Spot On is nifty in the heels with a large fishing deck
an extendable boom above, under the canopy for when hauling pots or scallop dredges. On the opposite side on the aft screen is the emergency mounted hand bilge pumping system. This has a wandering suction pipe that may reach all compartments and has overboard discharge.
There are four water proof hatches in the cockpit sole, two giving access to the machinery spaces and two to additional stowage spaces. There are two 900 litre fuel tanks and 240 litres of water in tanks forward under the main cabin sole.
Stepping inside the main cabin the heads and shower are immediately to port providing a large washroom for both divers, and the more fully built fisherman alike. Opposite, to starboard, is an adequate galley space complete with a sink and hot and cold fresh water, a food prep area and small two-burner gas hob. There is a small under-sink fridge along with drawers and cupboards providing ample stowage for the galley. On the for'ard end of the sink cabinet are two of the vessel's fire extinguishers, mounted and for ready use.
For'ard of the galley to starboard is the main and lower helm station. It was interesting to note the use of a fully ergonomic John Deere tractor seat as the helm seat. We understand that these seats are designed for tractor drivers bouncing around a paddock so make equally good helm seats for boats. They are an affordable price as well.
The main conning position affords good vision of all four corners of the vessel from the helm which makes life easy when manoeuvring in marinas or canals. The on-board electronics system is quite extensive, including radar, plot, GPS and fishfinder with a slave system mounted up in the fly bridge helm station. Opposite is the raised U shaped dinette, once again with handy stowage underneath the floor and seating. Up forward under the fo'c'sle is a large, find a space crash pad, for resting weary bones. There is a large cross-step with removable squab below the escape or access hatch above. This is a handy place to stand where you can operate the anchor winch in inclement weather with a foot control. This hatch also gives access to the
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