38 Deep V

The Checkmate is Bowen’s proven performance boat with many successful race performances in races in Puerto Rico, Trinidad, Antigua, Grenada, and even in Key West.

Our logo, the horse's head of a chess game, and the most successful 38 racing boat once owned by a former shareholder of Bowen, inspired our naming this model.

The Checkmate is a versatile boat that can be built to go over 110 or outfitted to carry 25 people, DDI, scuba diving, or whale watching. The 38, like all our models, can handle the roughest of waters and can be built with a cuddy cabin for weekend trips.

38'

Length

9'6"

Beam

180 gal

Fuel Capacity

20 gal

Water Capacity

8,000lbs

Hull Weight

Features

STANDARD FEATURES

  • White Gelcoated hand laid hull
  • Cored Sub-Floor
  • White fiberglass deck
  • Fuel Tank
  • Vinyl Gunnel Trim
  • Fiberglass Battery Boxes (2)
  • Bilge Pump & Float Switch
  • 20 Gal. Water Tank
  • Console
  • Windshield and Stainless Steel grab rail
  • Bow and Stern Eyes
  • Fiberglass Floor with Non-Skid Finish
  • Stainless Steel Rod Holders (1 pair)
  • Stainless Steel Cleats and Rope Chocks
  • Stainless Steel Bow and Stern Lights
  • Upholstered Steering

OPTIONAL FEATURES

  • Bimni/Hardtops
  • Engine Brackets
  • Trailers
  • Marine Stereos / radio / speakers
  • Colour coordinated bezels
  • Awlgrip Paint

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