1-50hp or 2-25hps?

[ad4par1]

I currently have a 50 hp on my 15' tri-hull. I'm considering going to 2 engines so I can get out on the ocean further without worring if I'm going to break down with no backup.<br /><br />My ? is: Do 2-25's equal 50 or is it just 25hp with a little extra kick?

 

[Bear]

Re: 1-50hp or 2-25hps?

The later, or equal to a single 40-45 hp. More drag because or the two gearcases, you'll get worse mpg, shorter range. But on the other hand, if one fails you get home safe by the other 25 hp.

 

[charleswmoore]

Re: 1-50hp or 2-25hps?

Don't Do it. I don't think you will be happy with this arrangement on a boat of this size. If you want the redundancy then just get a small 7.5 or 9.9 kicker motor. You will find most smaller or even larger boats won't get on plane witha single motor runnning in a twin enviroment. Plus the kicker will push that size boat along at a fair pace. It's great for trolling and you can use it <br />for other purpose like on a dingy or small john boat for those other excursions. Maybe just a radio and sea tow would be a better idea. (heck of a lot cheeper)

 

[steelespike]

Re: 1-50hp or 2-25hps?

Im with Charles Stick with your rig.<br /> Im no expert but it seems by going with 2 motors<br /> your doubling everything but pleasure.<br /> Get that kicker and enjoy the simplicity.

 

[Bear]

Re: 1-50hp or 2-25hps?

I'm with Charles 3<br />Get a kicker, a radio and sea tow. I just said 40-45 (you lose 10-20%) and two is safer than one.

 

[miloman]

Re: 1-50hp or 2-25hps?

for sure I agree with everyone else firstly it will put added stress on your transom and for the same price you should be able to get a new 9.9 and really have no concerns

 

[Mumblerone]

Re: 1-50hp or 2-25hps?

I guess the real question is; how far out in the ocean do you want to go with a 15' boat? Secondly, I would guess that the weight would be too much for the 15' boat, not to mention room, steering, etc. Go with a light weight kicker, 6-8 HP.