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Bar Crusher - a company built on innovation and quality... Thanks for picking up this Bar Crusher buyer’s guide to research your next boat. When you start the process of looking for a new boat, you’ll quickly realise there are so many brands and models from which to choose. Every boat showroom is full of flashy boats and salespeople making big promises. A few of these boats are exceptionally well built and perform beautifully, while others are designed and built to a lesser standard and perform very poorly. There is nothing more disappointing than investing in a new boat and later discovering your ‘pride and joy’ is hard riding, broaches when running down the front of a wave, or simply isn’t suitable for its intended use. We assume you’ve been drawn to Bar Crusher because you like the Bar Crusher concept, or you may have heard of our boats and unequalled reputation. We hope this guide will assist with your research so you can make informed decisions and develop a better understanding of boat design, build quality and overall performance. Ultimately, it’s our aim to ensure you choose the best boat that’s going to give you, your family and your friends many fantastic days on the water.
Remember... ALL aluminium boats perform well in the showroom... very few perform well in 20 knots of breeze and a metre wind chop.
CHECK LIST when RESEARCHING a new boat... 1.
It must be engineered to be very strong and durable
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It must slice through wind chop without pounding
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It must be stable at rest
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It must safely handle a following sea when running down a wave
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It must be designed and built to minimise maintenance
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It must be comfortable and functional to fish from
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It must be easy to launch and retrieve
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It must be easy to store
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It should come loaded with features as standard
10. It must give you confidence on the water 11. It must have at least a five-year hull warranty
Let us assist you with your research as we introduce you to the world of Bar Crusher...
Welcome to the world of Bar Crusher
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Premium Quality... everything s done right at Bar Crusher Have you ever looked at something closely in a shop or dealership and walked away feeling it was well designed and beautifully made? Have you ever asked yourself what gave you that feeling? That sense of premium quality is a combination of things. It’s about clever, innovative design. Neat workmanship. Careful fit. Thoughtful layout. A feeling the manufacturer has an interest in you and how you will use the product. Sometimes it’s the little things like the sound that’s made when you close the door of a BMW or Mercedes Benz car. Positive. Firm. Superb engineering. Well thought-out. Think of the contrast here with the way a door shuts on the cheapest car on the market. Tinnie, noisy, lightweight, poor fit. It sounds cheap. It has been designed in the hope you won’t look too closely and probably won’t care. The same principle applies with trailer boats. There are very high-quality boats on the market and there are very poor-quality boats – and everything in between. Beware of big claims in glossy brochures and appreciate that a high price tag is no indicator of good quality and performance. Some boats are built to an ordinary standard, are hard riding and are prone to serious broaching. If you have any doubts... before you buy a boat, take it out on the water in a metre of wind chop and put it to the test!
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There are no short cuts in producing quality aluminium boats. As a buyer, you need to know some very important facts about good boat design and construction to be able to ask the right questions and ensure you buy the best performing boat for your money.
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A true ‘plate aluminium’ boat... This section discusses the definition of a plate aluminium boat and how it relates to your purchasing decision. Be careful: there are some manufacturers who enjoy the confusion surrounding the definition of a ‘plate boat’. Most people perceive a plate boat to be a heavily-built aluminium boat and therefore more durable. There will always be opportunists who try to pass-off lightly-built aluminium boats as plate boats. Technically, aluminium plate is 6mm aluminium alloy plate and thicker. However, few trailer boats are built from 6mm aluminium these days as it’s very heavy, quite expensive, and doesn’t provide any great advantage in terms of strength over 4mm and 5mm material.
The best definition of a ‘plate boat’ is a boat that’s built using a properly constructed sub-floor frame; heavy-gauge, high-tensile aluminium cut from flat plate and has a welded-in aluminium floor.
Now for a boat-building lesson... If a boat is to be used in a metre or more of wind chop on bays or in swell offshore, it will be subjected to tremendous forces that will stress the hull. To withstand these stresses, the hull needs to be properly designed and well braced and stiffened so it won’t excessively flex. Excessive flex causes fatigue cracking which means the boat will start to crack around the welds, split and, ultimately, fail. Well-built boats can withstand these forces, while lightly-built boats can fail. Think about what happens when you bend an empty aluminium can to and fro. Yes, that’s right... it cracks, splits and tears! This is exactly what can happen to a lightly-built aluminium boat if stressed by running through waves on windy days.
There are essentially two types of aluminium boat-building techniques used in Australia. 1. Pressed sheet ‘tinnie’ construction (great for smaller boats that will be used in calmer waters such as rivers, lakes, estuaries and bays on calm days) 2. ‘Plate’ construction (great for bigger boats over 5m in length that will be used for bay, coastal and offshore boating)
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1. Let’s look at typical tinnie construction Around 60 years ago manufacturers started experimenting with very thin-gauge aluminium to build small roof-topper dinghies. These first ‘tinnies’ were often riveted together and were a great improvement over alternative construction materials of the day.
This design often relies upon plywood flooring to brace the hull. Typically, a piece of marine ply, covered with carpet, is fitted as a floor and held in position with a few tabs welded to the ribs or a few self-tapping screws. Often, plastic mouldings are then used to fit out the dashboard, side pockets and cabin areas.
Today, manufacturers who use the tinnie construction method have also attempted to build larger boats. These boats, however, don’t have the strength and durability of a plate boat.
This method is great for mass production of trailler boats.
The tinnie method involves using an aluminium alloy with a softer temper that allows the aluminium to be easily pressed into shape. (Often cut from coils of aluminium rather than from flat plate.) This softer material is typically pressed in a brake press to give the sides of the hull that distinctive ‘clinker’ look, which adds strength. Some manufacturers now choose not to press the hull sides, to give the impression the boat is a plate boat. Flat sides don’t turn a tinnie into a plate boat and, in fact, will significantly reduce the vessel’s overall strength if the framing is inadequate. The next step involves inserting the bottom, side and deck material into slotted extrusions around the gunwale, chine and keel. The whole structure is then stitchwelded together or welded along the extrusions. A number of ribs are then welded between the extrusions (down the sides and under the floor), in an attempt to give the structure some strength.
The tinnie method is great for smaller boats which are to be used in calmer conditions, but it simply can’t provide the durability of the Bar Crusher style plate aluminium hull.
