Ribcraft 6.5m weight?

beamishken · 10 January 2021, 08:35

Anyone have a rough idea on all up weight of a 6.5m ribcraft with 150 4 stroke & fully kitted & 4 jockey seats. Doesnt need to be to the nearest kg just a rough guide
Cheers

mikew4 · 10 January 2021, 18:58

I'd say call it 1000kg

Pikey Dave · 10 January 2021, 19:40

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Originally Posted by mikew4

I'd say call it 1000kg

Hmmm, my 545 weighs more than that, circa 1200kg.

jambo · 10 January 2021, 21:02

Amazing how everything adds up. As I have a 585 I agree with Dave.

lakelandterrier · 10 January 2021, 21:50

My 585 I've reckoned is c.1100Kg all up - Suzi 140, 90l of fuel, anchor, chain, lines, and all other kit.
I'd estimate a 6.4 all up @ circa 1300Kg plus trailer another- 400Kg?

beamishken · 11 January 2021, 22:28

Cheers guys thats pretty much answered what I needed to know
Thank you.
Incidentally this boat came as being a 6.5m did they actually make a 6.5? It seems to measure about 6.4 & models seem to go from 6.3 to 6.8 but maybe back on 02 they did a 6.5? Can anyone clarify?

Pikey Dave · 12 January 2021, 08:42

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Originally Posted by beamishken

Cheers guys thats pretty much answered what I needed to know
Thank you.
Incidentally this boat came as being a 6.5m did they actually make a 6.5? It seems to measure about 6.4 & models seem to go from 6.3 to 6.8 but maybe back on 02 they did a 6.5? Can anyone clarify?

I think back in the day they did sell a Hull as a 6.5, but it was very early on. I’ve seen one or two advertised as 6.5. Not the best Hull in the RC stable.

Orwell boy · 12 January 2021, 16:49

[QUOTE= 6.5. Not the best Hull in the RC stable.[/QUOTE]

I have seen this written by a couple of our wise men on here a few times now ,can anybody elaborate a little please (either on post or pm thankyou ) as i was considering this as a maybe for my next move , am i right too think 6.4/5 is 2.4m beam and 6.8m is 2.7m beam ?

beamishken · 12 January 2021, 17:01

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Originally Posted by Orwell boy

I have seen this written by a couple of our wise men on here a few times now ,can anybody elaborate a little please (either on post or pm thankyou ) as i was considering this as a maybe for my next move , am i right too think 6.4/5 is 2.4m beam and 6.8m is 2.7m beam ?

Hmm I'd be interested in why its not considered a good hull? afaik its 2002 if that helps identify it, I was seriously considering a full blown refurb with new seating fuel tank & engine upgrade but from the sound of these comments its maybe not the best prospect to put large amounts of cash into.
I've had it out & it seems to be a fairly easy riding hull but it is currently seriously underpowered.

Pikey Dave · 12 January 2021, 17:39

The 6.4/5 is the longest “stretch” of the 2.4m beam. The keel only extends about half the length of the hull. The hull flattens out from mid-ships to the transom forming a large flat planing pad. This makes for an efficient hull that will plane with lower hp motors, but can make for a “slammy” ride. The forefoot is deep, & as long as you keep the nose down, it’s fine. If you trim up & expose the flat belly to the sea it can become harsh. I can push my 545 harder than I could push the 6.4. The 545 has a full length deep keel all the way to the transom. It isn’t a bad hull per se, just not as good as others in the lineup. The hulls either side of the 6.4 I.e the 585 & 6.8 are better hulls.
All the above is obviously my humble opinion.

beamishken · 12 January 2021, 18:44

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Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

The 6.4/5 is the longest “stretch” of the 2.4m beam. The keel only extends about half the length of the hull. The hull flattens out from mid-ships to the transom forming a large flat planing pad. This makes for an efficient hull that will plane with lower hp motors, but can make for a “slammy” ride. The forefoot is deep, & as long as you keep the nose down, it’s fine. If you trim up & expose the flat belly to the sea it can become harsh. I can push my 545 harder than I could push the 6.4. The 545 has a full length deep keel all the way to the transom. It isn’t a bad hull per se, just not as good as others in the lineup. The hulls either side of the 6.4 I.e the 585 & 6.8 are better hulls.
All the above is obviously my humble opinion.

Sent you a pm as id like more of your opinion if thats ok [emoji6]

Pikey Dave · 12 January 2021, 19:10

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Originally Posted by beamishken

Sent you a pm as id like more of your opinion if thats ok [emoji6]

Oh I’ve got loads of those[emoji6]

CJL · 12 January 2021, 20:03

Our 6.4 weighs 2650kg on the trailer at a public weighbridge. I have to admit even I was surprised at how much but with twin 115 and 300litres of fuel it soon adds up.

Chris

Pikey Dave · 12 January 2021, 20:05

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Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

Oh I’ve got loads of those[emoji6]

Ken, your inbox is full

Orwell boy · 12 January 2021, 20:27

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Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

The 6.4/5 is the longest “stretch” of the 2.4m beam. The keel only extends about half the length of the hull. The hull flattens out from mid-ships to the transom forming a large flat planing pad. This makes for an efficient hull that will plane with lower hp motors, but can make for a “slammy” ride. The forefoot is deep, & as long as you keep the nose down, it’s fine. If you trim up & expose the flat belly to the sea it can become harsh. I can push my 545 harder than I could push the 6.4. The 545 has a full length deep keel all the way to the transom. It isn’t a bad hull per se, just not as good as others in the lineup. The hulls either side of the 6.4 I.e the 585 & 6.8 are better hulls.
All the above is obviously my humble opinion.

And your humble opinion is appreciated ,thankyou