what size outboard for an Olympic 1800?

[pmwel]

The boat is a bare bones 17 foot 1986 Olympic that weighs 1350 pounds. I would like to move the boat along at 25 to 30 mph. Is a 50 hp Honda or Yamaha enough horsepower to meet this goal? The load will generally be 2 adults and a 130 lb dog.

Thank you for helping.

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: what size outboard for an Olympic 1800?

Look at the USCG capacity plate and power the boat with NO LESS then 75% of the rating so the hull will perform properly.

What is the rating plate say?