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2. Let’s look at the plate boat Plate boats should be built using a proper sub-floor structure, as opposed to just a few ribs. Such boats draw great strength from a sub-floor frame that supports, braces and stiffens the hull. (Bar Crusher uses RigideckTM – the toughest sub-floor system in the world.) Good plate boats also have full aluminium floors for further bracing. (Again, RigideckTM provides a super-strong and durable tread-plate floor.) Plate boats don’t have ribs around the inside of the hull, as they use the strength of the sub-floor and the hull structure itself to support the sides of the boat. If you can see ribs or extrusion frames running down the sides under the side decks, it’s a dead giveaway the boat is built using the tinnie construction method, rather than true plate boat construction. Plate boat builders usually use a much stiffer, harder, higher temper material cut from thick plates of high-tensile aluminium, rather than low-tensile, soft, coiled material as used in tinnies. (The lower temper coiled material, although easier to form, press and bend, can fatigue and crack more easily than hightensile material.) Bar Crusher hulls are super-stiff and are built using the true plate boat design and construction method. The unique RigideckTM system provides a solid sub-floor frame that supports the entire hull structure of the boat. There are no ribs (pieces of extrusion) welded down the insides. Just a nice clean interior and super-strong hull with almost zero flex.
Bar Crusher has never had a structural hull failure. Not one! That’s ’ quite a record... ®
The Bar Crusher philosophy... The challenge is to build a boat so well braced that deflection under stress is virtually eliminated. Bar Crusher boats, like aircraft, are built to withstand extreme forces. More on sub- FLoor framing systems... There are two typical sub-floor systems used to build plate aluminium boats. A. The way just about every other manufacturer builds plate boats B. The way Bar Crusher builds a plate boat using RigideckTM
A. The way just about every other manufacturer builds plate boats (cross-frames and flat bar) Many plate boats use cross-frames and flat bar to strengthen the hull structure. This technique involves the placement of a number of frames running across the hull set at varying distances. Between the cross-frames, flat bar (typically 50mm x 6mm) is often stitch-welded to the bottom plate. This system is commonly used in the construction of many other plate boats in Australia. If the cross-frames are situated too far apart, the bottom plate of the boat can deflect and deform. The flat bar provides some strength, but it needs to be braced properly to minimise deflection.
B. The way Bar Crusher builds a plate boat using RigideckTM (full-depth, full-length longitudinal frames, fully-braced in all directions, boxed and triangulated) Bar Crusher’s RigideckTM system is the toughest hull building system in the world. RigideckTM uses full-depth and full-length longitudinal frames so everything is boxed and triangulated. For even greater strength we use cross frames between the longitudinal frames to tie the whole sub-floor together. If you think of an aeroplane wing or aerospace honeycomb structure you can visualise the RigideckTM system. All the sub-floor framing is braced in all directions to cope with tremendous stresses. The diagram below demonstrates the RigideckTM sub floor system. (The reason every boat builder doesn’t use this system is because it’s more expensive, harder to do and requires better welding skills.)
What does all this mean? Regardless of whether you’re an extreme adventurer going 100km offshore or a fair-weather skipper who uses your boat on a perfect day once a year, sooner or later you’ll be coming home on a windy day with a metre or two of wind chop on the water. When you do, you can be confident the RigideckTM system, inherent in every Bar Crusher boat, is engineered to handle it.
More about hull design... Nothing eats wind chop like a Bar Crusher... Introducing WaveslicerTM ‘You’ve ventured out fishing on a beautiful day and the water is like glass. Late in the day and half-an-hour from home the weather turns. With a 20 knot summer blow and 1-2m of nasty chop and swell coming straight at you, do you have confidence in your boat to get all onboard home safely?’
In addition, the WaveslicerTM hull utilises a strake-less design. Strakes are the small ridges, running longitudinally from bow to stern, that are often present on the underside of trailer boat hulls. Traditionally, strakes have been used to try to give a boat extra lift when trying to get out of the hole onto the plane, and also to provide stability at high speeds. The down-side of strakes in lighter aluminium boats is they can cause pounding when hitting waves. Strakes can also create turbulence over the prop when turning. This turbulence can cause the prop to aerate and the engine to over rev. Bar Crusher’s WaveslicerTM hull incorporates a smooth, deep-V hull that slices beautifully through waves – without pounding. The smooth WaveslicerTM hull allows the boat to hold in the water during tight turns without the normal aeration or cavitation experienced in other hulls. You’ll also experience less turbulence and air bubbles under the transducer which means your sonar (fish finder) will be clearer and easier to read.
As avid boaters ourselves, we’ve been caught in these conditions and it can be pretty worrying. Fortunately, the design work and testing that’s been carried out on every model ensures every Bar Crusher is predictable to drive, which instills real confidence. This confidence stems from the WaveslicerTM hull design, another feature built into every Bar Crusher boat. Heading straight into chop and swell you’ll find a Bar Crusher holds its course beautifully and rides softly without the usual pounding experienced in many other aluminium boats. Best of all, we’ll prove it!
Say goodbye to that hard, pounding ride!
The WaveslicerTM concept combines very clever features that are different from any other boat hull on the market. WaveslicerTM incorporates a deeper deadrise than most other aluminium boats. Typically this is between 18° to 20° at the transom and even sharper at the bow. This sharp bow or ‘entry’ slices the waves more effectively than boats with a stubby nose. Looking at a Bar Crusher, you’ll easily identify the sharp nose or entry that ‘slices’ the waves.
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Superior stability at rest - QuickFlowTM water ballast technology Boat design is about trying to incorporate all the very best design features to ensure the hull gives great performance for its intended application. In the past, boat designers have had to compromise by building flatter hulls to achieve the required stability at rest. As we all know, a flatter hull shape means a hard, pounding ride. (You may have ridden in another aluminium boat on a windy day and found the ride to be almost unbearable.) The Bar Crusher design uses a deep-V hull for superior ride and an innovative water ballast system for stability at rest. Enter QuickFlowTM water ballast technology... Running along the full length of the keel, there is a cavity in the bottom of the hull, open at the transom. When the boat stops, this fills, becomes ballast, lowers the chines into the water and provides tremendous stability. The moment the boat moves forward, the water ballast is jettisoned from the hull allowing the boat to fly up onto the plane. Interestingly, there is no lag when accelerating, just a smooth and fast transition onto the plane.
‘Following sea’ performance is critical...
Following sea performance is something salespeople don’t often speak about... but they should. When running with the sea or down the face of a wave you need to know that your boat will drive predictably and steer where you point it. Whether it’s in 1.5m of wind chop on a bay or a 5m swell offshore, your boat must perform well in a following sea. The best way to prove a boat in a following sea is to take one out on the water. If you’re looking at a brand of boat and the salesperson isn’t keen to prove the following sea performance in a nasty sea, keep looking! (The boat may perform badly or, even worse, the salesperson may not be confident in the boat’s safety.) When running down the face of a wave in a Bar Crusher, you won’t experience the awful broaching action that skews a boat side on and tries to throw everyone overboard.
