Jon Boats for sale in Eugene, Oregon (2024)

FAQs

What are the disadvantages of a jon boat? ›

Another disadvantage of jon boats relates to that flat hull. Sure, it gives the boat a shallow draft, maximizes stability, and doesn't need much power to plane. However, a flat bottom often equates to a bumpy, wet ride when there are waves.

Aluminum is similar to steel when it comes to durability and strength. However, this material weighs less, and as a result, it navigates faster on water. It is also fuel-efficient and corrosion-resistant. If maintained properly, a good aluminum boat can last for 30-40 years.

The max rated horsepower for most 14' boats is 15hp unless they are the wider ones. I have a 1452 with a 25 that is great. Also have a 1436 that does well with an 8hp but rated up to an 15 and would be very dangerous with a 25.

While a deep V boat can't take you as far into shallow waters or stay as stable in calm waters as a flat bottom boat, they deal with choppy water far better than flat bottoms. In addition to having what it takes to brave choppy waters, a deep V boat will keep you much drier.

History of Jon Boats

The name seems to have derived from a pejorative term in that they were originally referred to as "Ozark John Boats." The name was eventually compressed into Jon boat, which it remains today.

If you are looking to take your boat for a leisurely day out with a box of beverages and friends for the company, then a flat bottom is highly recommended. The little to zero deadrise offers more stability in shallow waters.

That, along with other metals that are in contact with your boat create the perfect storm for corrosion to occur. These chemicals exist to varying degrees in brackish and freshwater too, making an aluminum boat kept on the water vulnerable as well. And of course, the presence of oxygen makes it possible.

Good GRP hulls can also last a lifetime – and without any special treatment. Many fibreglass yachts built 60 years ago are still happily cruising the world's oceans today and the materials we use in our Sirius hulls are much stronger and longer-lasting than the basic GRP that those boats were built with.

Jon Boat: Basics

They are small, no longer than 20 feet, and sometimes as short as 8 feet. They have a small capacity, with seating for five or fewer people. They are lightweight.

What's the widest Jon boat? ›

SeaArk is well known for creating the World's Largest Jon Boat in 1994 at 24 feet long and 72” wide. It has since upped the ante by creating a 26-foot jon boat. In addition to toting the title of World's Largest Jon Boat, SeaArk Boats can also claim the title of the #1 Catfishing Boat.

The oldest boat was built in 2024 and the newest model is 2025. The starting price is $3,185, the most expensive is $3,995, and the average price of $3,499.

15 - 25 hp (36kg-52kg)

This hp range is quite popular for use with inflatable boats 10-14ft, aluminium fishing boats 12-16ft, jon boats 12-16ft in length, fibreglass boats 12-16ft in length. These hulls typically require a 15” short shaft length but may require a 20” shaft length as you approach 16ft in length.

Jon Boats are available in a range of sizes with typical common lengths around 12'2” (3.7 m), widths of 4'3” (1.3 m), depths of around 2' (. 61 m). Jon Boats are flat-bottomed boats with two or three bench seats ideal for fishing, hunting, or civilian protection during floods.

The 14' 1432 Series Jon Boat is the ultimate small fishing boat. The five year factory warranty shows how much stronger these jon boats are over the competition. You will also appreciate the light weight when you slip the boat into the back of your truck and when you hit the gas on your motor.

Aluminum makes a racket out on the water! Water slapping against the hull is going to cause much more noise than with other hull materials. Applying an anti-fouling agent on aluminum is a bit harder than fiberglass, thus resulting in more expense. It can also make boat maintenance in Fort Lauderdale, FL harder.

Jon Boat: Advantages

You can tow a jon boat with pretty much any car, so you don't need to buy a full-sized pickup just to transport your fishing boat. In fact, some smaller jon boats can even be transported in a truck bed or on a roof rack, negating the need for a trailer entirely. Jon boats are also easy to propel.

Jon Boats: Rugged, Durable, and Built to Last.