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Bestway Naviga 61066
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Typerowingrowing
Number of seats32
Load capacity270 kg225 kg
Equipment
Bottom typeflat and inflatable (NDND)flat and inflatable (NDND)
Bottom coverwithout additional coatingwithout additional coating
Transomis absentis absent
Seatsinflatableinflatable
More features
rubber oarlocks
eye roller
lifeline
rubber oarlocks
eye roller
lifeline
Specs
Maximum motor power1.4 hp
Number of pressurized compartments22
Balloon diameter33 cm33 cm
Dimensions (LxW)307x126 cm225x127 cm
Fabric density450 g/m²450 g/m²
Items in set
Paddles
Pump
Repair kit
Added to E-Catalogapril 2015april 2015

Number of seats

The total number of seats provided in the boat is, in fact, the maximum number of adults for which it is designed. Usually, this number corresponds to the number of seats.

There are three things to keep in mind when choosing this indicator. Firstly, with the maximum number of people in the boat, it can be quite crowded and not very comfortable. Secondly, in addition to people, such boats often have to be loaded with luggage, which can be heavy and voluminous. Thirdly, the capabilities of the boat are limited not only by the number of seats, but also by the carrying capacity (see below). Therefore, if it is planned to carry large people and/or a large amount of luggage on the ship, it is best to choose a model with a margin for the number of seats.

As for the specific number, the smallest modern boats have 1 or 2 seats. Medium-sized models with 3 or 4 seats are also extremely popular. 5-seater options are relatively rare, and the largest models can accommodate 6 or more people.

Load capacity

The maximum weight of cargo that the boat is normally designed to carry. The cargo in this case includes both passengers and their luggage, as well as the engine and various additional equipment.

The carrying capacity stated in the characteristics clearly cannot be exceeded: although most inflatable boats are able to stay afloat even with severe overload, in such conditions controllability and stability noticeably deteriorate, wear increases and the likelihood of damage to the bottom or cylinder increases. We also note that there is no strict connection between the carrying capacity and the number of seats (see above): models with the same number of seats can differ significantly in permissible load. And it is important to take boats with a large carrying capacity if necessary, because this affects the density of materials, overall weight and price.

Maximum motor power

The maximum engine power allowed for this boat.

The power limitation is primarily due to the fact that not every boat normally tolerates high speeds. In addition, powerful motors and weigh a lot, which puts forward appropriate requirements for the strength of the transom. So it is extremely undesirable to exceed the permissible power: even at low thrust, the structure will be subjected to abnormal loads, and full thrust can lead to a rollover or damage to the boat.

Dimensions (LxW)

The dimensions of the inflated boat in length and width, along the outer edges (excluding oars, motor, etc.). This parameter allows you to estimate how much space the vessel will occupy in the working position. In addition, the first size value — length — indicates other parameters: the larger it is, the better the boat is suitable for gliding and, usually, its capacity is greater (see "Number of seats").
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