The 8' Skiffle is a simple motor boat designed for children to use although she can accommodate a small adult. The hull uses a flat bottom panel with single bilge and side panels and uses simple stitch & tape methods in her construction. She can take outboard motors of around 5 to 7hp - she could take more powerful motors but 7hp is a safe limit. Construction takes just 4 sheets of 6mm plywood.
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8' Skiffle Particulars |
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| LOA | 7'5" | 2.26m |
| Beam | 4'1" | 6.35m |
| Hull Mid Depth | 1' 4 3/4" | 0.42 |
| Draft | 6" | 0.15m |
| Approx. Dry Weight | 90 lbs | 41 kg |
| Engine | 7 hp + outboard | |
| Hull Shape | U - flat bottom with 2 planks per side | |
| Construction Methods | Stitch and tape | |
| Major plywood requirements for hull | 4 x 6mm sheets | |
| Guidance Use | 1-2 children/adults inshore | |
| Drawing/Design Package | 3 x A1 drawings + 5 x A4 instruction/spec sheets | |
| Additions and alterations included with the plans | ||
