Hov Pod Spx Lm Product Overview

Reaction International Ltd. PO Box 617 Southampton UK

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Issued 17-10-08 Hov Pod SPX LM The Hov Pod is a purpose designed leisure and commercial hovercraft introduced in 2002 to great acclaim. The successful introduction of the Hov Pod created significant demand and it soon became apparent that the glass fibre manufacturing process was too labour intensive. The time to build hulls restricted sales, and as many customers wanted next day delivery to have their Hov Pod in time for summer vacation, long delivery times were unacceptable and sales were lost as a consequence. Manufacturer Reaction International Ltd reached a volume of sales that enabled them to make significant investment to invest in a new hull production process. The new SPX hulls are manufactured from HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) This material was chosen because it is lightweight, impact resistant, and far stronger than glass fibre. HDPE is also a very buoyant material, so the SPX hull is safer in marine operation. So far as we are aware, the Hov Pod SPX is the only hovercraft available to be manufactured from HDPE; no other hovercraft has the strength and safety characteristics offered by this hovercraft, it is unique. Consequently, with the introduction of the Hov Pod SPX in January 2008, sales really took off – the unique advantages of the SPX hull created a safer, stronger leisure and commercial hovercraft. A number of Hov Pod dealers saw opportunities to sell a greater number of craft if they were able to assemble craft locally; they saw the business opportunities possible through the popularisation of leisure hovercraft, to rival the market dominance in the personal watercraft market enjoyed by Jet Skis. The increased risk from flooding as a consequence of global warming has also made hovercraft popular with rescue organisations and commercial operators involved in coastal surveying, oil exploration etc. The Hov Pod SPX development project enables us to produce more hulls in a shorter period of time so we are happy to announce the introduction of the Hov Pod SPX LM (Local Manufacture) model, and this specification sheet describes what is included in this sub assembly, as well as the conditions of sale. Description The Hov Pod SPX LM is not a kit of parts. The Hov Pod SPX LM is a fully factory assembled Hov Pod including all parts fully fitted, with the exception of engine, engine drive shaft assembly, and drive belt, wiring or engine gauges.

What is included The pictures to the right show the Hov Pod LM comprising of Hull, Duct Assembly with Fan Assembly, Rudders and Steering Assembly. One full set of thicker grade black skirts is fitted, also hard seat pack with drop in tray, and double section engine cover. The nose cone has mirrors but no gauge panel since different engines require different gauges. A full set of Hov Pod Graphics is also supplied. We can supply additional options as per the standard price and option selector.

Hull colours are available in Red, Blue and Green Benefits If dealers keep stock available for next day delivery, they can increase sales volume. Shipping costs can be reduced if dealers are able to ship a number of SPX LM hulls (5) per 40-foot container. Import tax is levied as a % of value, so overall tax reduces if the products imported are of lower value. Some countries reduce import duty on goods supplied for local assembly. By purchasing engines from local sources, further import tax savings can be made, and dealers can source engines from a wider range of suppliers, often at lower costs due to exchange rates.

Reaction International Ltd. Reg in: England & Wales Reg No. 4132578 All specifications are subject to change without notice. All prices are excluding local taxes and are Ex Works. Prices are subject to change so please contact us for latest pricing. Hov Pod is a trademark of Reaction International Ltd. All Text and Images are Copyright © Reaction International Ltd. Craft are supplied to specific customer orders, payment terms are 50% nonrefundable deposit with order, and balance before delivery. It is the purchaser and/or end users responsibility to ensure the craft meets all local and national regulations and compliance requirements. Reaction International Ltd reserves the right to make changes to the specifications of the products shown, in accordance with their product research and development programme. Craft Warranty: The Hov Pod is guaranteed for 12 months. This excludes wear/tear/damage & parts not standard or due to installation/customisation/modification of parts/systems used outside the design parameters &/or not designed &/or fitted by Reaction International Ltd. Engine Warranty: The engine falls under the engine supplier’s service agreement. Full terms & conditions are available from Reaction International Ltd. Reg in: England & Wales Reg No. 4132578