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Old 23 October 2010, 21:21   #1
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What speed
What speed would I get out of an Honda 40hp on the back of a 450 Avon Adventure
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Old 24 October 2010, 11:04   #2
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I'd estimate about 30-32knts on flat water. The 50 Yam on my 4m got me to 32knts ( with Doelfins fitted) . The longer hull & lower power I'd guess woudl be the same. The last 7 knts will be painful though !
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