| Owner | Jack Knopf |
|---|---|
| Owner's Other EVs | 1964 Chevelle Malibu 1980 Kawasaki 2000 Kia Sephia 1959 Berkley 1966 Harley Davidson H Model Sprint |
| Location | Decatur, Texas US map |
| Web/Email | WebPage |
| Vehicle | 1968 Owens Yacht 42' Hybrid Electric |
| Motor | Baldor Compound Wound DC 12HP, 72 Volt |
| Drivetrain | 15" Prop |
| Controller | Contactor, reversing. |
| Batteries | 4 Trojan 360AH, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded 4 360AH in series for 24 Volts. |
| System Voltage | 24 Volts |
| Charger | Everstart |
| Instrumentation | Ampmeter, Voltmeter |
| Top Speed | 5 MPH ( 8 KPH) Cruised pretty good. |
| Acceleration | Slow |
| Range | 3 Miles ( 4 Kilometers) |
| Seating Capacity | 20 adults |
| Curb Weight | 20,000 Pounds (9,090 Kilograms) |
| Tires | None |
| Conversion Time | 4 days |
| Conversion Cost | $500 |
| There is a video of the motor running on my web site at the bottom of the home page. Click on the link saying "More pictures of motor and yacht". | |
1968 Owens Yacht
“Positive 130”
Last Updated 01-01-2007
Copyright © 1997-2008 by Mike Chancey