Q1：
Do pontoon boats go fast?
A1：
Pontoon boats deservedly got a reputation for being slow, clunky, and hard to maneuver. But all that is in the past as manufacturers have designed modern pontoons with performance and handling in mind. Hitting 25 mph in a pontoon was once considered speedy. But today, even the typical off-the-lot pontoon can reach nearly twice that speed. Some high-performance pontoons can even eclipse 100 mph! While still not typically an option for advanced watersports competitors, pontoon boats are undoubtedly capable of the speeds needed for recreational sports.
Q2:
Do pontoon boats have inboard or outboard motors?
A2:
Outboards are by far the most commonly used motors on pontoon boats. While pontoons can have inboard motors, there isn’t a big market for them.
Q3:
What is the difference in a pontoon and a tritoon?
A3:
What makes a pontoon boat a pontoon boat are the two equal-sized, air-filled tubes that run lengthwise along each side of the boat (called pontoons). A trioon is just a pontoon with a third tube. The tritoon’s central tube generally sits lower or is slightly larger in diameter than the outboard tubes. There are many factors to weigh when considering the purchase of a tritoon over a pontoon
Tritoon Advantages:
1. Safety - Tritoons are safer because they are more stable at higher speeds and in rough or choppy water.
2. Smoothness - You get a smooth ride similar to that of a v-hulled boat but with the stability of a pontoon.
3. Performance - Larger and more stable, tritoons handle larger motors and are more suitable for higher-performance watersports.
Tritoon Disadvantages:
Cost - Tritoons are significantly more expensive, costing as much as 75% more than a pontoon.
Size - The average tritoon is much larger. Consider the additional size when docking, storing, or trailering your boat.
Skill - If you plan to take advantage of the larger engines and higher performance, it will require more skill to operate.
Calm water - If you’re simply planning on slow cruising on gentle waters, you’re essentially paying a premium price without seeing any of the benefits of a tritoon.
