Recreational Boat Kits

Premium aluminium boat kits engineered by professional naval architects.

Leveraging our expertise in large complex vessels, we bring a new level of design to the recreational kit boat market.
Precision engineered for strength, stability, ride and handling, your finished pride and joy should look and perform with the best on the market anywhere, and leave quite a few in your wake.

Properly Engineered

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Design Integrity

Every kit is designed for real performance, real durability, and real offshore capability — not trends or sales gimmicks. The ocean will figure those out first, then the market at resale time.
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Support you can rely on.

We provide direct phone and email assistance throughout your build.
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Designed for DIY builders.

CNC-cut parts, alignment marks, and practical detailing, plus a detailed instructions and drawing package, makes assembly accurate, straightforward, and achievable at home.

Explore Our Kits

What’s Included
  • CNC-cut plates, frames, stringers, and all major structural components
  • Folded parts with pre-marked fold lines
  • Fuel tanks, handrails, keel bar, rod holders, and rubbing strips
  • Comprehensive 3D drawings and step-by-step build instructions ​
  • Full parts list and welding details ​
  • Ongoing technical support during construction ​
How the Build Works
  • Assemble on a flat, level floor in a covered workspace
  • Cut parts from sheets and take folded pieces to a machine shop
  • Follow alignment markings to tack together the self-jigging structure
  • Pull plates into position using basic tools ​
  • Complete welding, then add your own engine, trailer, fitout, and paint ​
What You Need
  • MIG welder (minimum 240 A) set up for aluminium
  • Basic power tools: drills, sanders, grinders, saws
  • Flat indoor space to protect weld surfaces
  • Basic welding skills or willingness to learn (practice offcuts provided) ​

Monohull Boat Kits

Our monohull kits feature deep-vee hulls engineered for a smooth offshore ride, with a flooding keel/water ballast cavity that delivers excellent stability at rest and rapid drainage for quick planing.
Moderate reverse chines keep spray down without the harsh ride of aggressive chine designs, while optimised spray strakes improve efficiency and dryness.
The bow shape — combining a raked stem, smooth entry, and refined chine sweep — provides strong lift and secure handling in following seas. Forget the white knuckle ride home!

Catamaran Boat Kits

Our catamaran kits are derived from the advanced hull geometry developed for the Nauticraft R&D demonstrator, blending innovation with decades of commercial catamaran expertise.
  • R&D-inspired hydrodynamics:
    Designed for smooth, efficient handling in a range of offshore conditions.
  • Unique bow design:
    Offers exceptional control and lift when running downwind.
  • Superb offshore performance:
    Stable, soft-riding, and confidence-inspiring in challenging conditions.

FAQ's

Can I have a sterndrive?
Sterndrive options are listed for each specific design, but send us an enquiry if you don’t see what you are looking for. Sterndrives are generally heavier than the equivalent single outboard, but have the advantage of being available in diesel. If you travel long distances or just like the economy and safety of a diesel it can make a lot of sense. With the current tech common rail turbo engines it is now possible to get a single diesel stern drive for around the same weight as 2 x 4 stroke outboards.
I'm after a hard top, but it's not shown as an option?
Hard tops are great in cooler weather, but there’s always a point where the windage and weight aloft just becomes too much on a smaller boat. If it’s not shown as an option that’s because it’s generally not a good idea!
What engine options can I have?
We design our boats for a range of horsepower ratings, and for standard outboard engine shaft lengths. Twin set ups are possible on the larger designs, depending on the weight and size of what you want to do. Send us an enquiry.
I like your designs, but I can't see the model/option that I want
Ask us! Sometimes there will be a new model in development already to fill that gap, or plans for one.
Can I have a design customised?
Of course. It’s almost always possible to have your own customised options. Sometimes there will be added cost, it just depends on the modification. Let us know what you want.
Can I buy the design only?
We only supply complete kits – sorry!
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