What is broaching? This is the phenomenon that sees the nose of the boat bury in the trough of the wave and the stern of the boat is all of a sudden pushed violently sideways and parallel to the wave without warning. If you’ve ever experienced this in a boat, you’ll know what we’re talking about. If you never want to experience a nasty broach, rest assured every Bar Crusher hull has been designed with the aim of eliminating broaching. Beware of boats that are wider or ‘beamy’ at the transom, run a shallow-V and have a sharp nose. This is a formula for a broaching hull and the boat should be driven down a wave with great care. (ie. be careful on a bay on a windy day and be especially careful offshore!) A boat needs to be of balanced design. It needs to have the right deadrise or V in the right place, the right amount of planing area in the right place, and the right weight distribution. If these variables aren’t very carefully managed in the design phase, the end result is a boat with very bad manners and habits. (In other words, downright dangerous.)
Boat maintenance a minimalist approach
Bar Crusher boats are designed so that after a long day on the water you can hose the boat out in minutes. On a hot day, the whole boat will be clean and dry within hours. Everything on the boat is easy to access, easy to clean and built to provide a good service life.
The Bar Crusher quality difference... People sometimes forget the saltwater marine environment can be pretty tough on equipment. Accordingly, boats need to be designed and built to last. An example of this is the wiring in a boat. Some boat builders use the cheapest switches, connectors, fuse boards and wire available. Why? Because most boat buyers wouldn’t know the difference... and they won’t find out until 12 to 24 months later when things go wrong and your warranty has probably expired! At Bar Crusher, we use tinned wire, quality switches (from the USA rather than China), quality fuse boards and glue-filled heat-shrink to cover all connections to lock out the salt air. We do this because we don’t want you to experience problems with your wiring in a couple of years’ time.
Bar Crusher has a simple outlook. Family anglers want to spend as little time as possible maintaining the family boat and as much time as possible on the water. To achieve this, everything must be designed and built to minimise maintenance. The super-strong RigideckTM treadplate floor system in a Bar Crusher is very easy to maintain, dries quickly and there are no annoying little gaps around the edges. The tread-plate floor is completely sealed so nothing can get under the floor. (No tackle, no stinking bait, no rusty tools, no old bits of fishing line.) The floor itself is clear of obstructions and quick to hose out. (No smells and no wet carpet.) To soften the floor under foot, we can supply a matting product we call FishMatTM matting. This non-slip matting is spongy under foot and requires no maintenance whatsoever. Simple but smart.
Smart design and quality construction and FIt-out means low maintenance. ®
Built to a very high standard... When you look at a boat, look behind the dashboard and see how neat it is. Are all the connections properly wrapped and sealed with glue-filled heat-shrink? Does the wiring look a bit messy and not very well done? If you have a mate who is an electrician or a friend who really knows quality boats, bring them along to inspect a Bar Crusher. We’re happy to let the toughest critic look over our boats. There are many things we do at Bar Crusher to ensure maintenance is minimal. You’ll notice stainless steel fittings are always insulated from the boat with plastic washers or insulative grease products. We insist on using #316 stainless steel rather than the cheaper #304 that’s commonly used on other boats. Many of our hinges are high-tech fibre reinforced composite to provide a lifetime of service. Another innovation is our fuel tank system, which is very different from that of other manufacturers. Our unique design ensures there are no fuel-filler hoses or pick-up hoses under the floor. This means no sub-floor hoses and hose clamps that can leak fuel into the hull, inadvertantly turning your boat into a bomb. Refuelling is simple. Fill through the floor-mounted filler straight into the tank. The great advantage here is you can see how much fuel you have and siphon your tank directly if you pick-up some bad fuel. You can also top up at sea in an emergency, which is impossible with many side mounted fillers. The list goes on, but the message is always the same...
Some boat manufacturers have become very skilled at building boats for , the showroom... but boats don’t have to perform in a showroom. Bar Crusher designs and builds boats for long-term performance in harsh saltwater conditions.
Bid your chiropractor farewell! Some boats are great to stand in all day while others can give you a sore back. There are two main reasons why you may be uncomfortable in a boat. 1. Poor ride quality 2. Bad ergonomics
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We’ve already discussed the superior ride quality and handling , of Bar Crusher boats, so let’s look at ergonomics... What is ergonomics and what does it mean to you? The applied science of equipment design is intended to maximise productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort.’
Something every boat should have is clean, wide side decks. We’ve always felt that people need to be able to sit around the side decks when fishing. This is not only practical and comfortable, it increases the size of the cockpit as the crew spread out around the boat rather than all huddling in the centre under each other’s feet. Again, smart design means comfortable and relaxing days on the water.
Your trailer should be custom designed to FIt the boat...
Spending a day in a boat is great fun but sometimes you come home with a few aches as a result of the ride, seating position or fishing posture.
All Bar Crusher boats are factory-packaged on Easytow trailers, which have been custom-built for each model. We want to give you peace of mind that you have a trailer under your boat that’s correctly designed and built to a high standard.
When standing in a boat, walk over to the side and see if the coaming hits you in the thigh just at the right height – 100mm to 200mm above your knee, but not too high. Your toes should locate under the side deck and coaming so you can stand with your back straight. This is the ideal fishing position. No stress on your lower back, but you’re nicely wedged against the side of the boat and ready for anything.
Some boat trailers don’t work well because the set-up isn’t right for the boat. A trailer must have plenty of guides and skids in the right place to make sure the boat self-levels and self-aligns. If the skids and guides are in the right place, the boat will be a breeze to drive on and off.
Next time you stand in a boat, do this test standing against the coaming. Is it comfortable? Do you feel secure? Is your back straight? Can you comfortably lean over and net or gaff a fish?
You’ll notice every Bar Crusher trailer has a full ladder of keel rollers up the centre for support, wobble rollers at the bow and stern as well as guides to ensure the boat self-levels and self-aligns. Add to this quality galvanizing, quality mag wheels, quality suspension and a rigid frame design, and the result is a perfectly-matched package that makes towing and launching/retrieving simple.
If you want to get a feel for the ideal ergonomics and fishing posture, stand in the cockpit of a Bar Crusher and you’ll immediately understand.
Please speak with your dealer regarding any special trailer requirements.
The seating position in a Bar Crusher is also carefully designed. A seating position should provide good visibility of the water and allow you to grab a rod quickly should a fish strike. Likewise, the large hatch in every Bar Crusher cuddy cabin model allows easy access up forward without getting your shoulders stuck. The cabin offers good head room and the handrails around the boat are placed to give the crew a comfortable and secure grip when they need it most. The rear bench seat folds away neatly so the back coaming is unobstructed and the step-through in the transom is a perfect height to allow easy access from the stern. The baitboard is the ideal height for bait preparation and filleting, while the many rod holders around the boat are positioned to allow quick and comfortable access. ®
Boat storage... another problem solved! A common issue among boat owners is boat storage. Bar Crusher’s innovative folding roof/windscreen or folding T-top (depending on the model) makes storage easy. This clever folding design takes 60 seconds to take down and about the same time to erect. No special tools are required. Simple, quick-release fittings make it a snap. If you can slide your boat away under a low carport or garage it makes secure storage so much easier. Quick, innovative, smart!
