Description
24 Foot (7.45 m) Aluminum Utility Skiff Plans with Pilot House
The 24 Foot (7.45 m) Aluminum Utility Skiff with Pilot House is a large, rugged, and versatile welded aluminum boat designed for fishing, professional use, equipment transport, recreational cruising, and coastal operations.
A fully enclosed pilot house provides protection from wind, rain, and changing weather conditions, making this design particularly suitable for longer trips and extended seasons on the water.
The cabin includes two sleeping berths and provides flexibility for adapting the interior arrangement to suit the builder’s individual requirements.
Main Features
- 24′ 5 1/16″ (7.45 m) welded aluminum utility skiff
- Fully enclosed pilot house
- Two sleeping berths
- Maximum crew: 6 persons
- Design Category C
- Outboard engine range: 75–250 HP
- 25″ (635 mm) XL-shaft transom
- Dual fuel tank system
- Large stern storage compartments
- Metric and imperial plan versions
- CNC-ready cutting files
Technical Specifications
- Hull length: 24′ 5 1/16″ (7.45 m)
- Hull width / beam: 8′ 23/32″ (2.46 m)
- Maximum draft: 1′ 1 25/32″ (35 cm)
- Air draft to top of pilot house: 7′ 6 7/16″ (2.30 m)
- Dry hull weight: 2,755 lbs (1,250 kg)
- Maximum crew: 6 persons
- Design category: C
- Transom height: 25″ (635 mm) – XL shaft
- Recommended outboard engine: 75–250 HP
Engine and Fuel System
- Outboard engine range: 75–250 HP
- Transom height: 25″ (635 mm) – XL shaft
- Fuel Tank 1: 75 gallons (270 liters)
- Fuel Tank 2: 38 gallons (145 liters)
- Dual fuel tank arrangement for increased cruising range and practical weight distribution
Stern Lockers and Storage
- Center stern locker: 44 gallons (165 liters)
- Left side stern locker: 28 gallons (105 liters)
- Right side stern locker: 28 gallons (105 liters)
The large stern storage compartments provide useful space for batteries, safety equipment, fishing gear, tools, mooring equipment, and other onboard accessories.
Aluminum Construction
Imperial Version
- Bottom, frames, and stringers: 3/16″ aluminum
- Sides: 5/32″ aluminum
- Deck, pilot house, seats, console, and floor: 1/8″ aluminum
- Keel and transom: 1/2″ aluminum
Metric Version
- Bottom, frames, and stringers: 5 mm aluminum
- Sides: 4 mm aluminum
- Deck, pilot house, seats, console, and floor: 3 mm aluminum
- Keel and transom: 12 mm aluminum
Pilot House and Interior
The enclosed pilot house provides a protected steering position and additional comfort during longer trips or operation in colder and wetter conditions.
The cabin incorporates two sleeping berths, making overnight trips possible. The interior arrangement can also be customized to accommodate additional seating, storage, electronics, navigation equipment, or other equipment required by the owner.
What’s Included in the Plans?
- CNC-ready cutting files (DXF)
- Detailed assembly drawings
- Material specifications and plate thickness information
- Pilot house construction drawings
- Recommended fabrication and welding information
- Additional construction details and optional features
- Metric and imperial versions
- 238-page step-by-step illustrated assembly manual covering the complete construction process from material preparation to final assembly
Construction and Skill Level
Difficulty level: Advanced.
Due to its size, structural complexity, pilot house, and heavy-duty aluminum construction, this design is best suited to experienced aluminum fabricators, professional workshops, or shipyards.
Experienced DIY builders with appropriate aluminum welding skills, fabrication equipment, and sufficient workshop space can also undertake the project.
The construction documentation includes recommended welding procedures and assembly sequences to help maintain correct hull geometry and minimize heat distortion during welding.
Fishing, Work and Recreational Use
The combination of a large working deck, enclosed pilot house, substantial storage capacity, dual fuel tanks, and powerful outboard capability makes this design suitable for a wide range of applications.
- Fishing and angling
- Coastal and inshore cruising
- Professional and commercial utility applications
- Transporting passengers, tools, and equipment
- Longer recreational trips
- All-weather boating
Why Choose the 24 Foot Aluminum Utility Skiff?
- Heavy-duty marine aluminum construction
- Large and practical working deck
- Fully enclosed pilot house
- Two sleeping berths
- Large stern storage system
- Dual fuel tanks for extended range
- 75–250 HP engine range
- Capacity for up to six persons
- Customizable cabin and interior arrangement
- Comprehensive CNC and assembly documentation
The 24 Foot Aluminum Utility Skiff with Pilot House is designed for builders who need a strong, dependable, and highly practical aluminum boat capable of handling fishing, transport, professional work, and extended recreational use.
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Boat plans can be adapted to different dimensions, layouts, construction methods, and materials, including plywood, aluminum, steel, HDPE, wood, and fiberglass.
If you like this boat but would prefer a different size, interior layout, transom height, engine configuration, or construction material, contact us and tell us what you need.
We can advise you on the most suitable construction method and let you know whether your requested modifications are technically possible.
Please note that changes to the dimensions, structure, or construction material may require additional engineering and structural adjustments.
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