INTRODUCTION
CAPACITY PLATE
If your boat is less than 20 feet (6.1 m) long, the U.S.
Coast Guard requires that the manufacturer install a
capacity plate stating the maxi-mum load in pounds
(persons and gear) the boat can carry safely under normal
conditions and the motor’s maximum horsepower. The
U.S. Coast Guard establishes these load capacity ratings.
You, the operator, are responsible for using common
sense and sound judgment when loading your boat. Give
yourself an added margin for safety in turbulent waters.
Pontoon boats tend to remain stable under most operating
conditions. Whether you own a pontoon boat or a deck-
boat, remember that overloading and improper distribution
of weight are significant causes of accidents. Keep weight
below maximum limits for safety in turbulent waters.
Overloading is a violation of U.S. Coast Guard regulations.
Do not exceed your boat’s capacity rating. An
overpowered boat can become unstable, resulting in a
loss of control or capsizing. An over-loaded boat can
become hard to handle. Overloading can also reduce
freeboard and increase the danger of flooding or
swamping, particularly in rough water.
IMPORTANT: Your Lund warranty will be void if you
exceed the recommended capacity horsepower rating.
https://www.boat-manuals.com/lund/
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