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Default Horsepower vs boat length


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Is there a rule of thumb for how much horsepower you should have
compared to boat length?

IE. 16ft power boat, should have 30-100HP, etc..


Usually,

The hull manufacturer will rate the hull at a maximum HP.

I wouldn't back off of this too much when choosing an outboard.

Also,

It will depend on what you're using the boat for. If your planning on
pulling a skier, you'll obviously want more power than if you are just
tooling around.


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