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Hull Speed ??

Discussion in 'Carver Yacht' started by hopper5, Dec 27, 2012.

  1. hopper5, Dec 27, 2012
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    hopper5

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    Probably a stupid question but what exactly is considered "Hull Speed" ?? I have a 1994 440 and have gone round and round on what speed I should run her as well as what speed she should do WOT, etc.......so to add to my confusion I thought I'd find what my "Hull Speed" should be.......Thanks
  2. Scottbee, Dec 27, 2012
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    Scottbee

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    "Hull Speed" is a calculated parameter based on your boats length at the waterline. Here is some insight:

    Hull speed - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
  3. AlfredZ, Dec 27, 2012
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