Bar Crusher offers many features as standard that other companies charge as extras... Bar Crusher dealers will provide you with a quote on a fully-featured Bar Crusher – which has all the fishing features you could want! For example, all Bar Crusher boats come as standard with a berley bucket and muncher. It’s the same story with toughened safety glass windscreens on all ‘C’ models, dive/swim ladders, easy entry transom door and more. We predict you’re going to want these things so we put them in. Also standard on most models is a livebait tank, in-floor fish well, dual battery wiring system... the list goes on! Some manufacturers love to charge extra for these things, but we believe it’s important to give some of these items to you with the standard package. We hope you agree!
Buyer check list
Things to think about when researching your new boat...
Features
Benefits
Deep-V hull
WaveslicerTM hull gives the softest ride of any aluminium trailer boat in Australia.
Water ballast system
QuickFlowTM provides superior stability at rest.
Super-strong sub-floor system
RigideckTM is the strongest sub-floor hull construction system in the world.
Sealed, tread-plate floor
Easy to clean, no more wet, smelly carpet and tackle hiding under the floor.
Custom-designed trailer to suit hull
For easy towing, launching and retrieving.
Folding gas-strut roof /windscreen
For low garage or carport storage.
Rocket launcher / overhead rod rack
Overhead fishing rod / net / gaff storage.
Pivoting T-top on walk-around models
Innovative T-top that folds into the boat for low storage.
Air buoyancy
Fully-sealed air buoyancy chambers in most models.
Step-through ‘easy entry’ transom
Easy access.
Marlin board / swim platform
Great for standing out the back.
Innovative baitboard
Removable / replaceable cutting board. Rod storage. Easy to clean.
Ski-pole
Interchangeable with baitboard
Transducer / trim tab mounting plates
Don’t have to screw through hull.
Folding rear seat
Neatly hides away batteries and disappears into the transom for maximum fishing room.
V-berth bunks
Comfortable area to lay down. Available with bunk in-fill to make full double berth.
Storage pockets everywhere
Plenty of storage fore, aft and sides.
Built-in livebait tank
Neatly hidden in the transom. Great access.
Dive / swim ladder
Great for climbing in and out on land or water.
Berley bucket and muncher
Every angler needs a berley bucket and muncher.
Navigation lights
Required by law for visibility at night.
Anchor light
To avoid others hitting you at night.
Illuminated switches
Allows you to locate switches at night in the dark.
Power outlet
12V DC power outlet on dash for spotlight or charging phones.
Bilge pump
Good-quality, high-capacity bilge pump to blast water out fast.
High-strength aluminium rod holders
No cheap plastic rod holders.
Battery isolation switching
To isolate batteries when boat is stored.
Dual battery system
Good idea when heading off shore
Clear bowl fuel filter
You need to be able to separate and drain water from the fuel. Essential.
Fully-fabricated, heavyduty wind screens on C models
No lightweight extrusion here.Toughened glass ‘scratch-resistant’ windscreens on C and HT models.
Built-in fish well
In-floor fish well. Standard.
Bow sprit and anchor locator
Securely keeps the anchor in place.
Exclusive integral fuel tank system
No possibility of dangerous sub-floor leaks. (No other manufacturer in Australia uses this design.)
Fast-draining anchor well
Empties fast if you take a wave over the bow.
Deck grip, non-slip deck pads . Floor matting
Maximises traction on side decks.
All features to be confirmed with dealer
FishMatTM tube floor matting. Anti-fatigue. Non-slip.
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The biggest test of all... The on-water test! After you’ve found the boat with all the features you need and confirmed with the dealer it fits your budget, the final step is the biggest test of all...
On-water test This is the time when a lot of salespeople start to come up with excuses. It’s too windy... we don’t have time... we don’t have one available to test... If the boat is as good as they say it is, they must be prepared to prove it to you on the water. If they want to take your money without being prepared to prove the boat to you, walk away. The boat is probably a lemon and will not perform. The reality is that all boats perform well on a calm day. The big test is to test a boat in a bit of wind. Ideally, 15-20 knots of wind and up to 1 metre of wind chop. It’s at a time like this that the boat will either pass or fail the test. Ask the salesperson to run the boat with the waves. Then into the waves. Stop the boat and see how stable it is at rest. Stand at the side and get a feel what it’s like to fish. Sit on the side decks. Do a few tight turns with the motor trimmed in. Does the prop aerate and engine over rev in tight turns? Note how fast the boat gets onto the plane. Note if the boat feels predictable and comfortable through the water. Does the engine seem well suited to the boat? Note how well the boat launches and retrieves on and off its trailer.
You must do your research to ensure you get the best boat.
Five-year warranty... Now that’s real conFIdence! It amazes us that some aluminium boat manufacturers don’t have enough faith in their product to offer a decent warranty. Some manufacturers offer as little as two or three years. The question to ask is: why so short? What happens after this period? Sometimes you have to read between the lines and use your instincts. Bar Crusher offers a structural warranty on every hull for a full five-years. That’s confidence!
Remember... All Bar Crusher dealers will be delighted to take you out in a Bar Crusher. Our boats perform beautifully and if you go out in one you will love the performance! If a salesperson in another dealership says Bar Crusher boats don’t perform well, ask them to bring their aluminium boat down to run it against a Bar Crusher on a windy day. This way you’ll get a true comparison and can make an informed choice. Thanks for reading our buyer’s guide. We hope it has helped you on your journey to acquiring the ultimate aluminium boat. Please continue through this publication to learn more about the models in Bar Crusher’s comprehensive range and feel free to contact any of our dealers – anytime – should you need any advice or assistance. We welcome your feedback and technical questions. If you want to have a chat or have any trouble getting information regarding the purchase of your new boat, please call Bar Crusher’s head office and we will provide all help possible to assist with your research.
Please also visit our website: www.barcrusher.com.au ®
535CR
‘Let’s go fishing...’
Measuring 5.35m LOA with a 2.15m beam and constructed from heavy duty 4mm (bottom sides) and 3mm (top sides) marine grade plate aluminium, the 535CR (CR stands for Cuddy / Runabout) is an all-round fishing and family boat. Boasting several of Bar Crusher’s exclusive features – high-tech WaveslicerTM non-pounding, deep-V hull; super-strong RigideckTM sub-floor system with fully welded tread plate floor; wide side decks and cuddy cabin to give you and the kids some protection from the elements … the 535CR is equally at home up a river or on the bay. The 535CR has plenty of rod storage in the side decks and bait board, storage under bunks and comfortable helm position with good all-round vision while the optional clip on rear seating provides flexible seating configurations that can be removed altogether as required. The vessel’s functional cockpit and internal depth ensure everyone will feel secure when out on The water. The berley bucket, swim ladder and large volume storage pockets are all standard and can be found among a long list of standard features. If everyone’s had enough of fishing, the innovative removable bait-prep table allows a sturdy ski pole to be substituted, to which ropes can be attached for alternative on-water fun. Rated to carry a 70-100hp outboard, combined with a 90lt fuel capacity, the 535CR is a fantastic entry level boat for those new to boating or those seeking to step up to a larger boat in a compact, easy-to-tow and easy-to-store package. Remember, launch and retrieve is an absolute breeze as with all bar Crusher’s the boats come factory packaged with a custom designed trailer from the BC factory..
