How much would a 16' aluminum bass boat weigh?
Nov 24, 2020 13:36:45 #
Giving this second thoughts, I do not think the boat motor and trailer sold equal or exceed then2000 limit. You need to check it out. Just Sayin...RJS
Nov 24, 2020 23:12:22 #
Specopsjuno: All kidding aside, you are confuising apples and oranges. The weight of the boat, motor, and trailer are one thing, but the weight on the trailer hitch is something else. Your car does not have to carry the total weight of the rig, only weight on trailer hitch which may be from say 40 to 100 lbs. and not the 2,000 bls of the entire rig. Most of the weight in carried on the frame and running gear of the boat trailer. You might consult with a local dealer about the relationship. Just Sayin...RJS
Nov 25, 2020 08:39:48 #
Three Cs
Loc: Allen Texas
take it to a public scale and have car, boat and trailer weighted and then go back and weigh the car and do the math
Nov 25, 2020 08:47:56 #
whtoak
Loc: South Carolina
FS Digest wrote:
I'm looking to buy a boat and my car's tow capacity is 2000lbs. A guy at work wants to cut me a good deal on a 1979 aluminum Monark bass boat with trailer, 75hp motor, and new trolling motor. But I'm worried I won't be able to tow it. It's carpeted with two live wells if that helps.
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Usually you can find that info quickly at nadaguides.com. I just typed in my google search "1979 Monark 16 ft specs". It lists six different models that are 16 ft. The weights range from 275 -425 pounds. Those weights are probably without a motor. I think that same website has specification information for motors too. It also has "values". Towing should not be a problem with that one (unless you're planning on using a bicycle) lol MANY years ago I towed a 14 ft McKee craft with a 1969 volkswagon bug - short distances only of course.
Nov 25, 2020 09:13:57 #
Yes, you should be able to find specs online.
Something to consider:
My 17' 11" Lund Impact (full walk through windshield style), weighs 1390 lbs
My 115 Mercury 4 stroke weighs 359 lbs
My Lund roller trailer weighs 668 lbs
Total of 2417 lbs
Has a 30 gallon gas tank which, if full, would add another 240 lbs approx ( gotta consider this weight when pulling)
My 2008 Mazda Grand Touring CX9 had a towing capacity of 2,000 lbs and pulled it nicely. That being said it was hard on the engine AND the brakes. Was really at its limit.
Lots to consider...
Something to consider:
My 17' 11" Lund Impact (full walk through windshield style), weighs 1390 lbs
My 115 Mercury 4 stroke weighs 359 lbs
My Lund roller trailer weighs 668 lbs
Total of 2417 lbs
Has a 30 gallon gas tank which, if full, would add another 240 lbs approx ( gotta consider this weight when pulling)
My 2008 Mazda Grand Touring CX9 had a towing capacity of 2,000 lbs and pulled it nicely. That being said it was hard on the engine AND the brakes. Was really at its limit.
Lots to consider...
Nov 25, 2020 11:23:45 #
I’m going to fall into the don’t do it school...but as a comparison, my 22’ fishing barge that’s got aluminum logs and plywood deck and a 115 hp o/b motor is only about 3300lbs on the trailer. I can’t imagine a simple 16’ boat with live wells (I would assume you’d empty them) could come in at even half the weight. Would I pull any boat w/o 4x4-no. But, even a smaller suv s/b able to handle that. What’s your vehicle’s rated tongue capacity?
Nov 25, 2020 12:24:37 #
Three Cs wrote:
take it to a public scale and have car, boat and trailer weighted and then go back and weigh the car and do the math
You should not have to weigh the car separately; usually a car or truck's gross vehicle weight is marked on a sticker on the side
of the driver's door (and sometimes on your registration) !
Nov 25, 2020 14:10:55 #
whtoak
Loc: South Carolina
Looks like this is getting rather complicated. Call the dealership for whatever make of vehicle it is and ask them. They should immediately know if your vehicle is capable of safely towing the boat or not. As for hitches, etc., ask them that too. I will say, of all things, I would NOT buy a cheaply made hitch. There is a big difference between inexpensive and cheap. Uhaul and Leonard truck shops usually install good hitches. All that being said, " Drive at a reasonable speed, maintaining at least a "4 second" distance behind the vehicle in front of you and as my daddy always said, "Drive like you got some sense, boy. You gotta be smarter than the truck."
