I've been on the hunt for a 53,then a 53 or a 58, but I am seeing a lot of 61's or 63's in the same price range. So I am wondering if there is big difference in fuel consumption in the 61's, and 63's versus the older 58's? I understand that at hull speed they might well all be very close but what about if all pushing 3/4 throttle or some nice cruise speed?
Thanks!
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10-12-2020 06:03 PM #1Senior Member
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58 vs 61 vs 63 fuel consmuption
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Re: 58 vs 61 vs 63 fuel consmuption
Wider beam will burn more fuel.
Sky Cheney
1985 53EDMY, Hull #CN759, "Rebecca"
ELYC on White Lake--Montague, MI
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Re: 58 vs 61 vs 63 fuel consmuption
Hull speed on my 63 I get 0.8 mpg. If I go up to 3/4 throttle I get around 0.2 mpg
Looking for a 80 plus foot yacht
Hatteras of Cheoy Lee
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Re: 58 vs 61 vs 63 fuel consmuption
Negligible difference at hull speed with the same power. Definitely going to make at difference above that.
Randy Register - Kingston, TN
www.yachtrelocation.com
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aka Freebird aka Sparky1
1965 41DC #93
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10-12-2020 09:42 PM #6
Re: 58 vs 61 vs 63 fuel consmuption
No way Randy. There's a huge difference of mpg at hull speed. Its based on the resistance with the wider boats and the type of water and its density.
Why do you insist on repeating that same stuff all the time.
And Happy BirthdayScott
41C117 "Hattatude"
Port Canaveral Florida.
Marine Electronics and Electrical Products Distributor.
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10-12-2020 09:58 PM #7
Re: 58 vs 61 vs 63 fuel consmuption
Disappointed Freebird. Not engaging tonight?
Dave & Trina
Benedetto
1989 60MY HATDK310
Sturgeon Bay/Ft. Lauderdale
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Re: 58 vs 61 vs 63 fuel consmuption
Bob Quinn, it sounds like a big cliche but it is 100% true. The cost of the fuel is one of the lowest factors to consider. For range on a vessel, yes something that needs to be considered. But in overall cost yearly this is the least to consider. In fact IMO the cheapest way to maintain the boat is to burn fuel. Meaning use it to keep everything operational. No way the average guy will wear engines out. And if you could or actually do they would owe you nothing and you would be very happy to dive in and recondition.
Again, just my experienced opinion. But the boat that fits your needs and wants. And then enjoy!1966 34c
1982 46 HP
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Re: 58 vs 61 vs 63 fuel consmuption
Randy Register - Kingston, TN
www.yachtrelocation.com
www.Safes4Guns.com
aka Freebird aka Sparky1
1965 41DC #93
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Re: 58 vs 61 vs 63 fuel consmuption
Randy Register - Kingston, TN
www.yachtrelocation.com
www.Safes4Guns.com
aka Freebird aka Sparky1
1965 41DC #93