New toy

[Vinny31]

So after a few near misses we’ve got ourselves a 6m XS with a 150hp optimax and managed to get a few hours today getting acquainted with it.

First impression is it jumps up onto the plane in no time and has a decent turn of speed. Managed 40 knots at 5500rpm with 3 adults and around 140litres of fuel onboard, does this sound about right? Think it has a lazer 2 stainless prop 19P.
Played around with smartcraft gauges and saw a best of 0.8l/nm at around 4800rpm around 35knots?

Looking forward to my next outing and learning a bit more about the new toy.

[Chicane]

Originally Posted by Vinny31

So after a few near misses we’ve got ourselves a 6m XS with a 150hp optimax and managed to get a few hours today getting acquainted with it.

First impression is it jumps up onto the plane in no time and has a decent turn of speed. Managed 40 knots at 5500rpm with 3 adults and around 140litres of fuel onboard, does this sound about right? Think it has a lazer 2 stainless prop 19P.
Played around with smartcraft gauges and saw a best of 0.8l/nm at around 4800rpm around 35knots?

Looking forward to my next outing and learning a bit more about the new toy.
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Congratulations!
I have a 2 yr old 6m XS.........love her performance....
I downsized my prop to 17 on my 150 engine, .......boat now flies!

[Vinny31]

What sort of speed are you getting? What speed do you cruise at for best economy?

[Chicane]

I am not sure! It depends on sea conditions and passengers.
When I have friends about I tend to drive slower but love going out alone and letting the engine have a blast.
I suppose I look at the Rev counter more than speed over water...best comfort and fuel economy is around 3600.

[Chicane]

Next time I am out I will open her up and let you know top speed.

[Chicane]

Originally Posted by Chicane

Next time I am out I will open her up and let you know top speed.

Is she black or dark blue?
Hard to tell from photo!

[Vinny31]

She’s dark blue, photo wasn’t the best. I doubt I’ll get a chance to run wot to often off our coast, was just curious if I was in the right ball park.
Lough neagh was flat calm yesterday so took advantage.
If I can cruise along at a decent pace I’ll be happy.

[Chicane]

It’s hardly ever flat calm here, but when it is, I drop all plans and get out on the water.
Looks a nice boat....more pics when you are able?