Where are Robalo boats made?

Nashville, Georgia
Every Robalo is hand built with pride in Nashville, Georgia in a 1.2 million square foot production facility, which has earned us the title of World’s Largest Single Site Boat Builder.

Are Robalo boats negotiable?

Are Robalo Boats Negotiable? With Robalo Reel Deal, you can get out on the water faster by removing MSRP from the purchase process, which eliminates the hassle of negotiation. A Reel Deal boat will have a single, fair, nationally advertised price.

Why are Robalo boats so heavy?

Most agree that the hulls are heavy due to the strong build, making them slower than lighter brands but a very smooth and stable ride in offshore conditions. Kevlar reinforces some areas of the hull. This is done to lessen the impact of the waves, making the ride smoother.

Is there wood in Robalo boats?

There is definitely wood used in my 2016 R200 in some places, I can see it above the fuel tank when I peek in through the inspection port.

How long is a Robalo r160?

16′ 4”
Specifications

Length Overall	16′ 4” / 4.98 m
Weight Capacity	880 lbs. 399 kg
Person Capacity	6
Fuel Capacity	12 gal. 45 L
Water Capacity	N/A

Is there any wood in a Robalo boat?

How much does a Robalo R160 weight?

1,600 lbs.
The R160 weighs in at 1,600 lbs. (726 kg), while other 16′ (4.87 m) center consoles weigh in from 1,000 lbs. to 1,600 lbs.

Is the Robalo 242 a good center console boat?

From bow to stern, the 242 is a smooth-riding, well-built boat. If you’re in the market for a very fishable center console that won’t break the family budget, consider the Robalo 242. You’ll be glad you did. “From bow to stern, the R242 is a smooth-riding, well-built center console with the features serious anglers will appreciate.”

Is a Robalo a good boat to drive?

This boat is a pleasure to drive, as I discovered thanks to Fish Tale Marina in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, a leading Robalo dealer. The boat pops on plane within seconds with no discernible bow rise, and it rides as soft as freshly fallen snow. Don’t expect any surprises or errant spray either.

How fast can a 242 Hydrolift go?

At 4,500 rpm, an easy cruising pace, the 242 pegged the GPS at 33.7 mph while consuming a miserly 15.4 gallons of fuel. The base boat comes with a single 250-hp four-stroke, which I expect would perform equally well with the Hydrolift hull. The changes from its predecessor are in the boat’s top cap and layout.

Is the R242 center console the new R240?

Robalo Boats is the latest company to use this approach. Their new R242 Center Console supplants the venerable R240, and based on first impressions and our pevaluation, they don’t have a thing to worry about. The newest addition is a surefire winner.