An inflatable, motor-rowing PVC boat has become a hit of choice for the domestic reservoir. If your area of movement is concentrated at a relatively close coastal distance, and it’s difficult to boast about the depth of a river or lake, then an inflatable PVC boat with a motor of up to 5 hp will be your choice. The Serious Fishermen's Club has prepared the top 10 boats that are most popular among fishermen. These are boats that are equipped with a stationary transom with a maximum permitted boat engine power of 5 horsepower.
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How to make a choice?
Portable motor 5 hp It is considered a practical device that provides traction to a small-sized boat that can be transported even in the trunk of a car. When choosing it, you need to consider several criteria:
- First you need to find out the number of people that will be accommodated in the boat. If you are buying a boat for fishing, then it is worth considering that fishermen, as a rule, have a lot of different equipment and gear with them. It is noted that the six-passenger model can accommodate a maximum of three fishermen.
- Determination of carrying capacity. This criterion is very important, since a large PVC boat with a 5 hp motor. With. may not be safe for one person in strong winds, so it will be necessary to load the nose with bricks to avoid accidents.
- As a rule, for one fishing enthusiast it will be enough to have a boat model whose length is 2.5-3.2 m, for two - more than 3.2 m, for three - from 4.2 m. However, for a boat with a motor in 5 l. With. You can only purchase the first or second type.
- You should make sure that the trunk of your own car can accommodate a boat and related items.
What should the bottom material be? There are two options: hard or inflatable. Of course, they are both designed to be able to stand on. For small boats, up to 3.2 m in length, an inflatable bottom is the best option. In a larger boat, you should look at a hard bottom made of plywood or aluminum. However, lightweight aluminum material heats up quite quickly in the sun, and when exposed to moisture it becomes excessively slippery.
Rating of PVC boats for 5 hp motor.
If the horsepower is 5, then there are several options for inflatable boats. Among the boats that are highly popular, the following three models are distinguished:
- HUNTERBOAT Hunter 320. This Russian-made boat has a load capacity of 370 kg. Its length is 3 meters. The permissible motor power for it should be up to 10 hp. Its bottom has a hard flooring.
- BelugaFlint 320. This boat is made in Korea and has a load capacity of 560 kg. She weighs 41 kg. Has a length of 3.2 m.
- Viking LS. This saddle model is in St. Petersburg, it is an improved copy of the Viking-320. However, this boat has a reinforced transom. Motor 5 hp will work great with her. Its length is also 3.2 m. Weight is 44 kg.
Plastic boats for 5 hp motor. They are very popular among fishing enthusiasts. The following are considered the most popular:
- "Brawler." This model is perfect for outdoor recreation and fishing, as it has high stability; it can be equipped with an outboard engine; Practical enough for transportation. It must be stored in a special backpack that protects it from all kinds of impacts.
This four-seater boat is distinguished by the following characteristics: the vessel’s high ability to remain afloat, which is ensured by special mined buoyancy blocks; durability - it has a long service life with proper care. This boat has long gained trust among fishing enthusiasts. It is easy to operate even for a beginner.
"Hummingbird" RKM-350.- "Pella." Its length is 4.1 m. It was first released back in 1971, since then it has changed little. Its advantages are: rigid, practical body; smoothness of the inside provided by plastic; beautiful appearance; made of Finnish plastic.
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Leader Compact 265
Our review opens with fairly cheap products that are characterized by excellent stability on water, so the manufacturer recommends using them not only for fishing, but also for hunting, for example, ducks. When folded, the model takes up a minimum of free space and fits into a special backpack that comes with the boat, the sides of which have pockets for storing and transporting dismountable oars. If a person does not have a car, then he is quite capable of carrying a boat.
This product has a main design feature - movable cans that are secured to the sides of the boat using the latest “lyktros-likpaz” system. Thanks to this, a sitting person will be able to choose the most comfortable position for himself. This quality will be appreciated by fishermen who prefer to spend several hours in a boat. The design can be used by one or two people. The pressure in the cylinders is quite high (0.25 bar), due to which a small engine with a power of 3.5 horsepower can be placed at the stern. The bottom is rigid, insertable, prefabricated, made of moisture-resistant plywood coated with special anti-slip compounds. The cylinders are divided into several compartments - even if one of them is damaged, the rest will allow the structure to reach the shore and not sink.
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Advantages:
- Acceptable price;
- When assembled, it takes up minimal space;
- It weighs a little and can be carried over long distances alone.
Flaws:
- The manufacturer recommends sailing on it only in calm and shallow waters.
Rowing boat Leader Compact 265
Taimen N-270C
This model is made from elastic PVC, the sheets of which are well glued to each other, thereby minimizing the likelihood that leaks may appear at the joints. The bottom is rigid, folding, and made of marine plywood. It is permissible to use it both as a rowing craft and together with a weak motor with a power of up to 2.5 hp. If necessary, in such a boat you can safely stand up to your full height without fear that it will capsize. From a standing position it is very convenient to cast such tackle as a spinning rod, so lovers of such tackle will appreciate it.
The bow is equipped with so-called chopped contours, which will significantly increase the rigidity of this part of the structure, and also will not allow it to outweigh the stern side. Thanks to this solution, you can seriously increase the usable area and place all the necessary parts in the bow. The kit comes with a hand pump of decent volume, so you can pump up the product within a few minutes. The entire assembly cycle does not exceed 8 minutes if done alone, and 5 minutes if done together.
