Vanguard Work Skiff Delivered

Gallatin Steel, of Ghent, Ky., recently bought an 18 ft. work skiff from Vanguard Boats, Bloomington, Minn. The double-hull, 18 ft. work skiff is constructed of 5086 aluminum. It has tanks for 24 gallons of fuel, and is powered by a 50 hp Mercury outboard (as per customer specifications). The skiff has an upright console and can handle outboard engines in the 50-120 hp range. The boat weighs 1,600 lbs. (without fuel and engine) and has four-point lift-sling pad eyes and quick attach casters for versatile mobility around the job-site. Vessel Specifications Length: 18 ft. Width: 7.5 ft. Transom Height: 1.7 ft. Weight: 1,600 lbs. (without engine and fuel) Engine Range: 50-120 hp OBM Fuel Capacity: 24 gallons Max. Payload: 1,500 lbs. Material Construction: Aluminum: Hull - 5086, Transom - 6061, Seats - 3003 Finish: Gray DuPont aluminum marine paint.