Top speed?

jsaylor

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I'm looking at a Smoker Craft 162 spitfire 1998 with a 2019 mercury 4 stroke 50hp, worried it may be under powered, usually 2 people and would like to see 30mph, opinions? thanks
 

matt167

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Smokercraft rated it for 90Hp so yes it’s under powered by nearly 50%. You may see 30mph. That 4 stroke will be smooth though
 

airshot

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I have a 16' Sylvan aluminum side console with a 40 hp Merc classic two stroke. My boat is rated for 80 hp...no way would I want an 80 hp on the back...I can get 32 mph with just me and 28/29 with two and fishing gear. What is your definition of underpowered ? I mostly run lake erie, very rare is the day I can run wide open, typical cruising speed around 20-22 mph. I don't ski or do other water sports, just fish and joyride.
 
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