Advantages:
- Made from high-strength reinforced polyvinyl chloride;
- Folding hard bottom;
- Mobile cans for added convenience;
- High sides prevent water from filling the vessel;
- Possibility to install a small motor.
Flaws:
- A decent weight of the structure, it is better to transport it by car.
Rowing boat Taimen N-270C
Pilot Profi S-280-M
It is a fairly heavy model, so you won’t be able to take it on a hike – the product weighs 15.5 kg. The boat is 2.8 meters long, 1.4 meters wide, the maximum weight it can lift is 220 kg, in other words, it is designed for two people. The set includes a bag for transportation and storage. The model is made on the basis of reinforced five-layer polyvinyl chloride of increased strength and density: 750 g/sq. m. This material is not destroyed under the influence of fuels and lubricants such as diesel fuel, gasoline, oil, and so on. In addition, it tolerates direct ultraviolet rays well and is not subject to mechanical damage. The diameter of the boat is divided into two autonomous cylinders, each of which has a diameter of 38 cm.
The bottom is stretchy and soft; standing on it is not very comfortable, as there is a risk of falling into the water. The seats are fixed in stationary areas; there is a guardrail along all sides, which ensures a high level of safety for all passengers. There is a ring on the bow so the boat can be towed. The warranty for such products is quite long - 2 years.
Advantages:
- High sides and raised bow, which allows you to withstand wave heights of up to half a meter;
- High-quality materials from which the boat is made.
Flaws:
- A soft stretch bottom that makes it almost impossible to stand on while fishing.
Boat Pilot Profi S-280-M
Inflatable boat HUNTERBOAT Hunter 280
This model has an ideal balance in terms of price and quality. The boat has an excellent ride, it moves quite quickly with oars, there is no need to put in additional effort. This is even if the structure is fully loaded. Another important quality of this model is the size of the working area, which is one of the largest among all the models presented in this section of the review. European build quality combined with low weight provide excellent maneuverability.
This boat performs well both in shallow water - at a depth of 60 to 100 cm, and in deeper water - over one meter. It can easily fit two people, as long as their total weight does not exceed 200 kg. The cylinders are divided into two compartments, the diameter of each of them is 39 cm. The cans are fixed in stationary sockets; it is not possible to move them along the sides. The boat can be used for fishing and hunting. It’s a bit heavy to carry by hand – it weighs 18 kg. The dimensions are not too large - 2.8 meters long, 1.4 meters wide. The set includes a pump for inflation and deflation, the floor is hard and foldable.
Advantages:
- Good level of maneuverability and controllability;
- It is easy to row and quickly develops a decent speed;
- Reliability and build quality ensure a long service life;
- Easy to assemble;
- Having a hard bottom.
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Flaws:
- The pump is rather weak, because of it you will have to spend a lot of time preparing for fishing;
- Despite the large working surface, such a boat will be too small and cramped for two active fishermen.
Inflatable boat HUNTERBOAT Hunter 280
STREAM Dolphin-M
This model is made from high-quality reinforced PVC of increased density: while other boats included in our review, this figure is 750 g/sq. m, then she has it increased to 950 g/sq. m. The average length is 2.7 m, the width is slightly below average - 1.3 m. When assembled, it easily fits into a bag with dimensions of 30x43x59 cm, this design weighs almost 20 kg, so it will be difficult to carry it alone. The boat's carrying capacity is 220 kg and is designed for 2 people. The cylinders are divided into two separate sealed compartments with a diameter of 36 cm.
The seams are reliable, they are produced using modern technology, which involves double gluing, ensuring reliable connection of the fabrics at the molecular level. The design is available in several color options - light grey, green and dark grey. The color should be chosen depending on the shade of the water, as well as the time of day when you plan to go fishing. The bottom is made of PVC, additionally reinforced by a folding sheet of moisture-resistant plywood 6 mm thick, the seats are also lightweight plywood. Rails are stretched along both sides, increasing safety of use and making it easier to carry. The components - oars, rowlocks, and so on - are manufactured in South Korea, are of excellent quality, and during the entire time this model has been on the market, not a single complaint has been registered regarding their failure.
Advantages:
- Increased rigidity bottom;
- The sides are made of compacted PVC;
- Good degree of safety and reliability of the design
- High sides.
Flaws:
- Except for a significant mass, none were found.
Boat STREAM Dolphin-M
Types of plastic boats
Based on the material they are made from:
- fiberglass and polyester;
- polyester and glass mat;
- fiberglass, glass mat and polyester.
There are polyethylene boats.
Such boats are distinguished by the shape of the bottom:
- V-shaped, classic. Better driving capabilities, but increased fuel consumption;
- flat, higher speed and ease of movement;
- with a trimaran design, fuel consumption and driving capabilities are optimal.
Available in three types:
- Open (for fresh water bodies with weak currents). Most often used for rowing, it is possible to install motors from 2.5 to 300 hp.
- Closed (for large bodies of water, seas). You can install either 1-2 outboard motors or a stationary motor. Equipped with guards for safe stay on deck.
- With cabins (for seas). They can have a toilet, a kitchen, sleeping places and accommodate up to 8 people in their cabins. Designed for long trips.
