So I am going to upgrade from a 1436 to a bigger boat. Im gona go with an alweld since theres a dealer in town. For now I have a 20 hp gdlt that im gona put on my new boat until I can find a good deal on a used bigger longtail (25 hp and up)or I might just save up for a long while ang get a 36 pd. There will normally be 2-3 people in the boat, occasionally 4. I have read that alot of times that the 1648 boats wont plane out with 3 ppl, but the longer skinnier boats will. Should I go with a 16, 17, or 18foot with a 44,48 inch bottom etc? Keep in mind that I may have to use my 20 horse for next duck season, but eventually I am going to get a bigger motor. Also what speeds should I expect. Thanks guys

18x48'' alweld will outperform the 16x48'' alweld with 3-4 people all day long.

even with the 20hp longtail. it will step easier and hold the load better.

thank me later.

As DA has staed da 18'x48" is an excellent all around size.

Thanks for the replys. What speeds do yall think I would get with the 1848

It depends on da motor type and HP of da motor. Also depends on how da boat is designed and built.