Kawini
Senior Member
Good afternoon.
I have my eye on a 45' full displacement trawler that weighs in at 35,000 pounds. She is powered by a single Lehman 120 hp. The seller reports that she cruises at 7 knots without specifying RPMs.
Does this seem like an underpowered situation to you experts out there? I'm not looking for a fast cruise. 7 knots is fine for me, and I prefer a single screw. But I'm concerned that there might be maneuverability compromises that are being made with an engine of this size on a 35,000 pound boat.
Thanks for your opinions !
I have my eye on a 45' full displacement trawler that weighs in at 35,000 pounds. She is powered by a single Lehman 120 hp. The seller reports that she cruises at 7 knots without specifying RPMs.
Does this seem like an underpowered situation to you experts out there? I'm not looking for a fast cruise. 7 knots is fine for me, and I prefer a single screw. But I'm concerned that there might be maneuverability compromises that are being made with an engine of this size on a 35,000 pound boat.
Thanks for your opinions !