Digger 17

She’s built over frames or as a taped seam. 11 sheets of 1/2″plywood is all it takes and a 1″ thick bottom makes her feel like a rock underway, not to mention less worry of puncture. There’s a sheer strake option that is a pretty addition (as shown) for little extra effort or she can be slab sided as most work boats are. She’s hefty, but not heavy and this makes for a secure feeling aboard.

Design Specs

Designer: 
Paul (PAR) Riccelli
Year of Design: 
2009
LOA: 
17'
Beam: 
6'
Draft: 
Not much with the engine up
Displacement: 
1,193 as drawn - hull weight is less then 500 lbs.
Materials: 
Wood
Propulsion: 
outboard 10 to 30 HP
Skill Level to Build: 
novice
Cost: 
$20 study plans (hard copy plans are shipped free in the continental USA), $15 for download, $80 full set, $65 for download (USD)
Contact Information: 

PARyachts@comcast.net
34539 Marshall Road
Eustis, FL, USA 32736
Phone: 352/357-1248