Lifeboat Capsize test

A film I made recently about a new RNLI All weather Lifeboat being capsized in a test.

[@zumabilla]

I just realised people posting comments not familiar with the RNLI in the UK are assuming this is a lifeboat... as in the kind of lifeboat attached to cruise ships that are lowered into the sea in an emergency. This is a rapid rescue boat that has a trained crew onboard that responds to ships/persons at sea in distress and is launched from a station or dock/marina on the coast. RNLI and HM Coastguard work together with help from Royal Navy and other military when necessary e.g. helicopter search and rescue.

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

Well said. I served on the Plymouth lifeboat.

[@alanj9391]

The "lifeboats" attached to cruise ships, etc are technically known as "Totally Enclosed Survival Craft" - I trained as a coxswain for them when I worked in the North Sea oil and gas industry.

[@mrchickeneater1933]

Yeah some are still volunteers such brave people they all are

[@paullee5573]

Quick note to Mr Chickeneater. Actually, Sir most of our crewmen and women are volunteers. But STILL we, the RNLI, get no government funding. Thanks for your contribution to this debate. It all helps to keep us in the public eye.

[@donovan9356]

So basically like the US coast guard?

[@Ezethede]

"all your occupants will vomit, but at least they won't drown!"

[@Davids6994]

some could drown in their own vomit while unconscious

[@svenvolwater5473]

Davide Semeraro mister i know everything this was a joke....

[@dormy6209]

@@Davids6994 eww i regret reading this

[@dormy6209]

@@svenvolwater5473 lmao 6 years??

[@svenvolwater5473]

kervyne cabais ??

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

I wanted to film inside it but they wouldn't let me!

[@michaelmanley9132]

Adventures of an old Seadog I was thinking how cool it would be to see it from the inside. To bad they wouldn’t let you film it

[@louisclark6051]

I used to live on a boat , her make was a seadog :) . 30ft ketch .

[@colinclarke4285]

I think it was filmed inside many years ago for the BBC tv series 'blue peter ' where presenter john noakes was strapped into a seat and the vessel was inverted...this was in the 1970s as I recall with none of today's risk assessment health and safety red tape

[@annwithaplan9766]

Adventures of an old Seadog - Why couldn't you have just strapped a camera inside if you couldn't be in it during the capsize?

[@mountie816]

These boats are amazing and the people that go out on the ocean to rescue people are just as amazing for the job they do. Thank god we have people like this around!

[@kajalkhan9191]

This's not look like Rescue boat

[@thedisabledwelshman9266]

@@kajalkhan9191 didnt you read the title?

[@bradtube.]

"Thank God we have men like this around" ... dont forget it... men.

[@paulbottomley42]

I bloody love those boats. And their crews. Y'all are awesome :D

[@tanall5959]

I don't know whats more impressive: That the thing just refused to stay upside down (which is a good thing), or how readily it was able to float on its cabin for the moments it actually WAS upside down.

[@iceman7975]

God bless all those who serve and have served in the RLNI in whatever capacity. Inspirational. Greetings from Gibraltar.

[@51WCDodge]

I know the strops were conrolling her roll, but she was very reluctant to go over, and bloody quick to come up.

[@rcblitzfpv8346]

51WCDodge especially for a top heavy boat I would say

[@51WCDodge]

@@rcblitzfpv8346 Yep! That is what you call a Sea Boat.

[@rcblitzfpv8346]

51WCDodge yea I know

[@patrickstonehewer7028]

@@rcblitzfpv8346 the vessel isn't top heavy - see how self-righting capability is designed in kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGStZ62LYsaEkM0

[@rcblitzfpv8346]

Patrick Stonehewer yea I watch the vid a coup weeks ago and they put all the heavy stuff down bottom thanks I forgot I left this comment to correct it

[@user-vs6oz2rl2z]

Фрэнк,что ты сделал с судном это невероятно.СПАСИБО.Ты и твой экипаж моряки с большой буквы.Это что то.😊

[@trueblue2124]

This is so impressive - I think the world of these life boat people - they are simply amazing what they do - So thank you old Seadog for a great video !!

