A Word About Trailers

There are many brands of trailers that will properly support your Maritime. To assist in that selection, we have shown several good examples and provided a selection guide. For proper hull support, we suggest trailers that have a combination of keel rollers and bunks. Maritime's external keel is very strong and designed to support the entire boat's weight. Carpeted bunks or roller trains (a series of rollers in a fixed or articulated channel) may provide additional support and balance. Keel rollers on the rear cross member may help to center the boat as it is winched or driven onto the trailer. The rear rollers also lift the hull above the bunk ends, which could remain exposed on very shallow ramps. Winching a boat up and over the sharp end of the bunks exerts tremendous pressure on the hull's skin and may cause damage. Trailers should be 102" wide to allow our wide hulls (16' - 20' models), to sit down inside the fender wells. These wide trailers will also make it much easier to get on board when stepping on the fender or support steps. Single axle trailers (except 23') work fine, provided you select one that has the proper carrying capacity. To assist in your selection, please look over the trailer selection guide. While your on-board weights may vary from those shown, the chart is a reminder that your trailer has to carry much more than just the hull's weight. As an example, fluids are heavy. Water weighs 8.3 lbs per gallon & fuel 6.1 lbs. Trailers weigh between 500 lbs. and 1500 lbs. (Heavier for the 23's) Be sure to add this weight to the loaded boat and motor weights in determining what your total towed weight will be. Many states require brakes when this load exceeds 3000 lbs. Please check with your dealer for local requirements. MARITIME TRAILER SELECTION GUIDE All weights measured in pounds. Model 1480 1690 1890 2090 20DF 20P/C 23D 23P 23V/C Boat 780 1200 1300 1550 2040 2100 2500 2850 3000 Bow Dodger, Coaming Kit or Bimini 30 60 60 60 30 20 20 20 20 Controls & Battery Cables 10 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 Bunk, Platform and Console Cushions 10 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 Battery (1) 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 VRO Tank/Crankcase oil 10 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 Motor (4 Stroke) (Max. H.P.) 200 250 400 437 437 437 620 620 620 Prop, Stainless 5 8 10 10 10 10 15 15 15 Rails, Cleats, etc. 0 15 15 15 15 20 20 20 20 Anchor, Chain, Line, Fenders, etc. 15 25 25 25 30 30 30 30 30 Safety Gear, Clothing, etc. 5 10 10 10 20 20 20 20 20 Tools & Fishing Gear 5 20 20 20 20 20 30 30 30 Fuel 40 159 159 159 177 177 506 506 506 Coolers, Bait Tanks, Camping Gear, etc. 40 50 50 50 50 50 75 75 75 Totals 1190 1887 2139 2426 2919 2974 3926 4276 4426 Recommended Trailer Capacity 1400 2400 2500 2800 3100 3500 4600 5000 5000               (Tandem) (Tandem) (Tandem) This chart tabulates approximate weights of hull, motor and gear and is provided to assist in the selection of a proper trailer. Each boat may vary somewhat, but it is important in selecting a trailer to opt on the high side when determining proper capacity and to consider that options may be added at a later date.