Hello Guys, I’m new to the forum and am hoping for your opinions. I’m inquiring about a Gulfstar 49, with twin 150hp Cummins B4s. The owner said cruising speed is 7.5 knots and the max speed is 9knots. The broker had said he felt
It was underpowered, and that in an inlet or pass with a strong current it could be dangerous. I was kind of surprised as I see lots of Trawlers running single and twin 120hp engines and travel all over. I know sometimes you
May have to wait for slack tides for certain things, but I didn’t think it would be a common occurrence. I was curious to hear your thoughts and insight.
Thanks,
Paul
It was underpowered, and that in an inlet or pass with a strong current it could be dangerous. I was kind of surprised as I see lots of Trawlers running single and twin 120hp engines and travel all over. I know sometimes you
May have to wait for slack tides for certain things, but I didn’t think it would be a common occurrence. I was curious to hear your thoughts and insight.
Thanks,
Paul