Jet boats for sale - YachtWorld

Jet boats are high-powered sport boats that are propelled by jets of water. Originally thought of as oversized personal watercraft toys, the modern jet boat is now available in a number of sizes. These boats feature high speeds, optimal maneuverability on the water, and a “crash stop” option that allows the craft to reverse and stop in a matter of seconds. They are available in twin and single-engine models, as well.

How are Jet Boats built?

Most jet boats are made of high-quality welded aluminum for durability and a lightweight finish, but because of the versatility of the jet engine, there are also boats constructed out of premium fiberglass and other materials, including military-grade aluminum and more. The original jet engine design was tested on a skiff-style design in New Zealand, where there was a need to avoid all the reefs and rocks while out on the ocean. Today, however, jet boats come in all styles and materials.

What Types of Engines Power Jet Boats?

These boats are powered by jet pump engines, which are designed to pump water through the system and out of the rear of the vessel to propel the boat through the water. These boats are often viewed as safer than prop boats because the engine is fully enclosed. Designed after the jet-style engine of jet skis and other personal watercraft, the jet propulsion method is becoming a popular alternative for boaters in water sports and many other activities.

Optional Equipment Available for Jet Boats

Jet boats can be outfitted with a variety of optional accessories and equipment, including additional seating, high-end navigation, and fishfinder systems, waterproof socket-style chargers for USB charging, anchor kits, portable batteries, and so much more. As these boats grow in popularity, owners can expect to find a consistently-growing selection of optional equipment and accessories.

Find your perfect jet boats

Jet boats are medium-sized, trailerable vessels frequently used for time-honored activities such as day cruising and watersports. They have a rich legacy as vessels that are sought-after due to their shallow draft and average beam, characteristics that make these vessels exceptionally ideal for day cruising and watersports. The average number of people that can be accommodated onboard jet boats listed is 10 passengers, with a maximum capacity of 24 guests and crew. Models with more power can handle motors up to an extraordinary 5,916 horsepower, while the more modest models may have as little as 51 horsepower engines on them (although the average engine size is 310 HP).

Of the 396 jet boats for sale on YachtWorld currently, there are 187 new vessels and 209 used and custom yachts listed by professional yacht brokerages mainly in the following countries: United States, Croatia, Canada, United Kingdom and France. Over the past 30 days, there have been 51 jet boats listed for sale on YachtWorld. The average length of these types of vessels is 21 feet, while they vary in size from 9 feet long for the shortest, to 98 feet for the longest listed vessel. They are built by a wide variety of yacht manufacturers and their hull types include modified vee, RIB, planing, deep vee and monohull designs.

The best jet boats

Some of the most widely-known, masterful builders of jet boats at present include: Yamaha Boats, Scarab Boats, Williams Jet Tenders, Hinckley and Scarab. These builders construct jet boats with inboard, outboard-4S, inboard/outboard, outboard and other propulsion systems, available in gas, diesel and other fuel systems. Last month alone, the top 5 brands with the most views for jet boats on YachtWorld were C.W. Hood, Chaparral, Hinckley, Little Harbor and Yamaha Boats.

Jet boats pricing

Jet boats for sale on YachtWorld are listed for an assortment of prices from $10,520 on the more reasonably-priced side all the way up to $4,196,000 for the rare custom yachts. Keep in mind the cost of ownership when considering your budget and the listing price of a yacht for sale.