535CR CUDDY CABIN (C) SERIES
For those people Starting out in boating or for people who want a compact, economical boat with loads of space … the Bar Crusher 535CR is a real quality plate boat that offershard to beat value for money.
Visit www.barcrusher.com.au for new model updates... ®
575C
‘Huge on features...’
Measuring 5.75m LOA with a 2.15m beam and constructed from heavy duty, pre-stressed 4mm (bottom sides) and 3mm (top sides) marine grade plate aluminium, the 575C is an all-round fishing and family boat. Boasting all of Bar Crusher’s exclusive features – high-tech WaveslicerTM non-pounding, deep-V hull; super-strong RigideckTM sub-floor system; and QuickflowTM water ballast technology for superior stability at rest – the 575C is equally at home up a river or on the bay. With rods in the rocket launcher and other gear stowed in the cabin and under the forward bunk, the comfortable helm position ensures good all-round vision while the rear seating provides space for the kids while underway. The vessel’s treadplate deck and functional cockpit depth provides angler safety, while rod holders, livebait tank, in-floor fish storage tank, berley bucket and large-volume storage pockets can be found among a long list of standard features.
CUDDY CABIN (C) SERIES
Compact, econimical but capable... the Bar Crusher cuddy cabin 575C, is huge on features...
If everyone’s had enough of fishing, the innovative removable bait-prep table allows a sturdy ski pole to be substituted, to which ropes can be attached for alternative on-water fun. Rated to carry a 90-115hp outboard, combined with a 110lt fuel capacity, the 575C has everything the bigger boats have, albeit in a compact, easy-to-tow and easy-to-store package.
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610C
‘Aussie all-rounder...’
Constructed from heavy duty, pre-stressed 4mm (bottom sides) and 3mm (top sides) marine grade plate aluminium, this awesome sportfishing and family boat follows in the footsteps of every Bar Crusher model to deliver the smoothest ride of any aluminium boat on the market. Measuring 6.10m LOA with a 2.25m beam, the 610C’s ultra-smooth ride is the result of its high-tech WaveslicerTM non-pounding, deep-V hull and the expertly-engineered RigideckTM sub-floor system ensures maximum hull strength. The boat is extremely stable at rest, thanks to Bar Crusher’s exclusive QuickflowTM water ballast technology. Rated to carry a 115-150hp outboard, the 610C’s superior performance capabilities, 140lt fuel capacity and spacious cuddy cabin configuration make it ideal for offshore fishing expeditions with mates or estuary adventures with the family.
CUDDY CABIN (C) SERIES
Bar Crusher’s stalwart 610C is considered by many as the perfect all-round boat for Australian conditions...
Rod holders, livebait tank, in-floor fish storage tank, berley bucket, large-volume storage pockets and an easy-to-clean treadplate deck are among a long list of standard fishingrelated features. As with all models in the cuddy cabin range, the folding gas-strut roof (with side clears) provides much needed protection from the elements while on the water, yet when folded it reduces the on-trailer height by a metre for easy storage under carports and in low garages.
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670C
‘As tough as it gets!’
Constructed from heavy duty, pre-stressed 5mm (bottom sides) and 4mm (top sides) marine grade plate aluminium, this super-tough trailerable rig follows in the footsteps of every Bar Crusher to deliver the smoothest ride of any aluminium boat on the market. Measuring 6.7m LOA with a 2.35m beam, this cuddy cabin model features Bar Crusher’s unique WaveslicerTM non-pounding, deep-V hull, which slices through chop and performs brilliantly in a following sea, and the expertlyengineered RigideckTM sub-floor system for maximum hull strength in all conditions. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Bar Crusher without the exclusive QuickflowTM water ballast technology. A cavity that runs the full length of the keel quickly fills with water when the boat is stationary, which lowers the chines into the water for greater stability, and drains in seconds as the boat moves forward to allow it to leap effortlessly onto the plane. Rated to carry a 175hp outboard, the 670C’s superior performance capabilities, 190lt fuel capacity, huge cockpit fishing area, heavy-duty treadplate deck, optional anchor winch, forward bunks and innovative gas-strut roof / foldable windscreen are just a few reasons why this Bar Crusher has quickly earned a reputation as one of the most versatile trailerable sportsfishing boats in its class.
CUDDY CABIN (C) SERIES
Looking for the ultimate all-round coastal and offshore sportsfishing boat? Enter Bar Crusher’s 670C...
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680C
‘Some like it rough...’
Measuring 6.8m LOA with a 2.47m beam, the rig is constructed from heavy duty, pre-stressed 5mm (bottom sides) and 4mm (top sides) marine grade plate aluminium and boasts all of Bar Crusher’s exclusive features: hightech WaveslicerTM non-pounding, deep-V hull; superstrong RigideckTM sub-floor system; and QuickflowTM water ballast technology for superior stability at rest. The huge cabin area provides protection from the elements and a place to get a few hours sleep during overnight fishing trips. Beneath the padded bunks is cavernous storage space for all manner of gear. Rod holders, livebait tank, in-floor fish storage tank, berley bucket and large-volume storage pockets are among a long list of standard fishing-related features. A low-maintenance, self-draining treadplate deck adds to the vessel’s robustness, and its functional cockpit depth provides real confidence in rough conditions. The folding gas-strut roof (with side clears) provides much needed protection while on the water, yet when folded it reduces the on-trailer height by a metre for streamlined towing and easy storage under carports and in garages. Rated to carry up to a 200hp outboard, combined with a 280lt fuel capacity, Bar Crusher’s smooth-riding 680C loves the rough stuff!
CUDDY CABIN (C) SERIES
Bar Crusher’s 680C is the flagship of the hugely-popular and successful cuddy cabin series...
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575WR
‘It’s not the size of the dog in the fight, it’s the size of the fight in the dog!’
