Lightweight. Fast. Ocean-Proven.
D12: Designed for Solo and Duo Ocean Rowing
The D12 isn’t just a boat — it’s your teammate for the loneliest, boldest, most ambitious ocean crossings out there. Designed for solo rowers — and ambitious duos — who want to go far, fast, and safe, the D12 is a fully carbon-built, self-righting boat that’s helped set records, finish races, and carry crews through the wildest seas with confidence.
Handcrafted in the Netherlands and battle-tested in the Atlantic, it’s built with the same care, insight, and obsession that drives every The Ocean Rowing Company build.
Why choose the D12?
Whether you’re chasing a personal record or rowing with a teammate across the Atlantic, the D12 gives you everything you need to go the distance — and come back with stories.
It’s light and fast.
Less weight, more glide. You’ll feel it on every stroke.
It’s built for solo and duo campaign
Ergonomics, storage, and layout are optimized for one or two rowers.
It’s tested at sea
The D12 has crossed oceans and delivered results.
It’s fully equipped
Navigation, power, watermaker — check, check, check.
It’s safe
Self-righting, watertight, and designed to handle storms.
Two cabins
Forward and aft cabins provide better rest, dry storage, and safety for extended crossings.
Proofen Track Record
The D12 has powered some of the world’s toughest ocean crossings — both solo and duo. Multiple teams — including crews like Row4Cancer — have used it in the World’s Toughest Row, proving its speed, reliability, and ability to perform under pressure. Whether it’s one rower or two, this boat is built to endure — and excel.
KEY SPECS
Weight
212 kg
Berths
2
Length Overall
7.44 m
Rowing positions
max 2
Length waterline
7.42 m
Beam Waterline
1.43 m
Beam overall
1.82 m
Construction
Full Carbon
Want to customise your build?
Let’s talk — we’ll help you make it yours.
Get your crew on the ocean in a boat built to win. Or at the very least, one that won’t make you hate each other halfway across.
Let’s build yours
Every D12 is custom-built to match your goals, your route, and your preferences.
Want to configure yours with navigation, communication, solar systems and more?
We’ll help you tailor every detail.
What's included?
Fully finished D12 ocean rowing boat
Every D12 is handcrafted in our workshop in Wassenaar and delivered fully assembled, ready to launch. No extra building, no fuss — just your boat, race-ready from day one.
Integrated solar system and lithium batteries
Your D12 comes equipped with an integrated solar power system, designed to charge efficiently at sea. Lithium batteries provide stable, long-lasting energy for all your onboard systems — from lights to navigation.
Optional Starlink mounting system
Stay connected even in the most remote parts of the ocean. We offer a secure and reliable mounting solution for Starlink Maritime, tailored to your D12, D23 or D34. Installation includes reinforced fittings and wiring prep — just bring your Starlink unit and you’re good to go.
Navigation and communication electronics
We install a full suite of Garmin electronics, including chartplotter, AIS, VHF, and deck repeater — all ocean-tested and race-compliant. Staying on course and in contact has never been easier.
Schenker watermaker
Water is life. Our standard Schenker watermaker keeps you supplied with fresh water from salt — quiet, compact, and low-consumption.
Safety gear + spare parts kit
Each boat includes a race-compliant safety package and essential spares — so you’re not left guessing when conditions get tough. Pumps, harnesses, and redundancies are part of the package.
One-day on-water training with Mark Slats
Train with a world-record-holding ocean rower. You’ll get hands-on coaching, system walkthroughs, safety drills, and rowing technique — straight from the man who’s crossed it all.
Continued support from the The Ocean Rowing Company crew
Even after delivery, we’re with you. Need advice, support, or help during prep? We pick up the phone. You’re part of the family now.