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Inside has all the mod-cons to satisfy large appetites. Next to this is a dining table and to starboard is another bench seat for passengers. Watertight hatches in each hull open to reveal soundproofed machinery spaces fitted with a 596kW D13 Volvo diesel. Each engine is coupled to a HamiltonJet HJ364 blueArrow, mounted and connected to the jet units using Beatty driveshafts through Brevini couplings to ensure no vibration is transferred into the hull. The power unit is very smooth in operation. Access to the saloon is through a double sliding door, which may be left open, partially closed or shut, depending on the weather. Immediately inside this door to starboard is an L-shaped galley with a three-burner gas stove, a sink and a bench with a refrigerator below. To port, a door opens to the head and shower. For'ard of this on the port side is L-shaped seating for about four people around a wood-trimmed dining table. Two more can sit on the pair of crank-stemmed stools which can be swiveled out of the way. On the opposite side is the helmstation with a large settee where two may sit comfortably with all the electronics and controls within easy reach. The electronic package includes a chartplotter, a fishfinder and a radar. These can be displayed on two multi-function screens, with the engine gauges to the left and the blueArrow controls and throttle to the right. The VHF radio is centrally mounted so either the skipper or a crewmember can use it to communicate. Visibility from the helm is excellent, even considering the minor blind spot just for'ard of the port quarter where the head is situated. Dropped down into each hull are functional bunks designed for cuddly and snuggly, or "Keep to your own sleeping bags please" for the boys. The house batteries are stowed under the cockpit seat and there is a large Vectron converter to provide 240 volt power. It is interesting to note all the lighting is 240 volts, as well as the entertainment, television and stereo. A califont sheltered outside under the eaves provides an ample supply of hot water. The interior of the Senator 1700 is lined with Frontrunner fabric throughout and boat carpet is also glued to the main decking on the foredeck. This provides an ideal spot for sunbathing, is soft on the feet when moving around and resolves any problems of salt corrosion. The interior décor is quite shaded and dark, which NZ WORKBOAT REVIEW 2012 31 The wide expansive deck area is pleasing and easy on the eyes. It's also easy to clean and makes a comfortable environment for the crew and passengers. The Senator 1700 would make an excellent working charterboat for fishing and general use. Length Beam Draft Deadweight Engines Power Service speed Builder and designer 17m 5.6m 700mm at rest 400mm underway 18.5 tonnes 2 x D13 Volvo marine diesels 2 x 596kW (800hp) Propulsion 2 x HJ364 HamiltonJet blueArrow waterjets Top speed 42 knots 30 knots Senator Boats UNBEATABLE VALUE Impressive Performance, Distinctive Good Looks When looking for your new alloy boat, SENATOR has a model to suit you, from 4m to 16m, Pontoon or now the Typhoon plate option. Check out the size, roominess, standard features of the range, you will find more for your boating dollar with SENATOR. ADD to that inherently safe, soft ride, stability at rest, you have a proven recipe for a great time on the water. Custom Builds on larger boats available SAFE, PROVEN, TRUSTED Dealers from Whangarei to Invercargill. Find out more! Call now… spec's VIP.WB11