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Home  /   Boat Plans & Kits Catalog  /  Outboards  /  8', 9' XP8 - monoplane speedboat

XP-8

an 8' or 9' monoplane

Build in PLYWOOD





Characteristics
Length overall 8'-3" or 9'-3"
Beam 4'-0"
Hull depth 14"
Average passengers 1
Hull weight (approx.): 90 lbs.
  • Hull type: Vee bottom monohydroplane developed for sheet plywood planking.
  • Power: Outboard motor to 5 hp.
  • Can the hull be extended or shortened? No. We also do not recommend increasing the beam.

The XP-8 is a high speed monoplane-type hull intended for the best possible speed with the least amount of power. Since speed is the purpose, the cockpit is intended to seat only the person driving the boat. Also, since speed is a function of weight, both the boat and the driver should be as lightweight as possible. As with any small boat intended for high speed, don't use the XP-8 in rough unprotected waters.

The XP-8 can be built in either 8' or 9' lengths from the same Plans and Full Size Patterns. The larger version provides greater carrying capacity. Either hull is simple to construct, whether working from plans or the special Frame Kit. No building forms are required... the plans are especially complete... the instructions include actual photos of the construction of the original prototype... in short, nothing is left to chance. Add it all up and you will find the XP-8 the ideal craft for the beginner who wants an exciting little boat.

Photographs Bill of Materials

    

Item # Image Description Price
61-462
XP8 Plans & Patterns
XP8 Plans & Patterns
$69.00
68-462
XP8 Bronze Fastening Kit
XP8 Bronze Fastening Kit
Includes all the nails & screws to assemble the hull
$163.00
71-462
XP8 Fiberglass Kit
XP8 Fiberglass Kit
Includes Raka Epoxy
$135.00
71-462S3
XP8 Fiberglass Kit - System 3 SilverTip
XP8 Fiberglass Kit - System 3 SilverTip
Includes System Three SilverTip No-Blush Epoxy - best for a bright finish. CANNOT BE SHIPPED OUTSIDE OF THE US.
$259.00
12-430
Boatbuilding with Plywood
Boatbuilding with Plywood
Covers plywood and its use in boatbuilding, especially for the amateur builder.
$39.95
16-100
How to Fiberglass a Boat DVD
How to Fiberglass a Boat DVD
Learn how to fiberglass the easy way, by looking over the shoulder of an expert who is working on actual boats.
$32.95
16-037
How to Fiberglass a Boat Book & DVD Combo
How to Fiberglass a Boat Book & DVD Combo
Save $$$ on this Book & DVD Combination!
$45.00
12-429
Boatbuilder's Notebook-Expanded Second Edition
Boatbuilder's Notebook-Expanded Second Edition
NEW Expanded Second Edition! Spiral bound reference book on a wide variety of boat building subjects
$34.95
06-121
Exposed Drum Steering Kit
Exposed Drum Steering Kit
Steering for smaller boats such as Tiny Titan, Super Spartan, XP8, Pee Wee, Tunnel Mite, Minimaxed & Class Runabouts.
$269.95
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