Every year, mixed in with the usual chatter around the boatyards, I hear at least a few comments along the lines of "I beefed up the transom of my 14-footer so it can take 60 horsepower!"
Er, no. That's not how it works.
Maximum power ratings for small outboard vessels are calculated according to the size and design of the boat, taking into account the following factors:
- Length of hull (longer = higher power rating)
- Beam at transom (wider = higher rating)
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