Marlin Iii Hovercraft

THE MARLIN III PERSONAL HOVERCRAFT DIRECT FROM THE MANUFACTURER(comes with 3 months return to base warranty)£8000 +VATThe Marlin range is the most popular recreational hovercraft in the world, and for good reason. First is its unsurpassed reliability, the Marlin is the only modern small hovercraft to have crossed the English Channel and its done so three times, in both directions! Marlin owners know they can take their hovercraft to the most remote locations, cruising along for hundreds of miles with total peace of mind.Unlike most commercially manufactured hovercraft, the Marlin uses a FOUR stroke engine, four stroke hovercraft are the way of the future. They always start with ease, they use a fraction of the fuel, they're immensely quieter, they have far few emissions, quieter, cleaner, far more reliable, and a fraction of the fuel consumption means a better hovercraft experience for everyone.The strong yet lightweight hull features a composite construction with Kevlar bottom reinforcement for the best possible protection with very little weight. All fittings are marine quality and designed for a harsh salt-water environment.

Superb floatation characteristics keep the Marlin floating like a cork, making it a great platform for fishing hard to reach areas or thin, broken ice. Best of all, its simple and fun to drive. Most people are driving it easily within 10 minutes! A comfortable, roomy interior provides seating for 3 people plus floor space for camping gear, fishing equipment, or anything else you may want to bring along.The Marlin is all a bout versatility, use it to explore areas nothing else can reach. Go watch some natural wildlife on a shallow river.

Take it fishing and not worry a bout the tides. Or, use it for year-round transportation to an island getaway.Description: UsedColour: Black & OrangeCapacity 2-3 person Fuel Consumption 1.5-2 gallons/hour1 owner from newYear of manufacture 2015 Marlin III Specification: Hull construction- Glass reinforced plastic fiberglass with core materials/ Kevlar reinforcement. Protection - Aluminum skid plates, perimeter aluminum strip , Kevlar bottom.Fan protection- 2"/50mm guard to front of duct.Dry Weight- Approximate 460lbs depending on spec.Payload - Up to 550lbs on land or when traveling over water without needing to stop. Maximum water start/hump capability is approximate 400lbsSeating - Padded seating in 'T' shape arrangement for two/three persons. Clip-in rear 'bench' seat can be removed to provide deck storage space .Steering - Handle bars with brake lever style throttle controlLength- 10'9"/4.3m Width- 6'2"/2.10mHeight- 4'6"/1.5m (off cushion) 5'10"/1.75m (on cushion)Thrust Engine- Hoverized and upgraded Briggs & Stratton Van guard air-cooled, V-Twin engine modified to Hi-Torque "Rampage" specification as standard.Starting- Electric turn keyEngine Max Revs- Static 3800rpmFlotation/Buoyancy- Floats and starts on water, positively buoyant if swamped.Noise- 75dbA (25m) at cruising speed.

Maximum 83dbA at full power (loudest possible reading) Fuel Capacity - 6 Gallons/35 litres in removable tank.Range- Approximate 100miles/ 160kms, depending on conditions.Maximum Speed- Approximate 45mph/70km/h depending on surface/wind/load .Cruising Speed- Approximate 28mph/45km/h depending on surface/win d/load .Skirt- Neoprene coated nylon in 53 replaceable segments.Fan- Six Blades, 940mm duct, 120m/s p speed.Flow straighteners- 7 concentric, give extra thrust & fan protection.Lights-Two headlights, yellow beacon, navigationBattery- Standard 12v lead acidElectrical System- Marine grade wiring and controls.Standard Fittings- Passenger grab handles, towing eye, mooring cleats.Instruments - Hour meter standard & speedometer Water Ingress - Two drain plugs to empty interior, high capacity bilge pump.Strengthened load points - Handles, tow eyes, cleats, frame, steering etc.Storage -Dry under seat storage w/ removable rear seat to provide extra deck area. Engine/Fan frame/Exhaust/transmission- All saltwater ready with stainless steel and aluminum on most components.Battery isolator fittedThis Marlin III hovercraft came to us at BHC and we have used the hovercraft for approximately 5 hours in the 4 months we have owned her and now she is surplus to requirements, fitted with a bespoke skirt, beautiful colour combination, new style graphics and a 50HP "Rampage" Briggs and Stratton engine it has ample power to make it a spiritedly quick craft. Once the current social situation passes we are happy to hold demonstrations for interested potential buyers but in the meantime we can answer all questions via email or phone call. Sale is for a Marlin III hovercraft only, trailer can be supplied at extra, enquire for price... Contact our team,The British Hovercraft CompanyBuilding 4Sandwich Industrial EstateSandwichKentCT13 9LU+44 (0)phone+44 (0)7496 email