Is 3.5 HP enought?

[Weekender1965]

Hi everyone

I am looking to buy a Nissan 3.5B outboard 2 stroke.

This will be used just for trolling back to the lake dock just in case my main engine fails to start.

My boat is 18' I/O and weights about 2000 pounds.

Is 3.5hp enough to limp mode back to the lake dock?

I am not looking to get into plane

I use this boat in a small lake.

Thanks
Aida

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Is 3.5 HP enought?

i tried a 3hp on a 15 ft.outboard, 900 lbs. barely moved, was a joke,. recommend 6-9.9 hp, any wind and your in the weeds.

 

[steelespike]

Re: Is 3.5 HP enought?

If the lake is protected not too much wind or waves it would probably be enough.I sure wouldn't want deal with any wind,current or waves with a 3.5.
I think other wise a 5.5 would be the minimum.

 

[Weekender1965]

Re: Is 3.5 HP enought?

well it looks like I should be buying a 6HP to 10HP

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Is 3.5 HP enought?

then you can use it anywhere.