Basic Information
- Builder:
- MERRITT BOAT WORKS
- Category:
- Sport Fisherman
- Model Year:
- 1978
- Year Built:
- 1978
- Country:
- United States
Dimensions
- LOA:
- 53' (16.15mm)
- Beam:
- 16.41
- Max Draft:
- 3' 6" (1.07mm)
Speed, Capacities and Weight
- Cruise Speed:
- 27.5 Knots Kts. (32 MPH)
- Max Speed:
- 33 Knots Kts. (38 MPH)
- Water Capacity:
- 150 Gallons
- Fuel Capacity:
- 880 Gallons
Hull and Deck Information
- Hull Material:
- Wood
Engine Information
- Engines:
- 2
- Manufacturer:
- MAN
- Engine Type:
- Inboard
- Fuel Type:
- Diesel
Overview
Major refit in 2014-2019 on this classic Merritt sportfish including new tower, new electronics, complete paint job, new teak covering boards, new interior, new generator and new teak deck. OLD SCHOOL is a fabulous fishing machine that cruises at 27.5 knots at 1950 RPMs while using 50 gallons per hour; top speed of 33 knots.