The lack of a boat is not an obstacle to successful fishing. And not every fan of this type of leisure can afford such an expensive “toy”. However, if you have a boat, fishing efficiency increases several times. Therefore, if you still decide to purchase a boat, you need to choose the most convenient and reliable option with good driving characteristics and reasonable price parameters. Among the most popular and sought-after models, the Sibiryachka boat is the best combination of price and quality.
History of creation
The boat "Sibiryachka" was designed and manufactured by the Novosibirsk Aviation and Industrial Association (NAPO) named after Chkalov in 1989. This model was developed by order of a sponsored fishing state farm, which asked to provide the economy with simple, easy-to-use, universal (for motor and oars) boats. Customers are satisfied. By adjusting the drawings taking into account the wishes and comments of users, the association launched this model into mass production. As boat production continues to this day, it’s quite possible to buy a new model.
It should be remembered that because of its popularity, the Sibiryachka boat was repeatedly faked, therefore, when buying, you must necessarily require all the necessary documents for it so as not to become a victim of fraud.
Model benefits
"Sibiryachka" refers to the class of rowing-motor boats. This is the first model of this class, completely made of duralumin. If you compare it with boats of this type made of veneer or fiberglass, you can see that with the same capacity and cost, the aluminum boat Sibiryachka has the following advantages:
- She weighs significantly less.
- There is enough space for luggage.
- It differs by more successful contours, both on oars and when using the motor.
In addition, in the Sibiryachka boat, according to reviews, the seats for passengers are located much more conveniently than in other models of this class.
If veneered boats wear out after intensive use after a couple of years, then the life of Sibiryachki with proper care can be twenty years, that is, ten times longer.
Design features of the boat
The central part of the stern can of the Sibiryachka boat can be opened. There you can put a tank of fuel, tools and so on. The nasal can is also made opening. It is convenient to pack backpacks, various tourist or fishing equipment there.
Banks are covered with planks of wood. From the same rails made lattice removable flooring at the bottom of the boat - stern and bow. They are designed to improve the thermal insulation of the boat and provide a more comfortable stay in it.
The speed of the Sibiryachki equipped with the Veterok engine, with one driver on board, can exceed thirty kilometers per hour. If there are two passengers on board, the boat moves at a speed close to gliding. When fully loaded, the speed does not exceed fifteen kilometers per hour.
The model has good stability. At steep turns, its roll becomes noticeable, but dangerous inclines are not observed even at high speed and at full load.
The bottom of this model is flat keeled. With excitement, significant loads fall on it. However, the excitement up to half a meter "Sibiryachka" withstands very confident. In the bow under the deck, under the middle can and under the can at the stern there are buoyancy blocks made of expandable polystyrene, which guarantee its unsinkability. During testing, the boat was loaded with steel ballast, and it did not sink with a weight of 95 kg of ballast on board. The model is equipped with special handles for carrying and mooring. High-strength enamel is applied to paint the vessel, on top of which a layer of waterproof varnish is applied. Factory warranty for painting is one and a half years.
Model flaws
With all the advantages, Sibiryachka is not without some drawbacks. There are very few of them, but you need to know about them when deciding on the acquisition of this model.
- An empty boat with rear centering (when the driver is aft next to the outboard motor) is hard to plan.
- The unsuccessful design of the frames leads over time to the appearance of cracks on the bottom.
However, modern models have a more successful design and the listed disadvantages in them are not so noticeable.
Technical characteristics of the boat "Sibiryachka"
With a length of 427 cm and a width of 127 cm, the total weight of the boat with all the equipment is 83 kg. The average height of the sides above the water is on average about half a meter. The boat's carrying capacity is 300 kg. It can accommodate up to four passengers.
The power of the motor used on the boat should not exceed twelve horsepower.
The maximum distance from the coast on which the boat can be used is up to one and a half kilometers.
New design developments
Currently developed and put into production new models under the general name "Siberian":
- The boat "Sibiryachka-mini-1" is a collapsible cartop boat 260 cm long.
- The second model is also a non-separable cart-boat with a length of 340 cm, but designed for the use of a motor of two horsepower.
- The third model is the Oblok. This folding boat for two people has a length of 300 cm and weighs 36 kg. Folded compact, looks like a package.
- "Sibiryachka-mini-collapsible" - a two-seater boat, consisting of three sections that can be used under a five horsepower engine. The weight of the model with the equipment is forty kilograms. There are four build options for this boat. When folded, it easily fits on the roof or in the trunk of a car.
In modern conditions, when the operation of large motor boats for many owners has become economically disadvantageous, mini-boats are the best option for an easy, economical outboard boat, which is in great demand among fishermen, hunters and rural residents.
In addition, Sibiryachka boats are in great demand at tourist centers, rental points and fishing farms. Having an affordable price, these boats are appreciated by consumers for maneuverability, reliability, durability and practicality in use.
Boats of this type due to their low weight are successfully used in shallow water, so they are indispensable for fishing in small ponds. They are convenient to transport. All this makes Sibiryachka one of the most sought-after models of powerboats.