[@Mistah33YT]

This is how the RNLI should clean the boats :D

[@dope7kids]

Just an indication how stable these vessels are, shes layed over more than 170 degrees and still needed to be pulled more in order to make a complete roll, safest boat in the world is the one that comes back to the upright after capsizing.

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

Thanx for watching. Yes auto engine and fuel cut off when the boat is inverted.

[@rickdavis3593]

Why? The U.S. Coast Guard's 44' MLB's were built to come up running. Just curious as to why the need for the shutdown.

[@lewisnorth1188]

Rick Davis I'm not an expert, but it could be a lot of reasons. Like if there are crew members on the outside of the boat, they would get thrown into the water and would be in danger of hitting the props.

[@short_kenobi]

@@lewisnorth1188 Correct! Another reason is so the engine doesn't hydrolock making it so it won't start

[@peterlewis3540]

I was sunning myself on the beach of Porthdinllaen on the Llyn Peninsula, back in June 2023, is the stunning weather. Once of the most picturesque beaches in the whole of Gwynedd, i didn't realise they had a Shannon moored nearby.

[@CymruEmergencyResponder]

They don’t. This is a Tamar.

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

All RNLI boats are built to this standard. Cheers.

[@emmax_x5730]

Adventures of an old Seadog do u have a boat yourself

[@maticstudios]

emma x_x They are not privately owned...

[@robertcaron9181]

What is the secret, or what makes the boat go back to the regular position?

[@Sprinkles0139]

@@robertcaron9181 The all weather lifeboats are designed with large and heavy items placed as low as possible in them and the wheelhouse the orange thing on top of it all where the crew are is designed to be very buoyant which helps it return to an upright position I hope that's makes sense and is simple enough the RNLI have a video on it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGStZ62LYsaEkM0

[@adambrickley1119]

@@robertcaron9181 the bouancy of the cabin and weight of the engines combined makes it unstable inverted.

[@thfi5294]

I knew of such tests, but had never seen one. Surprised me a bit it did not go further into the water, then realized that sealed cabin must be really buoyant. Performed as it was supposed to, and is a really nice looker - I would love to own one.

[@LondonCarnaval]

This is how every boat should be made. Respect to all RNLI CREW AND ALL THE VOLUNTEERS. AWESOME PEOPLE 👌 🙏✊🤝😊👍👏✌🤙🤘🥰❤

[@stuartbrookes7785]

That was fun to watch. What a clever design!

[@gotany1]

Didn't see the green flash when upside down from the sun.

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

This is the first time in the water. Every 4 boats are tested this way.

[@1truthseeking8]

Do they do a drop test of any kind? Like if they came of the top of a large wave crest and dropped to the trough? Still curious about the buoyancy of ot were flooded or swamped multiple times with doors open or if windows were damaged...

[@johnpelham9310]

I hope to never need one , but that was awesome. As well as reassuring.

[@bfleming56]

This is a lifeboat that lifeguards use to save people

[@pauljohnston6790]

That is one serious craft, I take it she is self righting, she's even beautiful just to look at her, look after your craft & your craft will look after you, many thanks for psting,

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

+Paul Johnston She's a 'Tamar' class. Yes all Rnli lifeboats are self righting. Thanks for watching.

[@ahmedsamy8406]

Paul Johnston sorry but why you refer to the craft by she not it ..? I learn English and u confused me

[@annjohnston5031]

AHMED Samy I was referring to the craft, not the language...!

[@ahmedsamy8406]

Ann Johnston I understand but the craft shouldn’t be referred to as it not she ?

[@Deuce_and_a_half]

@@ahmedsamy8406 all equipment is fondly referred to as "she", from guns to planes, tanks, boats and cars.

