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Typically a 35hp would be the largest I would suggest on a 16ft but all that info is on the transum of your boat. How big of a motor can you put on a 14ft boat.
Motor size for modded 14 ft jon boat Post by onthewater102 01 Dec 2015 1458 By the USCGs sizing calculation a flat bottomed 1436 with a 15 transom will be rated for no more than 15hp.
What size motor for 14ft jon boat. Below is a list of the best size hp motors based on Jon boat length. 8 foot 3 8 hp motor. 10 foot 3 10 hp motor.
12 foot 10 15 hp motor. 14 foot -15 hp motor. 16 foot 15 20 hp motor.
18 foot 18 20 hp motor. 20 foot 20 25 hp motor. The above list is a quick and simple guide as not all boats are the same.
Depends on the boat. If its a 14ft Lowe Big Jon then they dont make a trolling motor too big. If its an old no name aluminum jon that weighs 75lbs and is less than 4 feet wide then it doesnt take much to push it.
Ive been on lots of lakes in my 14 footer and have never been worried. Most 14ft jon boats cost between 850-1200. Which is similar to the 12ft models.
More expensive packages may also be available and will include trailer engine and sometimes basic safety equipment. The 14ft jon boat is the best and worst of two worlds. What Size Trolling Motor Do I Need For A 14 Foot Jon Boat October 7 2021 by masuzi Best trolling motors for jon boats by right trolling motor for your boat a jon boat get the right size trolling motor.
Motor size for modded 14 ft jon boat Post by onthewater102 01 Dec 2015 1458 By the USCGs sizing calculation a flat bottomed 1436 with a 15 transom will be rated for no more than 15hp. Weight of the motor will sag the azz end of that boat low low in the water too much of a risk of back wash. Theirs a reason why manufactures have outboard limits on their boats.
Typically a 35hp would be the largest I would suggest on a 16ft but all that info is on the transum of your boat. What size motor do I need for my size of Jon boat. You should always stick to an outboard motor that is recommended for your size of Jon boat.
Putting a larger engine than recommended on a Jon boat will not give you any extra speed. 15hp 25 hp Weight abround 36 kg-52 kg These motors can be heavy to handle but are still considered to be a small outboard motor. This hp range is quite popular for use with inflatable boats 10-14ft aluminium fishing boats 12-16ft flat bottom boats 12-16ft in length fibreglass boats.
To find an adequate horsepower motor for your small boat or dinghy determine the mid-range which is halfway between 25 hp and the maximum horsepower listed on the capacity plate. For example if your boat is rated for a maximum of 20 hp your mid-range horsepower would be 1125 horsepower. I was wondering what size outboard motor to use on my 14 harbercraft aluminum boat.
The boat is pretty light probably 165lb-180lb range and I bought it off a guy who used to put on top of his canopy on his truck. My boat has a 15 transom and like I said it is pretty light weight and probably comparable to a 14 starcraft. Jon boats sold commercially vary in width related to their length.
8-foot jon boats average 32 inches. 10-12 foot boats average 34-40 inches. 14-16 foot boats average 42-50 inches and 18 foot jon boats can be up to 60 inches wide.
What size trolling motor on a 14 footer. A 40 troller is plenty of power for that size boat. Ive used as little as 24 on a 12 footer but that was a marginal performer.
Going over 40 presents a safety issue in that if you power a bigger motor. The recommended size for most Jon Boats is a 4 to 6 hp motor. This amount of horsepower will typically provide 40 to 60 lbs of thrust.
How big of a motor can you put on a 14ft boat. For example you can easily find that one particular 14 foot Jon boat can take a 20 hp outboard motor while a different 14 model can only handle a 15 hp even though they are both made by the same manufacturer. I had an 8hp yamaha outboard on a small 14ft boat and that motor was great.
It would plane out with 2 people in the boat. This was in 1985 and i gave something like 800 for this motor brand new. It was the lightest motor on the market for this horsepower class also.
BTW a 6 horse should be more than adequate for a 14 boat. Just dont be in a hurry as that motor will not plane the boat out. 14ft Flat Bottom Jon Boat - Bunk Size.
By lckstckn2smknbrls 11 Jul 2014 0145. It looks like you need a longer trailer. The bunks need to support the transom and the tongue of trailer should weigh about 10 of the weight boat and trailer.
1971 14 Wards Sea King Jon Boat. Getting the right size for your boat depends on the size of your boat. If you have a canoe or kayak a 12v trolling motor is adequate to move your boat with ease and speed.
If you have a bass boat or other large boat a 24v or 36v motor system is what you need. Cost is also a consideration. I have an older riveted jon boat 14x36.
The plate says 25hp max. I got this boat from my uncle who used to run a 30hp 2 stroke on the back and loved the way it made the boat move. The boat has a front deck that probably adds 40-50lbs.
Well that motor is toast and I am looking to repower. I was thinking to put a 25hp on the back of it. As we mentioned earlier you need to match the size of your outboard to the size of your boat to ensure that you have sufficient power for speed maneuverability and safety.
However the advantage of going with a smaller outboard is that its easier to lift and carry. Most 2HP-10HP outboard motors weigh in the neighborhood of 35 to 90 pounds. If you hunt in small lakes and ponds then a small Jon boat 10 foot or 12 foot will be more than enough for the job.
How big of a motor can you put on a 12 foot jon boat. A six will give you all the hp you need on the Satilla on either a 12 or 14ft jon unless it is a very heavy boat.