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Fuel Consumption

We're getting very favorable reports of economical performance from BARTENDER owners. As more new BARTENDERS are being built which utilize modern engines we're able to compare performance to other boats with the same engines. We're seeing a definite pattern of the BARTENDER being more economical to operate than many modern production boats of equal size. Sometimes as much as half the fuel consumption.

19' Cuddy BARTENDER with 40 hp Honda outboard -- 2.4 gph at 18 knots.

20' Runabout BARTENDER with 120 hp Mercruiser inboard -- 2.2 gph at 15 knots, 1800 rpm.

20' Hardtop Cuddy BARTENDER with 70 hp Westerbeke gas inboard --3 gph at 15 knots, 2400 rpm.

22' BARTENDER with 185 hp GM V6 inboard -- 4.35 gph at 15 knots, 2200 rpm.
"                                                         "      -- 4.75 gph at 17.5 knots, 2300 rpm.
"                                                         "      -- 5.25 gph at 21.6 knots, 2500 rpm.


Design
and Construction


     The BARTENDER was a revolutionary design when it was developed in the mid-1950’s and is still as practical, popular, and stylish today as it was back then. The flared, double-ended, dory type hull, combined with the smooth riding, planing v-bottom, give the BARTENDER its’ combination of exceptional rough water performance and safety. She holds firm in low or high speeds.

     You don’t need to be an experienced boat builder to build a
BARTENDER, although some basic woodworking skills are recommended. A lot of fancy and expensive tools are not required either. The BARTENDERS are designed for easy construction from common materials -- marine plywood over simple wood frames.

     Plans include a complete materials list and detailed instructions that lead you through every step. If any questions should arise during the construction process answers are just a phone call or e-mail away.

     Build your BARTENDER as an economical boat for work or play or use finer grades of wood for a yacht finish if your budget, taste, and time allow.




 

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