Yet with purportedly less than 400 ever produced, any remaining boats given care and restoration trade hands for tens-of-thousands of dollars if at all.īut now you can build your own near-replica with our carefully-detailed Barrelback 19 design for a fraction of the cost and actually end up with a better boat. Of all the half-dozen or so sizes built by Chris Craft, the 19' Custom Runabout model produced between 19 seems to generate the most interest today. Now it's your chance to capture those memories by building your own For those unfamiliar with the type, the stern is a semi-circular or elliptical like half a barrel, with a lovely seamless blending of the tumble-home topsides into the deck, side to side.Īnd, this happens to be the design that Jethro on NCIS is building this season! Like Jethro, many have fond memories of this type of boat from their childhood. Usage: watersports, crusing, entertainment, etc.Nothing causes aficionados of classic mahogany runabouts to salivate more than the sight of the famous barrel-stern examples built by Chris Craft long ago.When choosing the perfect runabout, consider these factors: For a good example of a sterndrive runabout, check out the Malibu 21 MLX. A good example of an outboard-powered runabout is Cobalt’s 25SC. Those are, well, deck boats and cuddy cabins. Sure, there are deck boats that try to look the part, and cuddy cabins that try to horn in on the segment, but those are not runabouts. A typical runabout measures from 16 to about 33 feet, comes with sterndrive or outboard power, often has a pointy or pickle-fork, open bow with seating and a walk-through windshield. For starters, let’s define what a runabout is-and most likely, it’s what you picture in your mind of when you think of a recreational powerboat.
With runabouts, the field is more wide-open, and the options are more plentiful. There is Ford, GM, Chevrolet and Dodge, and reading those brand names, you’ve probably already got a good idea which one you’d pick. Runaboutsīy comparison, choosing the perfect heavy-duty pickup truck is a lot easier than picking the perfect runabout. There are a wide range of Runabout boats for sale from popular brands like Chaparral, Sea Ray and Bayliner with 513 new and 1,233 used and an average price of $36,139 with boats ranging from as little as $4,761 and $349,790. These powerboats use the following propulsion options: outboard engine or stern drive engine. Ideal for day cruising and watersports these Runabout boats vary in length from 13ft to 35ft and can carry 3 to 17 passengers. And no matter the activity there’s enough dry storage space for everything you need and more. An inward opening side door makes it easy to slide a big one on board or slip into the water for a dive.
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The 330 DC is equally ready for when the fish are biting with a huge, uncluttered cockpit, a 28-gallon livewell with acrylic lid, 115 gallons of insulated fishboxes with macerators, and a full bait prep station.
There’s even a standard bow boarding ladder that lets you step onto the sand without getting your feet wet.
A hidden bow table that electrically raises out of the floor is perfect for a picnic lunch or happy hour and doubles to complete a huge forward sun lounge. If luxuriating is your desire, there’s a standard summer kitchen with sink, fridge and wine chilling cubby to go along with tons of Corian countertop space for spreads. Whether you want to fish, cruise, or spend the day at the sandbar, this boat’s exceptional layout and vacuum –infused, high performance hull makes your options endless. The Cobia 330 Dual Console’s boundless space, wealth of amenities, and abundance of plush seating means stress relief comes standard.