add the Bimini for shade. Shown here, sold separately.
Battle Boat or Battle Cat?
Same sizes, same prices. The difference is the hull.
| Feature | 12 ft Battle Boat | 12 ft Battle Cat | Hard-hull boat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hull | Single-hull inflatable dinghy | Twin-pontoon catamaran | Rigid hull |
| Feels like | A traditional tender | Wide and planted when people move around | Depends on the boat |
| Best for | Tender runs, leisure cruising, rowing, light fishing | Fishing, standing, diving, choppier days | Bigger water and bigger motors |
| No trailer or slip needed | Yes | Yes | No |
| Lives in the off-season | A trunk, garage or locker | A trunk, garage or locker | A driveway, yard or marina |
| Available | In stock in Kelowna | Pre-order, arriving mid-November | Depends on the dealer |
Off-season
A boat that spends the winter in the closet
No trailer to register, no driveway space, no storage yard bill. Deflate it in the fall, roll it up, and it waits in the garage until the ice is off.
- In stock. Ships from Kelowna within 1 to 2 business days
- Order before May 1, 2027 and your 60-day guarantee starts May 1, 2027
- 5-year warranty on the hull, 3 years on the tubes and seams
Canadian owned · Kelowna, BC
Buy it from people who'll pick up the phone
Canadian Board Co. is the Canadian dealer for Rover Marine. Ask us about sizes, motors, pumps and launch-day setup before you order, and after.
- 5-year warranty on the hull, 3 years on the tubes and seams, 1 year on boat accessories.
- 60 Day Rider's Guarantee from the day it's delivered. Winter orders start May 1.
- Price match. Find this boat cheaper on another site and we'll match it.
- Pick it up in Kelowna by appointment if you're local.
12 ft Battle Boat questions
Does the 12 ft Battle Boat come with a motor?
No. The boat comes with a manual pump, two aluminum paddles, bench seating and a repair kit. The motor, an electric pump, the Bimini and safety gear are sold separately. Add a motor in Pick your power or call us and we'll help you choose.
Do I need a licence?
If your motor is 10 hp (7.5 kW) or more, the boat needs a Pleasure Craft Licence. Whatever the motor, electric included, the person driving needs proof of competency, like a Pleasure Craft Operator Card.
Which size should I get?
You're looking at the 12 ft. It has the most room and payload, and the highest motor ceiling of the three. Not sure? Book a call or ring us at 1-800-399-5260 and we'll match the size to your crew and the motor to your water.
Battle Boat or Battle Cat?
The Battle Boat is a single-hull dinghy with the classic tender feel. The Battle Cat has two pontoons for a wider, steadier stance when people move around. Same sizes, same prices. Full comparison
Is it a good yacht tender?
Yes. Shore runs, guest pickup and marina errands, then it deflates into the locker. Heading into salt water? Give us a call first. We're confirming saltwater care with Rover Marine along with the full spec sheet.
What's a short-shaft outboard?
It's the shorter motor leg length made for small boats and tenders like this one. When you shop for a motor, check the listing says short shaft. Got one already? Send us the model and we'll tell you if it fits.
What's the warranty?
5 years on the hull, 3 years on the tubes and seams, and 1 year on boat accessories. Warranty claims are repaired or replaced. Plus our 60 Day Rider's Guarantee from the day it's delivered. Warranty details
Can I pick it up in Kelowna?
Yes. There's no storefront, but you can pick up at our Kelowna warehouse by appointment. Just set it up with us first.
Found it cheaper somewhere else?
Send us the link at info@canadianboardco.com. If another site sells this Rover Marine boat for less, we'll match it.
Buying it now for next summer?
Order before May 1, 2027 and your 60 Day Rider's Guarantee starts on May 1, 2027, not the day it arrives. That gives you all of May and June to decide. How the guarantee works
The most room. Still no trailer.
$2,350.00$2,899.00
- In stock in Kelowna
- 5-year hull warranty
- Canadian owned