Barrelback 19

SKU:
G-003
$15.00 - $1,150.00
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A 19' or 20' classic double cockpit inboard runabout
Build Your Very Own Near-Replica Chris Craft Custom Runabout Like the One on NCIS For a Fraction of the Cost

For a PDF study plan download, click HERE

Nothing causes aficionados of classic mahogany runabouts to salivate more than the sight of the famous barrel-stern examples built by Chris Craft long ago. For those unfamiliar with the type, the stern is a semi-circular or elliptical like half a barrel, with a lovely seamless blending of the tumble-home topsides into the deck, side to side.

And, this happens to be the design that Jethro on NCIS is building this season! Like Jethro, many have fond memories of this type of boat from their childhood. Now it's your chance to capture those memories by building your own

Of all the half-dozen or so sizes built by Chris Craft, the 19' Custom Runabout model produced between 1939 and 1942 seems to generate the most interest today. Yet with purportedly less than 400 ever produced, any remaining boats given care and restoration trade hands for tens-of-thousands of dollars if at all.

But now you can build your own near-replica with our carefully-detailed Barrelback 19 design for a fraction of the cost and actually end up with a better boat. Beyond its authentic styling is a modern wood-epoxy hull that's honestly easier to build. Unlike old boats that suffer from leaking seams and flexing hulls, ours come out stiff, tight, and strong, yet lightweight.

Our system of double diagonal ply/veneer planking requires no rabbets to cut, no steam bending, no caulked seams, and no lofting, yet looks like the genuine article and is much easier to maintain.

Engine recommendations listed apply to the 19' option. But if you want to use a small block V-8 up to 290 cubic inches, we recommend building the boat at the 20' option included in the plans.

Plans with instructions aimed at the amateur craftsman include all the details along with material listing, fastening schedule, and resource list to help you track down what you need. Also provided are FULL SIZE PATTERNS for the sawn frame and backbone members so lofting is not required.

NOTE: Length option is done by respacing frames proportionately. These procedures are covered in the instructions, and the option comes automatically with the plans - no need to specify on your order.

Can you build your own Mahogany Runabout? Read our article to find out.

Plans with instructions aimed at the amateur craftsman include all the details along with material listing and fastening schedule. Also provided are FULL SIZE PATTERNS for the sawn frame and backbone members so lofting is not required.

Length overall:
19'1"
Length option:
20'1" (20'-1" length recommended if using V8. 265 cu. in. max for 19'-1" length.)
Beam:
6'1"
Draft w/prop:
17"
Freeboard fwd:
2'3"
Freeboard aft:
1'6"
Passengers:
6
Motor type:
4; V6, V8(*)
Motor cu in:
150-265
Fuel capacity:
30 gals.
Hull wgt approx.:
875 lbs.
Cockpit size - L x W - Forward:
2'9"x5'2"
Cockpit size - L x W - Aft:
2'5"x5'2"
Hull Type:
Cold-molded veneers and plywood. Convex vee bottom with flaring sides and barrelback stern.
Power:
Centrally located inboard marine engine or automotive conversion, 150-290 cu. in.
Trailer:
Designed for use with Glen-L Series 2300/2800 boat trailer plans.