Inboard vs. Outboard Boats

When it comes to powering your boat, you want to feel confident that you’re making the right decision. The Sports Center knows the importance of choosing the right motor for your craft, which is we’ve provided a quick comparison of inboard and outboard boats. Keep reading to learn more, and if you’ve any questions or want to check out our wide selection of boats for sale, be sure to visit our dealership in Perry, Georgia.

How Does an Inboard Boat Work?

There are two main types of inboard engines, the V-drive inboard and the direct-drive inboard. Boats that are equipped with an inboard feature the motor and most of the drive assembly mounted in the hull of the boat. As a result, only the propeller and propeller shaft will be outside of the hull. When you steer the boat, a rudder that’s attached at the stern will then change the direction of the boat’s movement.

Inboard Motors: Pros and Cons

While an inboard motor is more expensive than other types on the market, they were designed to be similar to car engines so they’re more fuel-efficient, have better horsepower, and much more torque. If you’re looking to enjoy a quiet day on the water while fishing or entertaining, this is the ideal motor choice for you.

A key benefit of investing in an inboard engine is that it tends to offer better weight distribution. Having an inboard deep in the hull of the boat creates a lower center of gravity, which results in better running and overall performance. Another factor to consider is that handling can be more challenging with an inboard motor and they’re not as easy to maintain or replace.

How Does a Boat with an Outboard Motor Work?

The basic idea of an outboard motor is that provides power to the propeller, which makes the boat move. You can steer your boat by tilting the motor casing, which allows the propeller to move the water away at an angle. Some outboard motors are steered by hand, while some are steered with a wheel. Opening the throttle will increase the boat's speed because it will cause the outboard motor to burn fuel faster and turn over faster.

Outboard Motors: Pros and Cons

There are plenty of perks to using an outboard motor, largely due to the unique placement on the boat and their high level of portability. It's much easier to fix issues with an outboard boat because the motor is not in an enclosed compartment. Another big advantage of using an outboard motor is that it gives you better control when you are cruising at low speeds. However, when it comes to powering a bigger boat, an outboard motor doesn’t have enough torque. Also, outboards do not sit deeply in the water, which may lead to cavitation in high waves.

We hope that this information about inboard and outboard boats has been useful to you. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at The Sports Center in Perry, Georgia. We welcome all our patrons visiting us from Macon and Columbus.