36 Bennington Owner’s Manual
Performance Factors:
The following factors can affect boat performance dramatically:
Wind Altitude Boat fl oorplan
Location of weight Waves Propeller size
Pontoon dimension Water temperature Engine mount height
Deck dimension Air temperature Type of engine
Wet boat (can add 500 to 1000 lbs) Humidity
Engine horsepower Weight on board
Here are GENERALIZED performance guidelines for pontoon and tri-toon models. Due to the
factors mentioned above, these are only generalizations. Your boats actual performance may differ
from these estimates.
Pontoon with 25” tubes and 8’ 6” beam 90 hp engine 25 mph
Pontoon with lifting strakes 90 hp engine 25 mph +
Tri-toon with lifting strakes 90 hp engine 25 mph +
Tri-toon with lifting strakes 150 hp engine 35 mph
Tri-toon with lifting strakes 200 hp engine 40 mph +
Tips to remember:
Lifting strakes lift the entire boat for increased speed and a dryer ride.
The tri-toon performance package offers superior handling benefi ts.
4-strokes tend to be heavier and may decrease overall speed as much as 2-4 mph.
The Underdeck Waveshield option (pontoons) increases boat handling and enhances ride.
For Performance Bulletins go to: www.benningtonmarine.com
Performance Package Boats:
Some Bennington boats are equipped with the “Performance Package”. The performance package
is designed to deliver extra speed, bouyancy and rough water performance. This option consists of
three 25-inch diameter pontoons with lifting strakes, an aluminum under-deck wave shield, and
hydraulic steering, and increased fuel capacity on select models. Please note below some general
information about the performance package.
Please contact your dealer for additional information.
Note that the complete Performance Package is a factory installed option only.
1. Underdeck Wave Shield:
This feature helps to smooth cruising performance at higher speeds.
The wave shield eliminates the “surging” sensation by preventing
water from hitting the cross channels. This is a very helpful
in rough water.
2. 25-inch tube with Pontoon
Lifting Strakes:
This feature provides additional lift to the boat for increased speed
and a dryer ride.
3. The Third Center Tube:
The third center tube adds extra buoyancy and increases weight
and horsepower capacity. Please read your capacity rating on your
boat.
Bennington Performance Package Option
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