Nimbus Tender T12
We are happy to introduce The Tender 12 with significant design updates, including distinctive new exterior features, redesigned custom helm seats with enhanced ergonomics, and an extended aft platform.
What's new?
Striking new exterior design
The extended swim platform with double mould construction offers structural integration with the hull and closer connection to the water. New stainless steel railing combined with new hull decor features the Nimbus logo in new chromed, giving all models a more distinctive appearance.
New helm seats with ergonomic design
Completely reimagined helm seats in custom Nimbus design deliver exceptional comfort for extended time at the helm. Enhanced ergonomics and lateral support mean less fatigue on longer passages.
New T-top and side balcony for Tender 12
The completely redesigned, longer and wider, T-top integrates solar panels and acrylic see-through glass sections with sunblock. The T12 now also offers a folding side balcony on starboard side for extend social spaces while at anchor.
Beyond the visible changes, extended swim platform, new helm seats, striking exterior design with stainless steel décor. The entire 12 Series incorporates improvements to ventilation, lighting, sound routing, and serviceability.
The new Mercury Joystick Piloting facilitates intuitive system monitoring, with joystick control and integrated bow thruster available across the range with Mercury outboards. Volvo Penta inboards are available on both Commuter 12 and Tender 12, with optional assisted docking package with joystick control. Both systems make close-quarter maneuvering effortless and safe.
The optional hydraulic swim platform for outboard engines brings guests closer to the water and serves as a passerelle when moored. New windscreen wiper systems and updated illumination enhance visibility and ambiance across all models. New aft deck seating arrangement with side cushions creates additional seating possibilities on the aft sides of the deck, transforming storage areas into comfortable social spaces.
The boating experience
“In the design and development process, we deliberately focused on “simplicity” and “easy living” for everyone on board. This includes being able to easily and conveniently board or deboard the boat, to load, to travel, to stay aboard and to own the boat. Everything that has to do with your Nimbus should feel natural and easy regardless of activity. When things are easy, we quite simply feel more relaxed and can focus on the boating experience”, Says Mats Jacobsson, Technical Director at Nimbus.
Simplicity and flexibility
Throughout the design process we were constantly guided by a single question: “What components make for the best days out on the sea together in great company?“
The answer was big, flexible socializing spaces, plenty of room to move around, proper protection from the sun that covers a good part of the boat and several spots to lie back and sunbathe or lounge. It was also plenty of fridge space for storing food and drink, a proper outdoor galley with barbecue, a large swim platform with room for several people to enjoy a dip at the same time and finally an extra-large, but easily accessible stowage area for gear and water toys.
The boat’s heart is found in its lounge area. This is an extra spacious and multifunctional socializing space that can be easily adapted for different activities such as cruising, sunbathing, swimming, entertaining, lunch and dinner or a quiet afternoon of reading in the shade. Flexibility is provided by sofas, tables and awnings with simple handles that can be used to rotate, fold and move into different positions depending on the intended use.
The lounge area has a large table and three sofas which, depending on their position, can function as a large sun pad or a seating area that can either have all seats facing forward or alternatively facing one another. The outdoor galley has drawers for cutlery and tableware, a kitchen sink with hot water and space for a gas stove or electric grill. The large stowage space measures just over 2500 liters and boasts a hydraulic opening mechanism that is easily accessible from the aft deck. It has space for everything you could ever want to bring with you, whether that be SUPs, sea bobs, wakeboards or simply an inflatable rubber boat. The swim platform and the aft deck are large and easily provide enough space for several people at the same time.
“We already added some extra deck space, treading surfaces and wide passageways on this boat’s little sister, the T9, but the T12 takes things to a whole new level. The surface areas are exceptionally generous and the freedom of movement you get onboard is palpable – not just in the lounge area, but on the aft deck and the foredeck as well. The boat is far from being over-furnished and freedom of movement is something that you truly feel whenever you step onboard” says Joacim Gustavsson.
The cockpit is meticulously put together in typical Nimbus fashion, with extra storage compartments and space for three people to sit in the direction of travel. The foredeck offers room for a divan and a sun bed. Much like the T9 series, the T12 also has a large storage hatch at the front of the cabin. Thanks to the large gunwale sides, the foredeck can also be used as a seating area and socializing space.
Below deck you will find two separate cabins with space for two couples or a family of four. Additionally, there is a spacious bathroom with toilet, shower and sufficient headroom.
“Our customers feel that we have really done our utmost to design the boat in a thoroughly considered way that makes it easy to use no matter your chosen activity. In addition, they also appreciate its excellent sense of “seamanship” which gives an added feeling of comfort and security onboard”
Lounge mode
Lounge mode
Drive mode
The large storage space has a capacity of over 2500 liters and is equipped with a hydraulic opening mechanism.
Quick facts
- Completely new air lubricated stepped hull design
- Low planning threshold and razor-sharp bow section
- Built for speed, exceptional seaworthiness and handling
- Speed characteristics +40 knots, cruising speed 20-40 knots
- Walk-around design
- Large lounge area with flexible seating arrangements
- Large outdoor galley with grill*, refrigerators and/or ice machine*
- High end HIFI system with subwoofer*
- Extra-large aft stowage 2500 liter for gear and toys
- Cockpit with seating for 3 people
- Dashboard can be fitted with twin 12 inch plotters
- Double bed in front cabin with separate head and shower
- Mid cabin with double bed
- Large loading hatch from foredeck with access to cabin
- Solar panels on T-top*
- Sunbed and divan on foredeck*
- Joystick steering*
- Active trim
- Diesel generator and air conditioner*
*optional equipment
Technical Specifications
| Length | 12,70 m |
| Width | 3,46 m |
| Weight incl. 2×425 hp engine | 6 850 kg |
| Draft | 0,9 m |
| Max Air Draft | 3,85 m |
| Fuel Capacity | 850 l |
| Fresh Water Capacity | 135 l |
| Black Water Tank | 80 l |
| Refrigerator Capacity | 70 + 70 + 85 l |
| Max people | 10/12 |
| Design Category | B/C |
| Number of beds | 4 (2+2) |
| Speed | +45 knots |
Engine Alternatives
Mercury Verado V8 2×300 hp
Mercury Verado V10 2×425 hp
Volvo Penta D4 DPI 2×320 hp
