Quote Originally Posted by conmax View Post
I expect this boat, as big as it is, is being built for rough water use only. I realize that Skaters are efficient designs, but 800 hp in such a large boat must take a long time to plane and really limit acceleration and top speed. Maybe 4 of them or 2 big hp I/O's, would be a better choice. These outboards are very popular now, but they can only go so far on the bigger boats.

It is beginning to seem that manufacturers are capitalizing on a trend rather than what is best for their boats.
Two things are happening in this market:
1. Guys are getting older and wiser (180 mph big power is cool but it has also proven to be deadly).
2. Inboard boats are a pain the ass even if you have the money to maintain them it still takes time and effort.

I agree that 3 400s would be really nice on this hull.

Joe