River Rat
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#576 
#577 | 
a 20' modified sled river
runner | 
Build in PLYWOOD or 
WELDED ALUMINUM | 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
| Characteristics | 
 
| Length overall | 
20'-2" | 
 
| Beam | 
8'-0" | 
 
| Hull draft | 
11" | 
 
| Freeboard forward | 
3'-0" | 
 
| Freeboard aft | 
2'-0" | 
 
| Average passengers | 
2-4 | 
 
| Hull depth midship | 
3'-3" | 
 
| Hull weight (approx.) | 
1100 lbs. | 
 
| Displacement | 
3040 lbs. | 
 
| Cockpit size | 
13'-6" x 6'-0" | 
 
- Hull type: Modified sled garvey with 12o deadrise. Developed for
sheet plywood or aluminum planking with built-in chine flat spray rail.
 
- Power: Single or twin long shaft outboard motors; 50 hp minimum, 100 hp
will suffice for general use, with higher hp optional. Inboard stern mounted
engine coupled to an inboard/outboard or jet pump are optional. Maximum weight
of 1000 lbs. An engine in the 300 hp range should be ideal for most purposes.
V-drive can also be used but not detailed.
 
- Can the hull be extended or shortened? Yes. Up to 10% as detailed in the
plans. We do not recommend increasing the beam.
 
- Trailer: Designed for use with Glen-L Series 3800 boat trailer plans.
 
 
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Glen-L marine designs / www.glen-l.com / Boat
plans for the home builder 
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