Marine Boats Industry to reduce Petroleum-Based Plastics in Outboard Motor Packaging
By Combining Biodegradable Green Planet™ Shipping Material With Specially Shaped Corrugated Cardboard, Evinrude, Honda, Mercury, Suzuki Tohatsu, Torqeedo, Yamaha Outboards Will Be Protected While Protecting The Environment.
Marine Outboard Motor SG announced today that outboard motors will soon arrive from Evinrude, Honda, Mercury, Suzuki Tohatsu, Torqeedo, Yamaha Motor Company in specialized packaging developed to significantly reduce overall waste and the use of petroleum-based plastics.
This will be achieved through two important changes: First, Outboard Motor is replacing traditional polystyrene foam packing material with Green Planet™, a biodegradable polymer developed by Kaneka Corporation that is easily decomposable in seawater and is made from 100-percent biomass-derived polymers.
Marine Industry News on Jul 14, 2023 8:02:14 AM
The TRACKER® PRO GUIDE™ V-16 SC combines a wide-open cockpit layout with Deep V performance, creating an agile, easy-to-own package that will please any angler from the northern wilds to the sizzling south.
Backed by the TRACKER PROMISE—the best factory warranty in aluminum boats—the PRO GUIDE V-16 SC is a versatile and comfortable boat that's ready to chase everything from walleye to bass, pike to catfish. The easy-to-clean vinyl floor, three movable fishing chairs and big storage make it extremely fishing friendly.
Length: 16 ft. 6 in.
Beam: 7 ft. 4 in.
Bottom Width: 5 ft. 10 in.
Max. Recommended HP: 90 HP
Fuel Capacity (Portable): 25.5 gal.
Max. Person Capacity: 5 persons
Max. Person Weight: 655 lb.
Max. Person, Motor & Gear Weight: 1200 lb.
Interior Depth: 25.5 in.
Transom Height: 21 in.
Deadrise At Bow: 35 degrees
Deadrise At Transom: 20 degrees
Hull Material: 0.100 5052 marine alloy
Average Dry Weight: 1170 lb.
Average Package Weight: 2535 lb.
Package Height: 6 ft. 8 in.
Package Width: 7 ft. 6 in.
Towing Length: 22 ft. 1 in.
Storage Length (W/Outboard Trimmed Down): 19 ft. 10 in.
Backed by the TRACKER® PROMISE—the best factory warranty in aluminum boats
Limited lifetime hull warranty
NMMA® certified
Flotation meets or exceeds NMMA® & U.S. Coast Guard requirements
Easy-fill EPA-compliant fuel tank
Bow & stern eyes
6 flip-up cleats including 2 midship cleats
Motor-stop safety lanyard
Fire extinguisher
Horn
Paddle
Bow 23 gal. (87.06 L), 40 in. (1.02 m) aerated livewell w/divider, removable bait bucket, timer, recirculator & pump out system
500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) aerator/fill pump
500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) recirculating pump
Molded 1 piece construction w/rounded corners for easy cleanup & to protect your catch
Adjustable aerator heads for maximum water control
Thru bolted trolling motor mount for durability
Minn Kota® PowerDrive™ 12V, 42-lb. (19.05 kg) thrust, 54 in. (1.37 m) shaft, foot-control trolling motor
Lowrance® HOOK2 4x swivel color fishfinder w/Bullet transducer
Single-cable, no-feedback rotary steering
Sleek fiberglass-reinforced console top w/tinted windscreen & built-in drink holder
Forward-console tackle box storage w/bungee cord
Illuminated multifunction tachometer/trim gauge & speedometer/fuel gauge
Toggle switches
Black Metallic instrument & switch panel
Mercury® control box
Stardust console color
Elevated bow & aft fishing decks w/large bow storage lids for easier access
6 pedestal seat base locations
1 movable driver/fishing seat w/sliding base adjustment plus 2 movable fishing seats, all w/360°-swivel & lock, folding w/sturdy 2-3/8" (6.03 cm) seat pedestals
Carpeted trolling motor deck w/drink holder
2 bow storage compartments
Starboard below-console storage w/lockable angled footrest
2 deep top-loading lockable boxes in the cockpit sides for rods/gear to 8 in. (2.44 m)
Port deck rod hold-down straps
Aft center deck step w/lockable storage
Exclusive VERSATRACK® accessory-mounting channel in gunnels
16-oz. (.45 kg) marine-grade, fishing-friendly carpet on decks & trim
Low-maintenance commercial-grade, chemical-resistant vinyl cockpit floor
Deep deadrise & reversed chines for a smoother, drier ride & better overall performance
Pressed-in strakes for optimal performance
Factory-matched, performance-tested propeller
800 GPH (3,028.33 LPH) bilge pump
Stowable navigation lights w/LED courtesy light at bow
Bow courtesy light
2 battery trays
Interstate® batteries: 1 cranking & 1 trolling
Console-mounted 12V outlet
Wiring system wrapped in abrasion-resistant protective conduit
800 GPH (3,028.33 LPH) bilge pump
Stowable navigation lights w/LED courtesy light at bow
Bow & console courtesy lights
2-bank battery charger
2 battery trays
Interstate® batteries: 1 cranking & 1 trolling
12V trolling motor harness & receptacle
Bow panel w/trolling motor receptacle & motor tilt switch
Wiring system wrapped in abrasion-resistant protective conduit
Custom-fit, single-axle trailer powdercoated w/GALVASHIELD® Impact corrosion & chip protection for improved durability
Chrome wheels & matching hub covers w/13 in. (33.02 cm) radial tires
Hubs designed for quick & easy hub lubrication
Space-saving swing-away tongue to reduce storage length
Pivot-up locking jack w/swivel wheel
Heavy-duty winch w/nylon strap & bow safety strap
Outboard motor support to reduce hull & transom stress while towing
Heavy-duty upright load guides for easy, centered loading
Carpeted bunks & fender boards to protect hull
Submersible LED lighting
Nylon tie-down straps (supplied w/boat package)
Safety cables
Length Overall |
16 ft. 6 in. |
Beam |
7 ft. 4 in. |
Dry Weight |
1170 lb. |
Max Person Capacity |
5 persons |
Fuel Capacity |
25.5 gal. |
Max Carry Load |
655 lb. |