Measuring 5.75m LOA with a 2.15m beam, the 575WR is a true estuary/offshore fishing all-rounder. Constructed from heavy duty, pre-stressed 4mm (bottom sides) and 3mm (top sides) marine grade plate aluminium, it boasts all of Bar Crusher’s exclusive features: high-tech WaveslicerTM non-pounding, deep-V hull; super-strong RigideckTM subfloor system; and QuickflowTM water ballast technology for superior stability at rest. With rods in the rocket launcher, gear stowed in the watertight storage cavity beneath the forward deck, and food in the icebox under the padded bench seat, the comfortable helm position ensures good all-round vision while charging up a remote river or navigating a bar crossing. The walk-around vessel’s treadplate deck and functional cockpit depth ensure angler safety, while rod holders, livebait tank, in-floor fish storage tank, berley bucket and large-volume storage pockets can be found among a long list of standard features. The rig’s pivoting aluminium hardtop also makes garage/carport storage a breeze. Rated to carry a 90-115hp outboard, combined with a 110lt fuel capacity, the 575WR goes the distance in more ways than one – thriving in conditions other aluminium boats flounder.
WALK-AROUND (WR) SERIES
When the going gets tough, Bar Crusher’s 575WR really gets going – eating up chop to deliver the smoothest ride of any boat in its class....
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610WR
‘It walks the walk...’
Constructed from heavy duty, pre-stressed 4mm (bottom sides) and 3mm (top sides) marine grade plate aluminium, this awesome sportfishing rig follows in the footsteps of every Bar Crusher model to deliver the smoothest ride of any aluminium boat on the market. Measuring 6.10m LOA with a 2.25m beam, the 610WR’s ultra-smooth ride is the result of its high-tech WaveslicerTM non-pounding, deep-V hull, the expertly-engineered RigideckTM sub-floor system ensures maximum hull strength and it’s extremely stable at rest, thanks to Bar Crusher’s exclusive QuickflowTM water ballast technology. Rated to carry a 115-140hp outboard, the 610WR’s superior performance capabilities, 140lt fuel capacity and spacious walk-around configuration will see it find particular favour among anglers chasing inshore pelagics and reef fish all around Australia’s coastline. Rod holders, livebait tank, in-floor fish storage tank, berley bucket, large-volume storage pockets and an easy-to-clean treadplate deck are among a long list of standard fishing-related features. Complete with stepthrough transom, marlin board / swim platform and a swim / dive ladder, the 610WR is also ideal for family days on the water.
WALK-AROUND (WR) SERIES
Bar Crusher’s super-tough 610WR walks all over its centre-console / walk-around competition...
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680WR
‘Ready for action...’
Specifically designed for hardcore fishing, the rig is constructed from heavy duty, pre-stressed 5mm (bottom sides) and 4mm (top sides) marine grade plate aluminium and boasts all of Bar Crusher’s exclusive features: hightech WaveslicerTM non-pounding, deep-V hull; superstrong RigideckTM sub-floor system; and QuickflowTM water ballast technology for superior stability at rest. Measuring 6.8m LOA with a 2.47m beam, the 680WR is ideal for extended coastal journeys. A huge, watertight storage cavity beneath the raised forward deck (accessed via a gas-strut hatch) provides ample room for stowing camping gear, fridges, food and other essentials, while a marine toilet can be fitted as an option. A low-maintenance, self-draining treadplate deck adds to the walk-around vessel’s robustness, and its functional cockpit depth ensures angler safety in all conditions. The pivoting aluminium hard-top (for low storage) also has a shade awning attachment for relief on hot days. Rod holders, livebait tank, in-floor fish storage tank, berley bucket and large-volume storage pockets are among a long list of standard fishing-related features. Rated to carry up to a 200hp outboard, combined with a 280lt fuel capacity, Bar Crusher’s smooth-riding 680WR delivers on all fronts.
WALK-AROUND (WR) SERIES
Bar Crusher’s tough, go-anywhere 680WR is ready for action – be it estuary-hopping along the remote Top End coast or venturing offshore to the Continental Shelf...
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670HT
‘Protection and performance...’
Constructed from heavy duty 5mm (bottom sides) and 4mm (top sides) marine grade plate aluminium, this super-tough trailerable rig follows in the footsteps of every Bar Crusher to deliver the smoothest ride of any aluminium boat on the market. Measuring 6.80m LOA with a 2.35m beam, the latest Hard Top model features Bar Crusher’s unique Waveslicer™ nonpounding, deep-V hull, which slices through chop and performs brilliantly in a following sea, and the expertly-engineered Rigideck™ sub-floor system for maximum hull strength in all conditions. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Bar Crusher without the exclusive Quickflow™ water ballast technology. A cavity that runs the full length of the keel quickly fills with water when the boat is stationary, which lowers the chines into the water for greater stability and drains in seconds as the boat moves forward to allow it to leap effortlessly onto the plane. The 670HT’s toughened safety glass windscreen and allweather hard top allows full standing room and an unobstructed 360 degree view from the helm, while the spacious cockpit has plenty of fishing room for all on board.
WALK-AROUND (WR) SERIES
Bar Crusher’s 670HT has been built with maximum strength and functionality to mix it with the big boys…
Rated to carry up to 175hp outboard, the 670HT’s superior performance capabilities, 190lt fuel capacity, huge cockpit fishing area, heavy-duty tread plate deck, optional anchor winch and forward bunks are just a few reasons why this new Bar Crusher will quickly earn a reputation as one of the most versatile Hard Top trailerable sports fishing boats in its class.
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680HT
‘The offshore dream...’
Constructed from pre-stressed 5mm (bottom sides) and 4mm (top sides) marine grade plate aluminium, Bar Crusher’s super-tough flagship model is a breeze to tow on the road, yet has a true big boat feel on the water. Measuring 6.8m LOA, beam 2.47m, the 680HT’s toughened safety glass windscreen and all-weather hard top allows full standing room and an unobstructed 360° view from the helm, while the spacious cockpit has plenty of fishing room for all onboard. As with all Bar Crusher boats, the 680HT’s on-water performance is second to none. The vessel’s ultra-smooth ride is the result of its high-tech WaveslicerTM non-pounding, deep-V hull, while its expertly-engineered RigideckTM sub-floor system ensures maximum hull strength. Superior stability at rest is the upshot of Bar Crusher’s exclusive QuickflowTM water ballast technology. Rated to carry up to 230hp outboard, the 680HT’s outstanding ocean-going capabilities, 280lt fuel capacity, comfortable driver and passenger seating, folding rear seat and lock up V-berth make it an ideal boat for anglers looking to venture further offshore in search of billfish, tuna and other pelagic species. A very impressive list of standard features includes hydraulic steering, self-draining deck with scuppers, stepthrough transom, marlin board/swim platform, rod holders, livebait tank, in-floor fish storage tank, large-volume storage pockets, dual battery system and much more.
HARD TOP (HT) SERIES
Bar Crusher’s 680HT sets a new benchmark in trailerable offshore sportfishers...
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780HT
‘Leader of the pack...
