Boat Options
Information on the hull kit options shown above.
The standard parts for a river hull kit are shown above. More information on the parts and assembly is available in the instructions page.
Transom Step
A stepped transom is available on all our river jet boat hulls. This option replaces the standard sides and flat transom with extended side panels and the stepped transom parts shown below.
Note: This must be ordered at the same time as the hull kit.
Pros:
– Looks great
– Convenient for stepping off the river bank or climbing onto the boat from the water
– Splash guard for pump
– Extra storage
Cons:
– A little bit of weight
– Additional cost
– Additional work
Straight handrail set
Four basic straight handrails. 25mm diameter tube, ready to TIG weld on.
- 2 x 400mm long transom handrails for pushing
- 1 x 500mm long passenger handrail for the dash
- 1 x 230mm handrail for the front of the foredeck
Curved handrails
A curved 25mm diameter pair of handrails to suit the foredeck of WattsCraft kits. Curved rails shown on the bow of a 3.4m WattsCraft in image above.
Comes ready to TIG weld on.
Trailer frame kit
Heavy duty trailer frame kit to suit WattsCraft hulls. Includes strong alloy side guides.
4mm 5083 marine aluminium. 3mm Mudguards. 10mm Radius folds. Doubling plates for all butt joins. UHMWPE strips for bunks, mudguards & side poles.
Does not include components. See trailer parts kit.
Trailer parts kit
Trailparts parts kit includes:
Coupler 2000kg 1 7/8″
Rated safety chain x 2
2 x Stainless steel D-shackles (captive pin)
3:1 Winch, 4m synthetic cable & stainless steel hook
HD Jockey wheel, solid wheel
LED light kit, 8m cables, plug & holder
WOF holder
Leaf springs, hardware & mounting beams.
Custom pre-built pre-galv axle (65mm drop), hubs & stubs
Alloy wheels & tyres (incl spare)
Side marker lights for trailers over 2m
Steel keel strip
CNC cut Hardox 450 (high strength steel) keel armouring. This makes your keel as rock-proof as possible. Well worth it if you run nasty very shallow rocky rivers regularly. We all have this on our own boats.
Its does add a fair bit of weight so boats with smaller engines will need to think twice. Also no good if you use your boat in the salt.
Slides much better than alloy but not as good as plastic.
Comes bent, pre-drilled and countersunk. This makes it very easy to install & is the reason it costs a fair bit.
9mm Hardwood plywood floor
CNC cut plywood floor to fit into your hull nicely. Ply is a nice contrast to the alloy and wears well with oiling once a year.
Helps keep the noise down and anti-slip.
Foredeck Bulkhead
A bulkhead to seperate the area under the foredeck. This replaces the standard foot rest bulkhead.
Pros:
– Works well if you plan to add a access hatch to the foredeck
– Extra storage
Cons:
– A little bit of weight
– Additional cost
– Additional work
Under seat petrol tank kit
~120L Petrol tank for under the rear seat of the 4m+ hulls.
- Outer skin is two pieces to minimise welding
- Includes 2 x baffles
- No fittings or cut-outs included