Trailcraft 4.7M

Many first-time boat buyers are understandably reluctant to part with too much of their hard-earned ching-ching. What if they buy the wrong type of boat? What if their priorities change over time? At a smidge under 25 grand, Trailcraft's 4.7m runabout of

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HIGHS

Great entry-level fishing rig
Tough as nails and easy to manoeuvre
Self-draining deck a big plus
Plenty of room for storage and aftermarket additions

LOWS

Remote control for the engine needs attention
Needs extra handrails around helm passenger position
Standard boat (without any options) is a little spartan

TRAILCRAFT 4.7M RUNABOUT

Price as tested: $24,437

Options fitted:

Canopy, engine upgrade

Priced from: $23,600 w/ 50hp two-stroke Mercury

GENERAL

Material: Plate aluminium

Length (overall): 5m

Beam: 2.2m

Height on trailer: 2.15m

Deadrise: 14°

Rec/max hp: 75

Weight: 750kg (boat, motor, trailer)

CAPACITIES

Fuel: 120lt underfloor

Passengers: Maximum five

ENGINE

Make/model: Mercury EFI

Type: Four-cylinder four-stroke

Rated hp: 50

Displacement: 995cc

Weight: 112kg

Gearbox ratio: 1.83:1

ropeller: 11in

SUPPLIED BY Saltwater Marine, Hampton Rd, South Fremantle, tel (08) 9431 7779, sales@saltwatermarine.com.au or visit www.trailcraft.com.au

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