Saltwater Fishing boats for sale
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Saltwater Fishing boats
Saltwater fishing boats are a class of vessels designed for fishing on the open waters of the ocean, whether if be inshore (under 20 miles from the coastline) or offshore deep-sea fishing (over 20 miles from the coastline). There are a number of styles of boats that can be used for saltwater fishing, including convertibles, center consoles, bay boats, skiffs, dual consoles, flats boats, power cats and others. Typically, these boats will be designed with semi-v hulls and deep-v hulls for rough water handling, or a shallow, flat bottom for minimal water disturbance to avoid scaring the fish away.
How are Saltwater Fishing Boats built?
Most saltwater fishing boats these days are made from molded resin or fiberglass construction processes and are mass-produced for easy purchase. There are some welded aluminum models in the flat and skiff sub-classes, and some boaters will still prefer the look and feel of traditional marine wood construction for their fishing excursions. For dexterity in the water, aluminum and fiberglass offer a more lightweight alternative, and they may also be more durable with less maintenance required. Increasingly more saltwater fishing boats are being built with carbon-fiber and composite construction resulting in lighter weight, stronger hulls overall.
What Types of Engines Power Saltwater Fishing Boats?
As there are many subclasses and types of saltwater fishing boats to choose from, there are just as many power sources. Most inshore fishing boats include some type of outboard motor or dual outboard engines. There are models powered by inboard engines that have optional trolling or outboard motors equipped, as well as some bay boats and cabin boats that feature jet propulsion, although that is typically reserved for water sports and racing use. Most offshore sportfishing boats typically have inboard engines to allow for easy fishing off the back of the transom.
Optional Equipment Available for Saltwater Fishing Boats
Saltwater fishing boats can be outfitted with a variety of angling equipment. There are high-tech navigation systems and fish finders, as well as high-performance rails, angler’s chairs, coolers and livewells, rod holders, and more. There are also trolling motors and those who want a little more speed can look into upgrading their engine to a sport fishing model.
Reasons to buy saltwater fishing boats
Saltwater Fishing boats are medium-sized, trailerable vessels frequently used for time-honored endeavors such as a variety of commercial and recreational boating activities. They have a rich legacy as vessels that are sought-after due to their moderate draft and generally wider beam, features that make these vessels exceptionally favorable for a variety of commercial and recreational boating activities. The average number of people that can be accommodated onboard saltwater fishing boats listed is 10 passengers, with a maximum capacity of 16 guests and crew. Models with more power can take motors up to an impressive 3,600 horsepower, while affordable models may have as low as 60 horsepower engines on them (although the average motor size is 466 HP).
Of the 4,237 saltwater fishing boats for sale on YachtWorld currently, there are 1,791 new vessels and 2,446 used and custom yachts listed by professional yacht brokers mainly in the following countries: United States, Italy, United Kingdom, Canada and Mexico. Over the past 30 days, there have been 852 saltwater fishing boats listed for sale on YachtWorld. The average length for this type of boat is 28 feet, while they range in size from 16 feet long for the shortest, to 65 feet for the longest listed vessel. They are constructed by a wide variety of yacht makers and their hull types include deep vee, modified vee, sea-V2(TM), planing and other designs.
The best saltwater fishing boats
Some of the most widely-known, masterful builders of saltwater fishing boats at present include: Boston Whaler, Grady-White, Scout, Sailfish and Pursuit. These builders manufacture saltwater fishing boats with outboard-4S, inboard, outboard, outboard-2S and inboard/outboard propulsion systems, available in gas, diesel, electric and other fuel systems. Last month alone, the top 5 brands with the most views for saltwater fishing boats on YachtWorld were Boston Whaler, Grady-White, Luhrs, Parker and Pursuit.
Saltwater Fishing boats pricing
Saltwater Fishing boats for sale on YachtWorld are available for a variety of prices from $12,500 on the more modest side all the way up to $2,042,848 for the bigger-ticket vessels. Keep in mind the cost of ownership when considering your budget and the listing price of a yacht for sale.