[@shantimirpeace]

I guess, doors have to be closed, no heavy objects in the upper deck; looks pretty impressive!

[@stuarthall3874]

For some reason, that reminds me of what I feel like waking up in the morning.

[@Windgonner]

You mean after a late night at the pub.?! :-)

[@paullee5573]

Did you expect anything less from the RNLI. We are acknowledged world wide as being the finest marine rescue organisation on earth. Our personnel are available 24/7 to rescue anyone, from a lone swimmer or sailor to an ocean liner. We operate both on british coastlines, in land rivers, such as the Thames, and even further afield when needed. The RNLI also have specialist vehicles such as hovercraft , for mud flat rescues, mainly around the east coast. Additionally we , on occasion assist in the rescue of residents in flooded areas. So, naturally, our personal have the very best technology that money can buy. This obviously costs a great deal of money. RNLI receive no subsidies or Grant's from the government. Rather, we rely upon the generosity of private individuals such as yourself. So next time you see a collecting box, maybe on the bar of your local pub, please spare as much as you can afford, to enable us to maintain this world beating service. You never know, one day you may find yourself in need of our services. But don't worry. We are there for you.

[@andygale8483]

I used to watch alot of Lifeboats being lifted and was involved with the first Shannon carriage launch

[@patrickchapman4949]

qp

[@sammyvh11]

This is the coolest sailing channel on YT

[@jessecovington6639]

Those really awesome amazing boats I remember one sank around Christmas time in the 80s I think they were trying to save I do his wife and their daughter off of brand-new ship best I remember

[@Bigbadandgrizzley]

RLB: "no. No. NO! I will not be capsized. You cant make me. I won't do it." *Stamps feet like a spoilt teenager*. :D Love these things.

[@oducks5820]

This would be a great charter boat! Tons of room for fishing I bet if you got the manufacturer to spec it out for fishing it would be perfect!

[@tmanoutdoors8277]

Oducks58 I’m sure when these go outdated they will strip them of some stuff and then sell them

[@patriciofuentes5669]

Wou...!!! Es como un PATO en el AGUA.......Extraordinario. Felicitaciones. RNLI.....BRAVO ZULU.. .

[@j.dukemanning3168]

That just absolutely rocks!!!

[@CloudElve]

That's amazing... That must be positive stability up to a heel of 160° or something ridiculous like that... O.o That boat really doesn't want to stay upside-down.

[@SiggyCloud]

This is why they go steaming out when others come steaming in.

[@tomthompson7400]

and the huge amount of air in the wheelhouse

[@cuadang7350]

Marco Nikander no

[@h4marine]

And fitted with H4 rope cutters from Plymouth, well, made in Perth but supplied to the RNLI from just outside Plymouth. You can't quite see them in the video...

[@finscreenname]

Great way to paint the bottom.

[@bulletproofcammy6064]

I prefer the bigger Severn class, looks better aswell. But I love the RNLI. Keep up the good work guys....

[@lewisnorth1188]

BulletproofCammy but the Severn can't be ramp launched, which looks awesome

[@carlynfindlay5046]

No mater what size of wave that wouldn't sink amazing.

[@josephkool8411]

What a beautiful boat

[@LegionOfWeirdos]

WOW! That was pretty cool!

[@ianevans5573]

Ive been on her on a launch i am a crew member she is in the lleyn peninsiwla in north wales

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

Im Plymouth crew!

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

Cheers.

[@MARKSFINCHES]

It's the Tamer class life boat. Devonport dockyard ( Babcock ) the builder is sited on the River Tamer,hence it's name.

[@rockstarJDP]

"Hey lads, the boss is out for the afternoon but he left the keys to the boat behind... thinking what I'm thinking?"

[@adriandix2071]

Big Respect Guys

[@drakeParagon]

Very cool! Nice lifeboat.

