Tunnel/Cat hull power boat design for newbie?

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  1. Armoured
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    Hi am new to this forum. Have not built a boat before but have been around and owned a couple over the years. Have decided to go ahead with a build. Having made this decision i would like to go with something a little different from the norm or what i have owned before.
    I Recently saw a aluminium rib or cat style recreational boat while on holidays. A Blackdog Cat 4.0XL just something about the design that I like that is all i can say. This got me looking into deck boats and other twin hull designs. I would be using the boat as dive platform, fishing boat, and runabout on the bay. 4-5 in length?
    I realise the Blackdog is aluminium boat and not quite ready to commit to a welded hull just yet.
    Ply and Fiberglass for me.... so is there any designs ideas that might be recommended?

    Thanks D.
     
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  3. Armoured
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    Thanks for your reply 4-6 seated passengers. Was looking at a vessel 4-6m in total length with a maximum width 0f 2.5 m
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  4. Mr Efficiency
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    There is a world of difference between a 4 meter cat and a 6 metre one. One is little more than a toy, and the other is potentially a very capable vessel. How much money are you prepared to expend on this exercise (boat, motor, trailer) ? That will determine what you can realistically aspire to.
     
  5. Armoured
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    Size matters $$$

    Gave a size range of 4-6 meters to give me a choice of options. The original concept i came up with was a 5.0 meter long vessel. So will stick with that.

    Thanks again D :)
     
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    its a start

    Thanks...have to start somewhere....will grab a coffee and have a read :)
     
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    Thanks Village, not what i after but yes interesting. Thank you also to FMS... Skoota 20/24...different, I like the possibilities.
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    Why does it have to be a cat ? Unless you are traversing long distances through lumpy water, they may not be the best choice, especially as they usually need twin engines, with the attendant extra costs.
     
  12. Armoured
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    Prefer the stability of the Catamaran, the usable beam also. Doesn't have to be a cat ....just thought if i was going to build it would be something that i like the look of also.
     
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    You want a single engine set-up ?
     
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    Preferably to keep costs down, but open to suggestions
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    how much is you budget? Give us at least a range of what you are prepared to spend - on the whole boat: hull, engines and fittings and all.

    This is important. Buying a used boat is likely way cheaper than a mold - even if it was for free.
     
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