how many mph does a 30 hp engine go?

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how many mph does a 30 hp engine go?

#1 Post by tommyc »

Only recently bought a small boat with a 30 hp mariner engine. Im wondering what kind of speed would the boat go at full trottle taking into account the engine is about 9 years old but in excellent condition as it was well looked after.
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Re: how many mph does a 30 hp engine go?

#2 Post by donal domeney »

To answer that we would need to know the type of boat it's on.
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Re: how many mph does a 30 hp engine go?

#3 Post by ennagail24 »

As Donal said, the type of boat and hull will be needed.
I have a Bonwitco 400C with a 25hp - she goes 24kts with me, wife & 2 kids aboard, against a head wind......

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