Nov 25, 2020 14:28:34 #
flyguy wrote:
Welcome to the Forum, specopsjuno, What your car can tow, is not the question, the question is what your car can stop safely. Your car's braking system is designed to stop the weight of the vehicle and its passengers Not an additional 2,000 lbs. DON'T DO IT!!!!!
Towing capacity of a vehicle includes the towing vehicle’s ability to stop however you really want to look at the GCWR as well as the GAWR. https://www.curtmfg.com/towing-capacity
Nov 25, 2020 14:42:15 #
whopper88
Loc: San Diego
One gallon of water weighs 8 1/3 #, but I don't think you will want to tow with the live wells full of water. You should be able to find the other weights on the components manufacture's website.
Nov 25, 2020 14:58:13 #
Nov 25, 2020 15:11:52 #
MuskyJohn
Loc: Benton Harbor, MI
I agree with everyone's comments above, but find out what the boat weighs first. You can usually get this from the Coast Guard plate on the boat or in the boat. In my case the 16' boat that I just rebuilt weighs 650 pounds with no fuel and not the Mercury on the back, nor the trailer. My Volvo will tow 3300 pounds. I did calculate it out and the most my whole package weighs is around 1400 pounds. You do want to stay under the 2000 pounds, of course, but take some time to really calculate it out. Find a used Volvo XC70. They are all wheel drive and tow very well and can pull the boat out of any slippery boat launch. You can get a deal on a good used Volvo. Mine was $1500. Great cars and they can be found very cheaply. Actually they are really easy to work on too, if you do any mechanic work at home.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Nov 25, 2020 15:20:53 #
whopper88 wrote:
One gallon of water weighs 8 1/3 #, but I don't think you will want to tow with the live wells full of water. You should be able to find the other weights on the components manufacture's website.
Regarding the live wells; isn't it better to travel 'dry', then fill your live well from the body of water you plan to fish from ?
Just askin' !
Nov 25, 2020 15:27:51 #
bobber22
Loc: Ocala, Florida
Your right. Then the drive home with the finny little critters in there would maybe get them seasick. Gut em and nuke em and you have the freshest tasting fish around.
Nov 25, 2020 15:54:55 #
GJF
Loc: NY metro native now Jacksonville, FL
Monark's heaviest 1979 16 foot = 475 pounds https://www.nadaguides.com/Boats/1979/Mon-Ark-Boat-Co
Mercury did not make a 75hp in 1979, so you'll need to look up the year and manufacturer to get specifics for the outboard.
But a high estimate would be 300 pounds
Trailer weight depends on its carrying capacity. So the length is only one piece of the puzzle. Their weight depends on length, width, strength of material, etc. A trailer rated to tow 2000 to 2400lb is likely to weigh around 500 pounds. But you really should get the specifics. The trailer should have a decal with that info on it.
https://www.glen-l.com/designs/trailer/trailer-wts.html
A rough estimate for boat, trailer, and motor would be around 1300 pounds. But don't forget to account for additional gear such as anchors, trolling motor, coolers, rods, tackle, fuel, etc
Mercury did not make a 75hp in 1979, so you'll need to look up the year and manufacturer to get specifics for the outboard.
But a high estimate would be 300 pounds
Trailer weight depends on its carrying capacity. So the length is only one piece of the puzzle. Their weight depends on length, width, strength of material, etc. A trailer rated to tow 2000 to 2400lb is likely to weigh around 500 pounds. But you really should get the specifics. The trailer should have a decal with that info on it.
https://www.glen-l.com/designs/trailer/trailer-wts.html
A rough estimate for boat, trailer, and motor would be around 1300 pounds. But don't forget to account for additional gear such as anchors, trolling motor, coolers, rods, tackle, fuel, etc
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