According to John Adey, the technical director and one of the Boat US Ask The Experts, recreational outboard-powered boats can carry a pound of weight per five pounds of displacement.
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How do you know how much weight a boat can hold?
A capacity plate can be found on the transom of the boat. The maximum weight capacity and maximum number of people that the boat can carry are displayed on the plate. The maximum number of people or the maximum weight capacity is what you should keep in mind.
How much weight can a 12 foot boat hold?
With a 12 foot boat, 400 lbs can be safely contained, and with a 14 foot boat, 400 lbs can be safely contained. A Jon boat is usually 16 feet long and can hold 1,000 lbs. An 18 foot Jon boat can hold up to 1,500 lbs.
Why do boats have weight limits?
No, it is not possible! The number of seats in a boat isn’t indicative of how many people can be safely carried. The weight of the people, gear and fuel must be taken into account when calculating what is safe and legal. Good to moderate weather conditions are covered by the limits on the plate.
How much does a 16 ft jon boat weight?
The average weight of a jon boat is 500 pounds. jon boat trailers can weigh as much as 400 lbs.