[@casper65011]

I was there that day watching this from the Devon Samson (that's the floating crane) I was part of a fire crew when she was in use, I was actually trying to spot myself lol but think I was watching it through the cabin window 👍

[@loganisbaldandistakingwoki805]

Well there is a millenia of boat knowledge in one vid. The UK do the sea the best. Hats off

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

Grazie

[@huntsbychainsaw5986]

It was agonizing to watch with how long the vessel took to be capsized. Those life boats really don't want to be rolled over. If I have a pleasure vessel built I want it built to these standards.

[@ukaszwalczak1154]

Simple! Buy a lifeboat like that, and then just, convert it into a house! :D

[@Mango0870]

Me rolling off of my bed in the middle of the night is exactly like this

[@zengirl43]

hahahaha

[@zengirl43]

All I can think of is...I wish my hull was as clean as that! Awesome when it flips back!

[@timfagan816]

Is that a euphemism for something? Karen.

[@kateluvshugz]

I think that's the most buoyant thing ever created

[@CelticSaint]

Good stuff!

[@before_times3298]

Boat: ty I’m fine right side up

[@pinosoprano]

- Semplicemente grandioso.

[@rolandbellamy2837]

may God bless the lifeboat crews around the world !

[@LtGenAile]

I would highly recommend Let Not the Deep by Mike Lunnon-Wood. Deep water rescue with 50 foot waves. It's an awesome book.

[@BlueOvals24]

I wonder how well it did about keeping water out of the cabin

[@mythoughtwhatyousay]

That's neat! That's more safety boat but one problems inside will be mess up, have to clean up inside..

[@carterbroadway39]

I want a boat like that!!!

[@gerson1862]

Fantástico,que tecnologia inovadora.,nunca tinha visto

[@KMorozou]

wonderful!! th-up!!

[@johndean4998]

In operation, do the twin Caterpillar diesel engines cut off automatically once the vessel reaches a certain degree of roll?

[@hoosiercrypto9955]

One badass boat!!

[@1woksape606]

Great boat..

[@ulsterscotprotestant8431]

Awesome!

[@Imwright720]

Had a friend who bought an old life boat. The totally sealed ones. It had a pretty deep keel and 400 lbs in the bottom of it. It was supposed to right itself. Hopefully he never had to find out. The thing only did 6knots. He could only leave at slack tide.

[@ukaszwalczak1154]

Those are different lifeboats.

[@elvis1530]

Very very good. 👍👍

[@TimsBitsnPieces]

I have seen several video's exactly like this showing the righting test of these boats. I am a skipper for the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard here in Melbourne Australia and I would love to have one of these boats stationed here as they are fantastic but alas our government won't coff up the money for decent boats...

[@chaostheory89]

Guess what. The UK government didn’t cough up a penny either. That’s not a coast guard vessel. That’s from the Royal National Lifeboat Institute. Funded entirely by donations from the public.

[@johnryan2193]

Why was the crane still lifting?

[@MartyInLa]

That has to be the biggest lifeboat I've ever seen!

[@junkster129]

www.alamy.com/stock-photo-rnli-severn-class-lifeboat-moored-in-weymouth-harbour-the-severn-class-43765376.html Biggest one the RNLI has

[@mitchellhogg4627]

MartyInLa nonono...the lifeboat service is like a British coast guard...

[@lewisnorth1188]

It's not a ship lifeboat, it's a search and rescue lifeboat, one thats launched from land with a crew and responds to emergencies

[@ukaszwalczak1154]

@@mitchellhogg4627 Well...no, but actually yes.

[@deanmechanical]

How was all the oil and fluids in the engines effected? Was it everywhere in engineroom?

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

There is a cut out that stops everything when she goes over.

[@SaveWesternCivilisation]

Oil and fluids? How about the turds in the shitter?

[@GrumpyOldMan2]

I presume these are crewed by about 4-6 volunteers (some 500kg or so). How does the self-righting go if those volunteers have been tossed when the boat is inverted onto the now ceiling of the cabin which is now down the bottom. Just curious.

