Siberia S4 - a budget boat for ascetic fishermen

Siberia S4 is a new development of Russian designers, which is equally well suited for fishing and for moderately comfortable walks on the water. Do not pay attention to the ascetic design of a motor boat, because in the case of her it is not so important! First of all, this is an affordable and utilitarian fishing boat, suitable for a hobby and the main income in fishing.


The four-seater boat Siberia S4 appeared as a promising competitor to the NorthSilver 470 Fish boats at a slightly lower price. The starting price of the novelty starts at 990000 rubles - you don't even have to be a millionaire to buy it. If no joke, then this boat fulfills its price by 100%, and now we will consider how this fact is specifically manifested.

Case and consoles

Siberia S4 Double is a two-console fishing boat with a carrying capacity of 450 kilograms. You should not be embarrassed by the presence of only two seats on board, as there is enough space for four people. Most of the “internal” surfaces are upholstered with moderately soft carpet, so safety is at a height, injuries during pitching or fast movement through the water are minimal here. The rest of the surfaces are covered with durable and wear-resistant Marideck vinyl.


The boat is made on the basis of an all-welded aluminum hull, painted according to a two-color scheme using specialized TIKKURILA paints and varnishes. The navigational and passenger consoles are separated from each other by glazing with a window and a gate. The latter is needed so that passengers on board the boat have the opportunity to safely move between consoles. The thickness of aluminum on board is 2 mm, on the bottom - 3 mm. The dry weight of the boat is 380 kilograms.

The internal spaces of the boat are filled with foam material in accordance with the requirements of TR TS 026/2012. The glazing is made of acrylic - a durable transparent material that is not at all afraid of pebbles and other debris arriving at speed. The gunwale of the boat is equipped with a T-slot, which allows you to quickly install accessories, and a J-hook for fixing the awning.

Both seats have a folding design and are soft enough that even long walks on the water do not cause any discomfort. The driver's seat is completely adjustable, so it will not be superfluous to spend some time adjusting the seat for yourself.

There are four mooring cleats on the hull of the boat, as well as stern and bow eyelets for transportation. For more passenger safety, there are vinyl handles to hold.

Control and dynamics

The steering of the boat is implemented in the form of a Palmaria B / B steering wheel made in Italy, connected to the steering controls through a Safe-TQCNEW gearbox made in the USA. There is no dashboard in its usual form; instead, control buttons and a mechanical indicator with motor parameters are located next to the steering wheel. At least in the basic version, everything is so, and this is quite enough. The less complex electrics, the higher the reliability - it's simple.


Interestingly, above the steering wheel is a flat panel on which you can install an echo sounder or other auxiliary equipment for fishing. Some anglers also put gadgets here, for example, a smartphone or tablet - the coating is not very slippery and this place is protected from almost all sides by a curved windshield.

The boat is sold without a motor - you will have to buy and install it yourself. The model allows the installation of an outboard gasoline engine with a maximum power of 60 hp. With. The average cost of such motors in a new condition starts from 400000 rubles, but they can also be found in the secondary market. If it doesn't work out, the price of the engine can be up to 50% of the cost of the boat itself.

The standard fuel tank holds 50 liters of fuel, is equipped with a KUS fuel gauge and an ATTWOOD ventilated filler neck. This solution slightly increases security.

Everything for fishing

Perhaps the main feature of the Siberia S4 boat is a large assortment of lockers of different sizes, designed to store fishing tackle, luggage, and personal items. You can even hide electronics in them from bad weather, because all the lockers are dry and ventilated, and they also have drainage coamings to additionally protect the storage from flooding during a walk.

First of all, the central underground locker of a rectangular shape deserves attention. Here you can place up to four spinning rods with a length of no more than 2,7 meters each. Also there are:

✅ dry lockers, one from each side of the boat
✅ separate battery compartment
✅ bow hold compartment for luggage and gear

On the passenger console in front of the seat there is a glove compartment - an analogue of the glove box in the car. Its door is equipped with a lock, it is best to store gadgets and valuables here.


A fishing boat wouldn't be like this if it didn't have a net on board. The Siberia S4 model has it, has a single-circuit design and holds 80 liters of water. Of course, a cage with aeration, thanks to which the caught prey will remain in good condition for as long as possible. For convenient and quick access to the fish compartment, two tightly closed lids are provided.

What's with the electrics?

Despite some external austerity, the Siberia S4 boat has on board all the necessary minimum electrics for a comfortable and safe boat operation on the water. In particular, these are:

✅ electrical on-board network with a voltage of 12 volts
✅ block with buttons to control the main systems
✅ running lights made on the basis of LED lamps
✅ LED-lantern, turned on while the boat is parked
✅ two USB sockets located in the glove compartment
✅ 12 Volt sockets - they are in both consoles of the boat

The battery with a terminal connection is responsible for the operation of all electrics of the boat.

What if you pay extra?

The basic equipment discussed above is not the only thing that the Siberia S4 fishing boat can offer. For an additional fee, you can count on the installation of the following options:

✅ double-circuit cage with aeration of 80 liters instead of a single-circuit
✅ bases for installing seat racks located in front and behind the boat
✅ additional soft seat with the possibility of folding
✅ deck care kit - water pump, sprayer and hose
✅ awning designed for safe transportation and storage of the boat
✅ running awning - saves from precipitation and water splashes during fast movement
✅ replacement of standard locker covers with covers with piano hinges

Also, for an additional fee, crinolines are provided - aft platforms behind the transom, provided to protect the propeller.

Conclusion

Fishing boat Siberia S4 is an excellent choice for serious anglers who do not prefer comfort over convenience while fishing. For ordinary walks on the water, the boat is not suitable in the best way, although it can be used for these purposes with a little stretch. In any case, the boat justifies its price of about a million rubles even in the basic configuration. It is also worth noting that in addition to the two-console version, there is also a single-console.