Description
Aerowave WaveRunner 380 Series 3 – Premium 3.8m Inflatable Catamaran Package
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🛡 5-Year Structural Warranty
🚚 Free DDP AU Delivery
Included In This Complete Package
- Fewer hidden costs later: more of the key accessories are already included in the package
- Less time piecing extras together: easier ownership from the day your boat arrives
- Stronger package value: you are not comparing a bare boat to a properly equipped ownership-ready setup
- More hot-weather confidence: over-inflation safety valves add another valuable protection feature many cheaper boats miss
Fast, Fully Managed Delivery With DHL Express Air Freight
Australian customers receive FREE DDP Australia-wide delivery, while international buyers can complete their order with shipping automatically calculated at checkout based on destination. Optional DHL Express delivery is also available for Australian buyers wanting a faster premium delivery pathway.
✅ Add to Cart (Reserve Build Slot)
- Family boating where stability matters
- Coastal fishing with less roll at rest
- Buyers who want package value (pump + wheels + add-ons)
- Owners upgrading from “portable-first” inflatables
- Heavy offshore conditions beyond sensible small-boat limits
- Buyers chasing the absolute lightest pack-down at any cost
- High-speed performance boating (this is stability-first)
How the WaveRunner 380 Series 3 Is Built
The WaveRunner 380 Series 3 is not built like a cheap inflatable. It uses premium marine materials, precision tube construction, and factory-controlled assembly to create a catamaran that feels stronger, cleaner finished, and more confidence-inspiring for Australian boating conditions. It also includes over-inflation safety valves, which is a strong ownership feature many buyers now specifically look for.
- More confidence in what you are paying for because the build quality is visible, not just claimed
- Stronger premium positioning compared with lighter-duty inflatables that look generic online
- Better long-term ownership confidence when construction standards and materials are taken seriously
- More trust before purchase because buyers can see real manufacturing and finished-product quality
- Better protection in Australian heat with over-inflation safety valves included as part of the ownership spec
Why Boaties Upgrade From Open-Transom “Portable Cat” Styles
Open-transom cat inflatables are popular for portability and fast drainage. As trips become rougher, heavier, more frequent (or you’re carrying family + fishing gear), many owners start wanting a platform that feels more planted and more predictable in day-to-day coastal boating.
- More stability at rest (kids, dogs, fishing)
- Less bounce / flex underfoot
- Better tracking in wind & current
- More secure “day boat” feel at the stern
- Long-term ownership confidence (UV + salt)
- Catamaran stability for confident coastal use
- Reinforced 8 PSI air-deck for a more rigid feel
- 1.2mm Valmex® 2000D + fully welded seams
- Smaller grilled stern opening (drains while reducing “fully open stern” feel)
- Over-inflation safety valves for added hot-weather confidence
- Australian support + setup guidance
Head-to-Head (Buyer View): Takacat 380 vs WaveRunner 380 Series 3
Both are 3.8m class cat-style inflatables, but they are often chosen for different ownership priorities. This guide focuses on real-world use considerations rather than simplified “better or worse” claims.
| Buyer Priority | Takacat 380 (general buyer appeal) | WaveRunner 380 Series 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership focus | Often chosen for portability, open-drain simplicity, and lightweight handling priorities | Configured as a more all-round family + fishing coastal package with stronger ownership-ready spec |
| Stern layout feel | Open-transom style layouts are commonly associated with faster drainage and portability-focused use | Smaller grilled stern opening for drainage while delivering a more contained, “day-boat” style feel |
| Underfoot confidence | Depends on exact floor type, setup, and inflation consistency across the boat being compared | Reinforced non-skid 12 PSI air-deck specified to feel firmer and more planted underfoot |
| Material / construction emphasis | Brand-spec construction and materials vary by exact listing and package (0.9mm, 1000 denier TPU PVC as listed on website) | 1.2mm German Mehler Valmex® 2000D PVC with fully welded seams for stronger long-term ownership confidence |
| Hot-weather pressure protection | Not always highlighted as a standard ownership feature in every comparison point | Over-inflation safety valves included for added confidence in hot Australian conditions |
| Buying / ownership support | Varies depending on dealer, retailer package, and after-sales support structure | Australian support and setup guidance with a package-led ownership approach |
✅ Choose WaveRunner 380 – Reserve Your Slot
Why Australian Boaties Choose the WaveRunner 380 Series 3
- Superior catamaran stability at rest
- High 52cm tubes for added confidence
- Designed for saltwater + coastal use
- Package inclusions that reduce add-on spend
- Over-inflation safety valves for better peace of mind in hot Australian weather
Construction & Materials (Ownership Spec)
- 1.2mm German Mehler Valmex® 2000D PVC
- Fully thermo-welded seams
- Reinforced 8 PSI air-deck floor
- Rigid aluminium transom (supports up to 20HP)
- 4-chamber safety hull + over-pressure valves
- Over-inflation safety valves for better tube protection in Australian heat
WaveRunner 380 Specifications
| Length | 3.80m |
| Width | 1.55m |
| Tube Diameter | 52cm |
| Weight | 47kg |
| Capacity | 6 persons (5 recommended) |
| Load Rating | 650kg |
| Safety Features | 4-chamber hull + over-inflation safety valves as standard |
| Max Engine | 20HP |
Product Media & Downloads
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⭐ What Owners Say About the WaveRunner 380
Package FAQ`s
These are the practical questions serious buyers ask before choosing a 3.8m catamaran package for family boating, fishing and long-term ownership.
What makes the WaveRunner 380 different from a standard inflatable boat?
Is the WaveRunner 380 good for family boating?
Is it suitable for fishing?
What size outboard suits the WaveRunner 380?
Why does the reinforced 8 PSI air-deck matter?
Why do over-inflation safety valves matter?
Why is the package value important on this model?
Is the WaveRunner 380 built for Australian conditions?
Do you provide support after the sale?
What shipping is included with the WaveRunner 380 package?
Can I upgrade to DHL Express delivery?
Do you ship internationally?
Will my price change after I place my order?
- 50% deposit required at the time of order for custom builds
- Deposits accepted via EFT, credit card, or debit card
- Remaining balance payable prior to dispatch
- Estimated turnaround for custom builds: approximately 4–5 weeks
- FREE DDP Australia-wide delivery included with no hidden import costs
- Optional DHL Express delivery is normally around 5–7 days and available at additional cost
- International freight available by quotation for overseas buyers
- WaveRunner user manual download link



