[@echoshedechoshed8021]

They have seatbelts that stop them from falling.

[@sloughwaya7291]

What’s the hull made of?

[@marinegroup7625]

Good job

[@jimwaterman8221]

I assumed that the RNLI tested one of each type of self righting boat but every boat that is self righting has the same test. They could be made to right more quickly but would injure the crew on board, so they had to be slowed down!!!

[@Ronin4614]

Seems like a lot o’ bother to check out the trim tabs, mate. 👍😎😜

[@rebeccamackey4878]

This is the only type of boat We shall liveaboard !!!! :O

[@jamesbaldwin7676]

OK, but what about the diesel engines, oil in the crankcase spilling into the cylinder head along with flooded type battery banks etc.? My sailboat is balusted and will right itself too but a lot of stuff is not going to be Ok.

[@mrsimo7144]

Hi, without wishing to be thick, I take it these boats are water tight so when out in rough sea etc and all locked up your quite safe in it?

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

+James Sims Hi, yes water tight apart from the main hatch that is semi watertight. Thanks for watching.

[@mrsimo7144]

Brilliant. Thanks for the reply. Shame the sea scares me. Fine as a fire fighter but not the sea! Take care. Jay

[@sunforminecraftgaming3519]

+Barry Perrins how did it happen good graphics

[@harraxmodelrailways6688]

They are meant to turn back over if they capsize

[@koiandfishingchanneluk6319]

I used to refeb them they have a boll valve which close all valve to reright it

[@cindystrong9631]

In rough seas I would think it would be quicker?

[@Antipodean33]

I wonder if it had a full tank of fuel and all the other bits and bobs like electronics etc on board as well

[@oducks5820]

If assume so if they're going to have a nearly exact match to conditions when it would be needed.

[@AfricanFlightStar]

Interesting! Nice watching at 2 x speed ☺️

[@duxberry1958]

and it should be bone dry inside

[@asistephen]

You know how people want land rovers to go off road ! Well I want one of these boats now !! but what about all the diesel fuel dont they have air vents that on a normal boat would take on water? I bet its all covered but I love all the details. I enjoyed seeing that thank you.

[@montybasset]

In the event of a roll over the engines shut down, and I suppose the engineers have designed a water trap to keep water out the intakes. And I wonder how bad the storm would be if you did manage to roll it :-o

[@Pescaeaventuracompastor]

Belo trabalho 👍

[@riyane0127]

bravo 10 sur 10

[@ToastandJam52]

I''l bet there were a few people holding there breath!

[@sahabatbonsai8864]

Absolute 🙏🙏

[@feiz01]

what a boat,,,, :)

[@1969CampEvans]

Nice clean bottom

[@ianevans5573]

Go on youtube and see him go down the brand new slipway

[@LivinLaVidaGypsea]

Insane

[@TackleTheDog]

“Roll over! Good boy!”

[@Deuce_and_a_half]

*Girl

[@irockluculent961]

Looks promising.

[@Deuce_and_a_half]

Promising?

[@AdictoTwitter]

woah xd is the capzise is the poseidon cruse

[@minibuilder1512]

pretty im impressive that 80% of the hull is out of the water and still its on the crane .....

[@gtrdude4]

Now that’s a life boat I would def want to board during a sinking ship

[@andrewvu1752]

its not that kind of lifeboat, its a rescue lifeboat kinda like the coast guard.

[@pegasus6724]

Did you know that the knights templars had ships that could re right themselves . And they worked in the same principle as the life boat does The templars used them to get to France for the crusades, and they had to invent something like this to move large amounts of men across open water to protect them so they could fight . The templars were very advanced and they mapped the world by creating these unsinkable ships The templars actually traveled to America by unsinkable ship and mapped America well before Columbus . Templar ships were many and they held 100 men each It is nice these boats exist , it is the least a life saver deserves for their troubles helping others .

[@person_1473]

Is this how it works the top is lighter then the bottom