Measuring a massive 7.8m LOA, beam 2.47m, with an engine rating up to 300hp and a standard 280lt or optional 410lt fuel capacity, the 780HT has the ocean-going capability of a flybridge gameboat with the manoeuvrability and versatility offered only by trailerable vessels. Constructed from pre-stressed 5mm (bottom sides) and 4mm (top sides) marine grade plate aluminium, Bar Crusher’s super-tough new flagship model – with its high-tech WaveslicerTM non-pounding, deep-V hull and maximum-strength RigideckTM sub-floor system – will get you to the fishing grounds in comfort and practical style. The 780HT’s toughened safety glass windscreen and all-weather hard top allows full standing room and an unobstructed 360° view from the helm, while comfortable skipper and passenger seating, full-length 2.1m bunks (with infill cushions for full V-berth), 65L Stainless fridge, plumbed sink, food preparation area and optional gas burner stove facility make this the ultimate trailerable sportfisher for great day trips or extended offshore adventures.
HARD TOP (HT) SERIES
The flagship model in Bar Crusher’s superblyengineered range, the 780HT is designed and built for long-range offshore sport fishing...
The functional cockpit is ready for serious action – self-draining deck with scuppers, step-through transom, marlin board with berley bucket, rod holders, plumbed livebait tank, in-floor fish storage tank and large-volume storage pockets which will easily accommodate tagpoles, gaffs and other essential equipment. Rocket launcher, hydraulic steering, dual battery system and Hella low-voltage coaming lights are also fitted as standard. Bar Crusher’s impressive options list for the 780HT includes deck wash, overhead LED lighting, Stress Free anchor winch, Sarca anchor, Porta Potti (dealer-fitted under bunk) and more. Boasting all the attributes of its smaller brethren – super-strong construction ultra smooth ride and superior stability at rest thanks to QuickFlowTM, water ballast technology – the 780HT is a hardcore fishing boat for hardcore anglers.
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Measuring 5.35m LOA with a 2.15m beam and constructed from heavy duty 4mm (bottom sides) and 3mm (top sides) marine grade plate aluminium, the 535XS is a sleek platform for those who want open bat versatility.. Boasting several of Bar Crusher’s exclusive features – high-tech WaveslicerTM, deep-V hull; super-strong RigideckTM sub-floor system with fully welded tread plate floor; wide side decks, step up casting platform and well positioned centre rear console … the 535XS is a great all rounder for open boat and tournament style fishing. The 535XS has plenty of rod storage in the side decks and bait board, storage under casting platform and comfortable helm position with good all-round vision while the optional seating provides flexible seating configurations that can be removed altogether as required. The vessel’s functional cockpit and internal depth ensure everyone will feel secure when out on the water. The berley bucket, swim ladder and large volume storage pockets are all standard and can be found among a long list of standard features. Rated to carry a 70-100hp outboard, combined with a 90lt fuel capacity, the 535XS is a fantastic boat for those sport anglers who take their fishing seriously and want a quality plate boat that will serve them well. This economical model is designed specifically to offer a superior level of quality and fit out to many of the cheaper mass produced alternatives. Check out the price on this one and you will be surprised what it offers.
535XS CUDDY CABIN (C) SERIES
Purpose built for the open boat angler who wants to pursue lake, river and in shore species. For screaming down a river in Northern Australia or hunting around bays, estuaries and lakes … This boat is all quality and designed for the hard core fisho.
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610XS
‘Unrivaled fishability... rear console perfection...’
Nothing beats an open boat for ‘fishability’ and the new XS Series has filled the gap for those who want a hardcore fishing machine with maximum flexibility. The XS uses the very popular Bar Crusher range of hulls with the console moved further to the rear. Seat spigots in the floor allow you to move seats around the boat as required or take them out altogether for maximum fishing space. The standard set-up in the 610XS is one seat behind the console and two seats in front of the helm position. This model has great storage under the casting platform, 130lt fuel capacity, water ballast stability and plenty of deck space for casting lures, trolling offshore or bottom bouncing over the reef.
XS REEF SPORT SERIES
For the river, estuary, bay or ocean, the 610XS Reef Sport is a true all-rounder for all types of fishing.
Bar Crusher boats have become known as the boats of choice among serious recreational anglers. The XS Series again hits the mark as beautifully built and well thoughtout fishing machines for those who demand soft ride performance and smart functionality.
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670XS
‘The ideal crossover... bay, river or reef...’
Nothing beats an open boat for ‘fishability’ and the new XS Series has filled the gap for those who want a hardcore fishing machine with maximum flexibility. The XS uses the very popular Bar Crusher range of hulls with the console moved further to the rear. Seat spigots in the floor allow you to move seats around the boat as required or take them out altogether for maximum fishing space. The 670XS can be configured with three seats side by side behind the console and two seats in front of the helm position.
XS REEF SPORT SERIES
The 670XS is another word for ‘high performance’! If you want to race home through a metre of chop just put the throttle down and wave goodbye to your mates in those old fashioned, hard-riding back crunchers!
This model has great storage under the casting platform, 170lt fuel capacity, water ballast stability and plenty of deck space for casting lures, trolling offshore or bottom bouncing over the reef. Bar Crusher boats have become known as the boats of choice for serious recreational anglers. The XS Series again hits the mark as beautifully built and well thought-out fishing machines for those who demand soft ride performance and smart functionality.
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Nothing beats an open boat for ‘fishability’ and the new XS Series has filled the gap for those who want a hardcore fishing machine with maximum flexibility. Seat spigots in the floor allow you to move seats around the boat as required or take them out altogether for maximum fishing space. The standard set-up in the 680XS is three seats, side by side behind the console and two seats in front of the helm position. This model has great storage in the drop down front floor under the casting platform, 265lt fuel capacity, water ballast stability and plenty of deck space for casting lures, trolling offshore or bottom bouncing over the reef. Bar Crusher boats have become known as the boats of choice for serious recreational anglers. The XS Series again hits the mark as beautifully built and well thought-out fishing machines for those who demand soft ride performance and smart functionality.
680 XS REEF SPORT SERIES
The 680XS is the largest of the XS models. This boat is a ripper for longer trips, with plenty of room to load it with gear if you want to set-up a remote base down river or on an island. Huge fuel capacity… plenty of room… handles beautifully.
