RPM vs load question

[SweeperForce]

Usually when I'm out by myself I hit the mark. 5500rpm at 40-43 mph WOT. Normally when I take the family out I don't go at WOT. However, yesterday we were trying the beat the storm home. With with three adults and a puddgy dog I maxed out at 4800rpms @36mph. Is that normal for an extra 450lbs?

Thanks,
Tom

 

[Jiggz]

Re: RPM vs load question

It's about right depending on how much trim you had. If you were "plowing" that is just about correct.

 

[SweeperForce]

Re: RPM vs load question

Ok, thanks. Only been boating for going on three years now and I never experienced this.