Taxiboat

A sturdy livery scooter for fishermen and small family outings

Category
Utility Boats
Designer
William D. Jackson
Published
Boat Builder's Handbook, pp. 66–67
Craft Print
18

A dependable livery scooter designed for boat rental: ideal for fishermen and family outings. A small 1 3/4–2 hp air-cooled inboard runs it all day at 5–10 mph on very little fuel, and plywood patterns can be reused to build a whole fleet.

Specifications

Length
11 ft 6 in
Construction
3/8 in. plywood sides, 1/2 in. plywood bottom over mold frames
Power
Small air-cooled inboard (1 3/4–2 hp, e.g. U.S. Motors, Clinton, Briggs); 5–10 mph

Downloads

Plan sheets 5

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