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Vanguard 170

Vanguard 170
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LOA Beam Hull Weight Maximum 60 hp Long shaft outboard Design Speed Max design speed 28 knots Optimum design speed 17 knots Performance Indicator 20 knots 26 knots 28 knots Hull, deck and ancillary mouldings are constructed in hand lay-up GRP Isophthalic resin is used in the hull which is stiffened . below the waterline by a GRP girder system. Woven rovings and other high strength materials are used in the high stress areas to enhance rigidity. The one piece deck moulding is of sandwich construction using structural foam to stiffen the walking areas. The deck is bonded to the hull and girder system and additionally mechanically fastened in the gunwhale area.

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The Vanguard 170 is the ideal family day boat for trips up the harbour with enough space for family, friends and even the dog! It can be easily trailed behind a family car and launching and retrieval is reassuringly simple and hassle free. The Nelson influenced hull with its deep forefoot and modified V sections ensures a dry comfortable ride whilst the easily driven lines provide impressive and economical performance. “It doesn’t just look smart but it feels smart too.” Motor Boat Monthly Magazine • Spacious cockpit with underfloor stowage lockers • Quality GRP construction for long life...

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DECK FITTINGS Heavy duty ‘D’ section rubber fendering with stainless steel end caps, stainless steel bow roller, stainless steel mooring cleat and fairleads in foredeck, stainless steel bow eye, stainless steel midships and aft mooring cleats with hawsers and anti-chafe strips, folding stainless steel fender eyelets, stainless steel stern rails/backrests, co-pilot grab handle with flush mounted storage bin, stainless steel folding boarding ladder with integrated grab handle, stainless steel protective transom capping, stainless steel tow eyes in transom, stainless steel rod holders in...

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VANGUARD ST PACKAGE In addition to standard specification VANGUARD HT PACKAGE In addition to standard specification • Moulded GRP cuddy with tinted bonded windows and gas assisted opening fore-hatch for easy mooring access • Stainless steel grab handle running forward along the cuddy roof and across rear section for use when standing • Navigations lights with folding anchor pole light • Acrylic burgundy cockpit cover for use when at rest either afloat ashore or when towing • Acrylic windshield mounted on the console • Navigation lights with removable anchor light pole mounted on the console...

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