About Small Power Boats
The dream of zipping along the ocean with the wind in your hair and the smell of salty water in your nose is one shared by nearly all boating enthusiasts. This is why the power boat is so popular. If offers speed and maneuverability so that boaters can travel quickly in open waters. These types of boats come in all shapes and sizes, and while the big ones look great, sometimes all you need is a nice small power boat.
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Storage
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One of the biggest draws of owning a small power boat is how easy it is to store. If you are keeping a small power boat at home, it's great to know that it's not going to take up much space. In fact, some of them will even fit in a standard garage while on a trailer. If you are keeping your boat at a marina, much of the time you pay depending on how much space you take up, so owning a small power boat can cut down on docking costs.
Size
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The size of small power boats depends on the make and model of the craft. Typically, though, they run between 12 and 16 feet in length. They can have a beam that is between 4 and 7 feet, and a draft of 15 to 20 inches. The size depends greatly on the maker of the boat, with some specializing in smaller boats and others looking to make small power boats as big as possible, right on the cusp of having it considered a medium to large power boat.
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Engines
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The engine size of a small power boat can also vary, depending on what the owner desires. They usually cannot handle more than 30 to 40 hp engines at the most. The smallest power boats will have no more than a 25 hp engine, though the larger boats that are still considered to be "small" can push the horsepower levels a bit more.
Maneuverability
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The maneuverability of a small power boat can almost not be compared to that of larger power boats. Because of their frame size, they are able to make sharper turns and maneuvers at all speeds. Larger power boats may find it difficult to turn at lower speeds and have a wider turning radius at higher speeds. This makes small power boats great for smaller water masses, such as rivers and lakes.
Types
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There are a few different manufacturers that make some great small power boats. One of the leaders is Hotdog Powerboats, who specifically manufacture customizable 13 foot power boats. You can choose the color of the boat and no two are the same, making them great for people looking for individuality in their boat. T2 Boats is another brand that manufactures even smaller boats, all of them at 12 feet. They are less customizable, but they are popular among lake boaters.
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