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HINCKLEY JETBOATS

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Overview
The document provides a comprehensive overview of Hinckley Yachts, detailing their history, innovations, and specific yacht models. It emphasizes the company's dedication to quality craftsmanship, advanced technology, and exceptional customer service.
Historical Background
Hinckley Yachts was founded in 1928 in Southwest Harbor, Maine, initially focusing on building robust boats for the local fishing industry. Over the years, the company has introduced several innovations in yacht design and construction, such as the use of lightweight fiberglass in 1956 and jet propulsion in 1994.
Innovations and Technology
Hinckley is renowned for its DualGuard hulls, waterjet propulsion, and JetStick steering controls, which enhance safety, performance, and maneuverability. The JetStick system allows for precise control, facilitating docking and navigation in tight spaces.
Yacht Models
  • T29C: A center-console yacht with a shallow draft, DualGuard construction, and a 370 hp Volvo diesel engine, seating for eight, and a top speed of 33 knots.
  • T29R: Known for its aesthetic appeal and performance, featuring a V-berth cabin and a top speed of 32 knots, powered by a Volvo diesel engine.
  • T34: Designed for versatility and ease of use, with twin Yanmar 260 hp engines and a draft of just 22 inches, suitable for various water activities.
Design Philosophy
Hinckley yachts are crafted with a focus on performance, durability, and aesthetic appeal, using high-quality materials like Kevlar, carbon fiber, and stainless steel to ensure longevity and resilience. The yachts blend traditional craftsmanship with modern technology.
Customer Service and Support
Hinckley offers extensive customer support, including a 24/7 service hotline and a lifetime warranty on hull and deck structures. The company has a network of service yards along the East Coast, providing unparalleled resources for yacht maintenance and repair.
Specifications and Features
  • T34: A compact yacht with a length of 32' 3", featuring twin Yanmar engines and Hamilton jet drives, offering a cruise speed of 29 knots and a maximum speed of 32 knots.
  • New Picnic Boat: Known for its 360-degree visibility and spacious deck, with twin 300HP engines and a deeper V Hull for stability.
  • T38R Convertible: Features a convertible top and seating for 10, powered by twin Volvo engines, with a cruise speed of 31 knots and a maximum speed of 36 knots.
  • T40: A performance yacht with twin 480-hp engines, offering a top speed of 34 knots, suitable for both nearshore and offshore cruising.
  • T44 MY: Designed for extended-range cruising, featuring twin Cummins engines and a JetStick steering system, with a cruising speed of 29 knots and a maximum speed of 32 knots.
  • T44 FB: Similar to the T44 MY but with an additional flybridge for enhanced entertainment space.
  • T48 MY: The newest cruiser with a fuller bow design for a softer ride, emphasizing reduced cabin noise and enhanced visibility.
Construction and Design
All models feature Hinckley's DualGuard™ construction, using a composite of Kevlar, E-Glass, and Carbon Fiber for strength and impact resistance. The yachts are designed with a focus on both functionality and aesthetic appeal, incorporating handcrafted elements like teak finishes.
Performance and Innovation
Hinckley yachts are equipped with advanced steering systems like the JetStick, providing precise control and ease of handling. The integration of modern diesel technology ensures speed, responsiveness, and reliability across all models.
Talaria Line
  • Talaria 48: Designed for ease of handling and versatility, featuring jet propulsion and a shallow draft of 32 inches, with a cruising speed of 30 knots and a maximum speed of 35 knots.
  • Talaria 48 Flybridge: Offers additional space for entertaining and commanding views, maintaining the same specifications as the standard Talaria 48.
  • Talaria 55 MK II: A larger, more powerful yacht designed for luxurious entertaining, featuring twin Caterpillar 1150hp engines, with a cruising speed of 29 knots and a top speed of 36 knots.
  • Talaria 55 MK II Flybridge: Includes a second helm platform and additional stateroom configurations, with a cruising speed of 24 knots and a top speed of 31 knots.
Hinckley Service and Commitment
Hinckley provides a lifetime warranty and a network of service centers along the East Coast, ensuring comprehensive support and maintenance for yacht owners. The company emphasizes craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, offering a range of services even to non-owners.
Insurance and Sales
Hinckley collaborates with Triton Insurance to offer custom insurance solutions for yacht owners. Sales offices are located in various locations across the United States, providing easy access to Hinckley services and products.
Conclusion
Hinckley Yachts continues to set the standard in the nautical industry with its innovative designs and commitment to quality. The company's yachts are celebrated for their performance, craftsmanship, and ability to navigate diverse marine environments.
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1-866-HINCKLEY WWW.HINCKLEYYACHTS.COM CORPORATE OFFICE Portsmouth, RI (401) 683-7005 HINCKLEY JETBOATS SALES OFFICES Southwest Harbor, ME (207) 244-5531 • Portsmouth, RI (401) 683-7005 Annapolis, MD (410) 263-0095 • Stuart, FL (772) 403-5387 Naples, FL (239) 300-4995 • Harbor Springs, MI (231) 526-4378 NY-CT (401) 683-7025 • NJ (732) 477-6700 • Chicago (312) 860-9474

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Insure your Hinckley with the same level of care used to build it. The Private Client Group at Chartis offers custom insurance solutions to Hinckley customers, in collaboration with the independent agents at Triton Insurance. To learn more, please contact a Triton representative at 401-619-5500. Chartis is the marketing name for the worldwide property-casualty and general insurance operations of Chartis Inc. Private Client Group is a division of Chartis Inc. Insurance is underwritten by a member company of Chartis Inc., including CHARTIS PROPERTY CASUALTY COMPANY. This is a summary only. It does...

