11 Foot (3.53 m) Plywood Flat Bottom Work Boat

55,00 $

Length overall: 11′ 6″ (3.53 m)
Beam overall: 5′ 4″(1.64 m)
Cockpit floor: 4′ 10″ x 3′ 5″ (1.49 m x 1,05m)
Hull type: Flat Bottom
Estimated hull weight: 309 lbs (140 kg), without engine
Design category C: max 2 persons
Design category D: max 3 persons
Fuel capacity: portable fuel tank
Transom height: L – 20″ (508 mm)
Recommended outboard engine: 15–30 HP

Description

11 Foot (3.53 m) Plywood Flat Bottom Work Boat

The 11 Foot Plywood Flat Bottom Work Boat is a compact and highly practical small utility boat designed for calm waters, light transport, fishing, and everyday work use. Its flat-bottom hull provides excellent stability at rest and a simple hull shape that is easy to build and easy to use.

With a wide beam of 5′ 4″ (1.64 m) and a practical cockpit floor layout, this boat offers useful working space for a hull of this size. It is designed for 15–30 HP outboard engines with a 20″ long-shaft transom, making it a capable option for users who need a compact but functional plywood work boat.

Main Features

Compact flat-bottom plywood utility boat
Stable hull for inland and sheltered waters
Practical layout for fishing, transport, and work use
Designed for 15–30 HP long-shaft outboards
Portable fuel tank system
DIY-friendly stitch-and-glue construction

Technical Specifications

Length overall: 11′ 6″ (3.53 m)
Beam overall: 5′ 4″ (1.64 m)
Cockpit floor: 4′ 10″ x 3′ 5″ (1.49 m x 1.05 m)
Hull type: flat bottom
Estimated hull weight: 309 lbs (140 kg), without engine
Design category C: maximum 2 persons
Design category D: maximum 3 persons
Fuel capacity: portable fuel tank
Transom height: 20″ (508 mm) – long shaft (L)
Recommended outboard engine: 15–30 HP

Construction Method

The boat is designed for plywood and timber stitch-and-glue construction, a method that combines strength, low hull weight, and a straightforward build process. This makes the project suitable for home builders who want a practical small work boat without overly complicated structure or tooling requirements.

Its beginner-friendly layout makes it especially suitable for first-time builders working in a garage, home workshop, or small fabrication space.