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BROOKLANDS BLUE
CRIMSON RED
EBONY BLACK
MIDNIGHT BLUE
ORANGE
MINT GREEN
ADMIRALTY GREY
GUN METAL GREY
Colour highlights stripe & upholstery • Blue • Charcoal • Red • Silver •Green
Metalic Clear Over Base
OCEAN BLUE
TITANIUM
JET FUEL BLUE
Metalic Clear Over Base
Metalic Clear Over Base
Metalic Clear Over Base
BLACK METALIC Metalic Clear Over Base
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Bar Crusher Boats – Specifications, Standard Features and Options
Bar Crusher Boats - Standard Features and Options
Specifications
535CR 575C 610C
670C 680C 575WR 610WR 670WR 680WR 670HT 680HT 780HT 535XS
610XS
670XS
680XS
Hull Length
5350
5750
6100
6700
6800
5750
6100
6700
6800
6700
6800
7800
5350
6100
6700
6800
Beam
2150
2150
2250
2350
2470
2150
2250
2350
2470
2350
2470
2470
2150
2250
2350
2470
Bottom Sides Internal Freeboard - Floor to Side Deck
4mm
4mm 770mm
5mm 800mm
5mm 705mm
4mm 715mm
4mm 770mm
5mm 800mm
5mm 705mm
5mm 800mm
5mm 705mm
5mm 690mm
4mm
710mm
4mm 715mm
710mm
4mm 770mm
5mm 800mm
705mm
Top Sides
3mm
3mm
3mm
4mm
4mm
3mm
3mm
4mm
4mm
4mm
4mm
4mm
3mm
3mm
4mm
4mm
Transom Shaft Length
25”
25”
25”
25”
25”
25”
25”
25”
25”
25”
25”
25”
25”
25”
25”
25”
Fuel Capacity
90 Litre
110 Litre 140 Litre 190 Litre 280 Litre 110 Litre
140 Litre
190 Litre
280 Litre
190 Litre
280 Litre
280 Litre
90 Litre
130 Litre
170 Litre
265 Litre
Tow weight BMT (Dry Weight)
1000kg
1200Kg 1295kg
1750Kg 1850Kg 1200Kg
1250kg
1750Kg
1850Kg
1750Kg
1950kg
2250kg
1000kg
1295kg
1750Kg
1850Kg
Minimum Horsepower
60
90
115
150
150
90
115
150
200
150
200
225 - 250 60
115
150
150
Maximum Horsepower
100
115
150
175
230
115
150
175
230
175
230
300
100
150
175
200
Overall Trailer Length
6300
6700
7350
8100
8300
6700
7350
8100
8300
8100
8300
9400
6300
7350
8100
8300
Overall Trailer Width
2150
2150
2250
2350
2470
2150
2250
2350
2470
2350
2470
2470
2150
2250
2350
2470
Overall Height on Trailer
2100
3100
3200
3200
3350
3100
3100
3200
3350
3200
3350
3500
2100
3200
3200
3350
Overall Height Roof Folded
NA
2100
2200
2400
2350
2400
2400
2400
2400
2400
NA
NA
NA
2200
2400
2350
5mm
(Note: All weights and measurements are approximate only. All weights and measures must be confirmed with dealer due to varying packaging.)
Specifications
535CR 575C 610C
670C 680C 575WR 610WR 670WR 680WR 670HT 680HT 780HT 535XS
610XS
670XS
680XS
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P P
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P P
P P
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P P
P P
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P P
P P
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Note: Some Dealers may package with different standard inclusions. This list is “typical” packaging Please check with your dealer to confirm which items are in your package. Waveslicer TM Non Pounding Hull Design Rigideck TM Rigid Alloy Floor \ Triangulated Boxed Sub Frame Quickflow TM Water Ballast System for Stability Bar Crusher Custom Designed Trailer Hydraulic Steering Step Through Transom Tread PlateFully Welded Tough Floor - All Aluminium Toughened Safety Glass Windscreen
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Super Strong Windscreen frame - C Channel Design Tough Acrylic Windscreen Hard Top Roof with Rod Rack
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Specifications Kill Tank - In Floor Bow Sprit and Roller (Split Rail)
535CR 575C
Fast Draining Anchor Well
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Deck Grip - Non Skid Deck Grip Pads
Swim Platform (Alloy Tread Plate - Marlin Board Style) Transducer \ Trim Tab Mounting Plates Storage Pockets Fore, Aft and Sides Live Bait Tank (Unplumbed) Dive / Swim Ladder Berley Bucket and Muncher
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LED Navigation Lights
LED Anchor Light LED Coaming lights Cast Aluminium Rod Holders (In Deck) Battery Isolation Switch Dual Battery System Clear Bowl Fuel Filter Illuminated Switches
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Bilge Pump
Power Outlet 12V DC On Dash Folding Rear Seat Quality Driver and Passenger Seating V Berth Front Bunks Self Draining Deck With Scuppers
Specifications
610C
670C
535CR 575C
610C
670C
680C 575WR 610WR
670WR
680C 575WR 610WR
680WR
670HT
680HT
670WR
680WR
670HT
680HT
780HT 535XS
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780HT 535XS
610XS
670XS 680XS
610XS
670XS
680XS
Folding Roof with Gas Struts Rocket Launcher (To Fit Folding Roof) Pivoting T Top For Folding Roof Live Bait Tank Plumbing Bait Board with Rod Holders Anchor Winch Anchor Kit Including Anchor and Deck Fitting Ski Pole Trim Tabs Painted Hull Sides - Special Colors Floor Tube Matting - FM TM Fish Mat
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Bar Crusher Features
Live bait tank
Removable baitboard with replaceable cutting surface
In-floor fish well
Clear bowl fuel filter
Easy-access step-through Easy-access fuel filler. transom Bar Crusher’s fuel tank system has no sub-floor hoses and you can see how much fuel you have left. Smart!
FishMatTM floor matting. Great to stand on
Highest quality LED lighting throughout (coaming light pictured)
V berth (bunk infill available to make full V berth)
Bunk extension accessory provides full length bunk
Removable icebox helm seat in WR model
Heavy-duty swim ladder for swimming or diving
Innovative seat pedestal design includes plastic tackle boxes
Berley bucket and muncher standard in every Bar Crusher
Ski pole replaces bait board in seconds
Dual batteries with isolation switch. Don’t go offshore without two batteries
Folding rear seat and step (great for kids)
Ample cabin storage space and easy access to huge forward hatch
Secure anchor system Ensures your anchor stays put in rough conditions
Side pocket clip on rod holders available as an accessory
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Disclaimer: Warranty terms and conditions are stated on Bar Crusher’s website at www.barcrusher.com.au Weights and measurements provided in this brochure are advisory only. Due to variations in packaging and fitout, it is essential that all weights and measurements are confirmed with your dealer prior to ordering. Photographs in this brochure are indicitave of the style, fitout and packaging of Bar Crusher boats, however Bar Crusher reserves the right to make changes to its products at any time, without notice, to continue to develop and improve the product range. Photographs in this brochure show boats being used in extreme conditions. These photographs are for display purposes only. The images were taken under controlled conditions using highly-competent skippers. We specifically advise that users of Bar Crusher boats do not perform similar manoeuvres as depicted in this brochure and drive the boats cautiously at all times.
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