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H THE FIRST HINCKLEY I NC K L E Y P O W E R was a powerboat, built to survive the relent- less pounding dished out by Down East fishing and lobstering. Launched onto the waters of Southwest Harbor, Maine in 1928, it started a tradition that has lasted more than 85 years. Still built in Maine, each new Hinckley, be it a Sou’wester® sailboat or Talaria® powerboat, owes its strength and stamina to this legacy. Yet a new Hinckley is, without question, a 21st Century vessel. Our DualGuard® hulls, waterjet propulsion and patented JetStick® steering controls have radically advanced sea-going safety,...

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A T I M E L I N E O F N A U T I C A L I N N O VAT I O N . 1928 1956 1960 1973 1994 Henry Hinckley Hinckley becomes one The Bermuda 40 is Hinckley is one of After two years of establishes “The Yard” of the first production launched — a masterful the early adopters of tank testing, the in Southwest Harbor, boat builders to union of new fiberglass roller furling headsails Picnic Boat® sprints up Maine, building honest, recognize the virtues of technology with tradi- and mainsails, allowing Somes Sound, making hard-working boats for lightweight fiberglass tional craftsmanship in shorthanded crews...

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I N T H E E I G H T D E C A D E S since “The Yard” was founded, the Hinckley name has come to represent the continual advancement of nautical design and manufacturing. Each new yacht to emerge from our state-ofthe-art facilities in Maine carries with it the Hinckley symbol, Talaria, derived from the wings adorning the ankles of the Roman god, Mercury — a testament to the company’s swift pursuit of superior ideas. 1998 2004 2007 2010 2012 Hinckley introduces The launch of the T55 – Hinckley adds two more Hinckley adds an JetStick, a revolutionary hailed as “the yacht of a locations to its existing...

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J et drives, a JetStick, Kevlar, carbon-fiber and resin-infusion: these are the ingredients that — painstakingly engineered by Hinckley — help produce a level of performance few thought possible in a powerboat. Consider the remarks of Motorboating & Sailing after a spin in a Talaria 44: “Unprecedented performance...an acrobat...makes a U-turn at wide-open throttle in incredibly tight fashion, without a trace of cavitation.” DESIGNED AROUND THE PROPULSION SYSTEM. How Hinckley achieved this new level of performance is simple, yet telling. Unlike other builders who’ve taken conventional boats and...

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P E R F O R M A N C E that’s measured not merely by how fast you travel, but how effortlessly.

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B elow the waterline, a Hinckley’s draft is not much more than that of the average champagne bottle: about 35 inches for a Talaria 55, a mere 25 inches for the Picnic Boat. So, unlike a typical prop-driven boat, a Hinckley can take you places left unexplored by other yachtsmen. Secluded bays. Hidden coves. Pristine beaches.. DESIGNED TO INSTILL QUIET CONFIDENCE. Such remote areas often call for deft maneuvering in tight quarters. Fear not: With our innovative JetStick integrated steering control, you can command the helm with surgical accuracy and intuitive simplicity. Using the unique steering...

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S H A L L O W D R A F T, exploring secluded waters.

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F or two full years, the hull of the Picnic Boat was tested in locations like the waters off Bass Harbor Bar, where northeasterly winds can make for some very rough going. The punishing sea trials proved beyond any doubt the toughness, durability and staunch resiliency of our innovative DualGuard composite hulls. D E S I G N E D T O M A X I M I Z E S T R E N G T H , S T I F F N E S S A N D I M PA C T R E S I S TA N C E . DualGuard is an outer skin of bulletproof Kevlar and E-glass, high performance foam coring, and an inner skin of super-stiff carbon fiber all fused using our patented resin transfer...

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S T R E N G T H tested in the teeth of nor’easters.

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S ome of the first Hinckley yachts ever built are still giving their owners over a half century of service – the brightwork, cabinetry and seaworthiness well intact. It’s a standard that no one associated with Hinckley has dared to diminish. A standard recently described by a respected yachting journal as “flawlessly varnished splendor.” D E S I G N E D T O C E L E B R AT E P E R F E C T I O N . A Hinckley’s cherry, teak, holly and mahogany are hand-selected from the same groves to perfectly match grain, texture and warmth of color. Joinery may be a lost art elsewhere: it is thriving in Southwest...

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C R A F T S M A N S H I P that can stand the test of time.

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T A L A R I A 2 9 C . The T29C is an exquisite center-console yacht that distills Hinckley engineering to its essence: an elegant Bruce King design of shallow draft and DualGuard construction, powered by a Volvo 370-hp diesel and Hamilton jet, all controlled by our patented JetStick. Seating eight, the T29 cruises comfortably, posts a top speed of 33 knots, and offers all the amenities for a perfect day on the water.

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