TACO Marine 0456 Rigid Vinyl Rub Rail, Black, 1-1/2 in x 5/8 in, 12 ft

Overview

The TACO Marine V21-0456BKA12D is a black rigid vinyl rub rail for boat hull and deck protection, sized 1-1/2 in. high by 5/8 in. wide and supplied in a 12 ft. length. It is made for installations that do not use a separate insert, giving the boat a clean, simple rub rail profile with fewer trim pieces to match or maintain.

This rub rail is drilled and countersunk for #8 screws on 6 in. centers, which helps with layout during replacement work and keeps the fastener pattern consistent along the hull side. The rigid vinyl profile can be cut and drilled with standard woodworking tools, while tighter radius bends may need heat during forming.

Key features

• Black rigid vinyl rub rail with a 1-1/2 in. height, 5/8 in. width, and 12 ft. length for hull and deck edge protection.
• Made for use without a separate insert, keeping the rub rail profile simple and easy to inspect.
• Drilled and countersunk for #8 screws on 6 in. centers to support a clean fastener layout during installation.
• Can be cut and drilled with standard woodworking tools, which is useful during refits, repairs, and replacement jobs.
• Heat may be needed when forming the rail around tighter radiuses on the bow or transom corners.
• Matches TACO Marine F90-0002 end caps when finished ends are required for the installation.
• Made in the USA and covered by a 5-year limited warranty.

Installation and fit

This rub rail is a practical match for work boats, utility boats, and other vessels that need a straightforward protective edge without a decorative insert. Before ordering, compare the 1-1/2 in. by 5/8 in. profile against the existing rail, hull flange, and fastener line to confirm coverage and alignment.

Because the rail comes in a rigid 12 ft. length, plan the installation around handling, forming, and joint placement. Dry fitting the section before fastening helps confirm how it will sit along the sheer line, especially around curves where heat may be needed to shape the vinyl cleanly.

Use on board

A rub rail takes everyday contact from docks, pilings, tenders, and rafting alongside other boats, so fit and fastening matter as much as appearance. This profile suits owners and yards replacing a worn black rail or repairing a section where a no-insert rub rail is already used.