Abstract This study reports the microstructural analysis and mechanical properties of a ZrB2 ceramic containing long BN-coated Hi-Nicalon SiC fibers. A composite was produced and thoroughly characterized by transmission electron microscopy to study the interfaces at the nanoscale level. Full densification was accomplished by hot pressing at 1450 °C. The fiber in the sintered material retained its pristine aspect, confirming that the coating was effective in preventing degradation due to interactions with the matrix. Pull-out was observed on fractured surfaces, but toughness values were about 4.5 MPa√m, which was comparable to those of ZrB2 materials with SiC additions in the form of particles or short fibers. However, the composites exhibited a controlled fracture behavior, as confirmed by a notably higher work of fracture, 140 J/m2, compared with 20–30 J/m2 of unreinforced ZrB2 or ZrB2 containing chopped fibers.