The ELASTEC Platform Work Boat (specs) is manufactured at our Carmi, Illinois USA facility. Its rugged design allows for this versatile utility service barge to perform a variety of waterway maintenance and marina tasks. This vessel requires minimal upkeep as it has few moving parts and its propulsion is provided by a single outboard. Custom deck arrangements are available per your design or project specifications.
Designed for sheltered waters, ELASTEC Platform Boats are manufactured from high-quality marine-grade aluminum. The open deck arrangement and removable railings allow for an unobstructed workspace over the water. The all-aluminum hull and deck allow for project-specific equipment to be bolted or welded to the deck. Custom deck arrangements are available per your design or our design per your specifications.
PROJECT: MINI PLATFORM BOAT
Description
This platform boat was built to be lightweight and maneuverable. It has a shorter length for use in small bodies of water or wastewater lagoons. The cutout is designed to aid in the maintenance of pumps and aerators. It was offered with a tilt trailer to aid in launching without a boat ramp.
Platform Boat Specifications
HULL
- Two pressure tested hulls constructed from 3/16 in / 4.7 mm marine-grade aluminum linked by traverse beams
- Separate water-tight compartments
- Four heavy duty aluminum deck welded mooring cleats
- Zinc Anode Protection
DECK
The deck is 3/16 Marine Grade aluminum Diamond Tread. The subframe in constructed of 3 inch aluminum channel.
RAILING
Removable (lift off) aluminum safety handrails, recessmounted to the hull for easy loading of wheel-on equipment/storage containers.
FENDERING
Protective fendering constructed of solid 3 inch x 11/2 inch EDPM rubber runs horizontally below deck level and vertically at the bow of each hull.
PILOT / CREW SEATING AND EQUIPMENT STORAGE
Cushioned plastic molded helm seat with arms and two cushioned crew seats are affixed to a 12 ½ cubic foot storage bench.
Standard Equipment
- All aluminum console
- Uflex Accura™ Steering System
- 12 Volt electric system
- Breaker switch panel
- USCG LED Navigation lighting
- Horn
- Removable handrails
- Diamond tread deck plating
- Removable handrails
- Zinc anode protection
Optional Equipment
- Fire extinguisher (US sales)
- Flotation ring
- Personal floatation devices (lifejackets)
- External bow ramp
- Bimini top
- Marine VHF radio
- Depth sounder
- Chart plotter
Suzuki Motor Options
- Suzuki 25HP
- Suzuki 50HP
(Options available on request)
All Suzuki motor systems include:
- Power trim and tilt
- Digital gauges
- Aluminum prop
- Fuel tank
Trailer Options
- Galvanized 4,500 lb / 2,041 kg
- Dual axle with hydraulic surge brakes each axel
- Spare tire with disc hub assembly
- Tongue jack with foot
*Other motor configurations are available. Maximum speed is determined by motor horsepower and other factors.