Polycraft boat, Owner'S Manual

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The load specificaons of the boats are detailed below.
The maximum recommended load includes the weight of all
persons on board, all provisions and personal effects,
equipment, and all consumable liquids (water, fuel etc) When
loading the cra never exceed the maximum recommended
load. This may mean having fewer people on board than the
recommended maximum person capacity. Always load the cra
carefully and distribute loads appropriately to maintain design
trim.
Disclaimer: Some ratings may vary, information was correct at the time
of printing.
The maximum load and persons capacies determined in
accordance with the ABYC Standard and shown on the builders
plate for the 3M tender is based on use in moderate condions
in protected waters.
The maximum load and persons capacies determined in
accordance with the standard AS1799.1 and shown on the
builders plate for boats from 4.1M up to 6M is based on use in
moderate condions in protected waters.
The recommended maximum number of persons and the
recommended maximum load should be reduced in condions
of increased risk i.e. bad weather or when going offshore.
The following details the Australian Builders Plate. The plate is
located in clear view of the helm staon of your boat. Familiarise
yourself with the details on the plate.
Disclaimer Some details on the plate may vary, information was correct at the time
of printing.
Max
Recommended
Load
Max
Recommended
People
Max
Recommended
HP
3M 225kgs 3 15HP
4.1M 480kgs 4 50HP
4.5M 570kgs 5 60HP
4.8M 715kgs 6 90HP
5.3M 865kgs 7 140HP
5.99M 990kgs 8 175HP