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All Theodore 720s are built to 2C survey and below the deck is a deep and complex hollow honeycomb fibreglass stringer system that's rock solid. A lot of fibreglass is used in these boats, which helps reduce running noise coming through the hull and stops the boat being flighty over choppy water. The combination of a solid build and the weight of the Volvo D4 260hp diesel sterndrive at the transom also help the ride. This hull maintains a level-planing attitude and with only minimal leg 'trim out', to raise the bow slightly, it slices through chop and swells effortlessly.
The 260hp Volvo rocketed this almost 3000kg (wet) boat out of the hole and onto the plane, but when the throttle was pulled back the boat stayed on the plane almost down to trolling speed. The helm is very responsive and little effort is needed to throw this boat into full-lock turns even at 30 knots. In calm conditions this boat cruises beautifully at 33 knots pulling 3000rpm. At WOT she hit 40.5 knots at 3500rpm.
LAYOUT
A single Volvo Penta D4 260hp diesel is tucked under the overhanging transom bulkhead. The engine box doesn't intrude into the cockpit too much. It's heavily padded on the inside, providing good soundproofing, and has two cushions on top, which help to further minimise engine noise. There's a handy grab rail between these cushions, so those seated here have something to hold onto if things get a bit rough.
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This boat's gunwales are quite high and offer good security, but they don't cause a problem with rod butts when fishing. These also feature grab rails, so anglers can steady themselves when fighting a fish in big seas. Deep side pockets increase this boat's storage capacity, the batteries are securely stowed in lockers on either side of the transom, the cockpit is self-draining and there's a deck wash at the rear of the port side pocket.
A large bait board with six snapper rod holders sits above the live-bait tank, which can be lifted out to gain access to the steering equipment hidden below.
The helm station is well-laid out and very skipper friendly. It features a single binnacle control and all the good gear—Raymarine C80 GPS, Navman Trackfish 6600, autopilot, VHF, CD stereo, compass, a stainless steel helm, remote for the windlass and a switch panel for bilge pumps, nav lights, accessories... and the list goes on. But these switches need some sort of cover over them, because I kept turning them on accidentally with a forearm when reaching for the radio mike or adjusting the controls on the GPS.
The cabin has a lockable sliding door and is large enough for two anglers to stretch out and spend the night 'on the grounds'.
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The 260hp Volvo rocketed this almost 3000kg (wet) boat out of the hole and onto the plane, but when the throttle was pulled back the boat stayed on the plane almost down to trolling speed. The helm is very responsive and little effort is needed to throw this boat into full-lock turns even at 30 knots. In calm conditions this boat cruises beautifully at 33 knots pulling 3000rpm. At WOT she hit 40.5 knots at 3500rpm.
LAYOUT
A single Volvo Penta D4 260hp diesel is tucked under the overhanging transom bulkhead. The engine box doesn't intrude into the cockpit too much. It's heavily padded on the inside, providing good soundproofing, and has two cushions on top, which help to further minimise engine noise. There's a handy grab rail between these cushions, so those seated here have something to hold onto if things get a bit rough.
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This boat's gunwales are quite high and offer good security, but they don't cause a problem with rod butts when fishing. These also feature grab rails, so anglers can steady themselves when fighting a fish in big seas. Deep side pockets increase this boat's storage capacity, the batteries are securely stowed in lockers on either side of the transom, the cockpit is self-draining and there's a deck wash at the rear of the port side pocket.
A large bait board with six snapper rod holders sits above the live-bait tank, which can be lifted out to gain access to the steering equipment hidden below.
The helm station is well-laid out and very skipper friendly. It features a single binnacle control and all the good gear—Raymarine C80 GPS, Navman Trackfish 6600, autopilot, VHF, CD stereo, compass, a stainless steel helm, remote for the windlass and a switch panel for bilge pumps, nav lights, accessories... and the list goes on. But these switches need some sort of cover over them, because I kept turning them on accidentally with a forearm when reaching for the radio mike or adjusting the controls on the GPS.
The cabin has a lockable sliding door and is large enough for two anglers to stretch out and spend the night 'on the grounds'.
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