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Beneteau Swift Trawler 47:
26 Knots WOT w/2x 425 Cummins Diesels
The Beneteau Swift Trawler 47 is propelled by twin 425-hp QSB Cummins diesels with shaft drive. Her top speed was 26 knots, and best cruise was 17.5 knots where she had a range of 378 nautical miles. At 8.1 knots she has a range of 970 nautical miles, all with a 10% fuel reserve. Owners that we know who have Cummins diesels tell us that they are reliable, and by avoiding pods 10% of the purchase price is saved. At best cruise she got .8 nmpg.
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Features Video
Neptunus 650 Express:
Large, Modern Salon
The execution of the Neptunus 650 strives for a yacht-like feel. The valences, window treatments, soffits and even the planking of the deck make the boat look long. That feeling of length is abetted by her remarkable overhead height of 7’8” (2.33 m) which creates the illusion of even greater space. The large side windows and opening skylight flood the mostly white interior with light, which in turn reflect it to the eye making the salon brighter and inviting.
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Test Video
Regal LS6:
26’4” Bowrider Maximizes Interior Seating
The redesigned Regal LS6 narrows the gunwales to effectively add 6” (15.24 cm) of beam width to the interior in the cockpit, even though she maintains her standard 8’6” (2.59 m) maximum exterior beam. The company reports there’s also 17 percent more storage and 15 percent more seating space in the new version. The SeaDeck on the sole is optional, as is snap-in Sea Grass flooring.
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Test Video
NITRO® Z17:
Port Console Optional – and Removable
The removable port console in the NITRO® Z17 may be a popular option with buyers who plan to use the boat for competition bass fishing on occasion. Getting the added weight out of the boat, and reducing windage, is likely to make it a bit faster, and that may mean beating the competition to a distant secret spot. Removing the console also makes it easier to move from the bow to stern casting decks as needed. When a long run on a cold day is in order and an angling partner is aboard, the console is quickly reinstalled by securing three hand-tightened fasteners.
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Test Video
Sea-Doo Fish Pro:
Fish-Ready PWC with LinQ Fishing Cooler
The Sea-Doo Fish Pro is a PWC fully-rigged for angling, with the central feature the rugged LinQ 13.5-gallon (51 L) cooler specially designed for fishing with a recessed work surface, four innovative rod holders, trolling slots, tackle and bait storage, and quick-latch system. The cooler can be removed to add an auxiliary gas can or to make the extended aft deck available as a casting platform.
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