Deep-V hull

Name: Deep-V hull dimension sheet
Creator: Xem Studio
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

What is a deep-V hull and how much deadrise does it have? · Standard part · basis: Design rules and figures from the cited sources; example geometry by Xem Studio

Also called: deep v hull, deep vee, deadrise angle, deep v boat, rc deep vee, mono hull rc boat, v hull deadrise, 24 degree deadrise, deep v vs modified v, rough water hull, offshore hull

Exact dimensions. True size, with no printing tolerance added.

sizes: 6 in table

Notes

Deadrise is the angle between the bottom and horizontal on each side of the keel. Deep-V hulls run about 21-25 deg at the transom, which slices through chop for a smoother, drier ride (BoatTest).
The cost is efficiency and stability: deep-Vs are harder to push, need more power, are more trim-sensitive and can roll at rest (BoatTest).
In RC, deep-V monos are preferred for heat racing in rough water; one builder's notes put deep-V at about 21-26 deg and recommend 19-23 deg for heat racing (SV Design).
Used on: Pro Boat Stealthwake (RC, 20 deg transom).
The file is a reference example built by Xem Studio from the numbers above (Reference RC mono: 585 mm length and 20 deg transom deadrise (SV Design Stealthwake data); 181 mm is an unlabelled width in the same source's deadrise diagram.). Sizes the sources do not fix are illustrative; scale the example to your own vehicle.

Deep-V hull size chart

parameter	value or range	source
Deep-V transom deadrise	21-25 deg (25 rare)	BoatTest
Variable deadrise	up to 60 deg forefoot, 30-45 deg amidships	BoatTest
RC deep-V range	about 21-26 deg	SV Design (Stealthwake)
RC heat-racing sweet spot	19-23 deg	SV Design (Stealthwake)
RC mono CG	25-35% of length from transom, ~30% target	SV Design (Stealthwake)
RC mono CG (racer)	about 28-30% with half tank	Model Gas Boats forum

Where the files are

Other publishers' files are linked, not hosted. "verify" = check the license at the link before commercial use.

BoatTest	To Deep-V or Not to Deep-V	web	Publisher's page; dimensions are facts
SV Design	Pro Boat Stealthwake upgrades info (Feb 2022)	web	Publisher's page; dimensions are facts
Model Gas Boats forum	Need help setting up a mono for the first time	web	Publisher's page; dimensions are facts

Free files

★ Free files 1 parts. Xem Studio design: free to use, print and sell things from; not to be republished as files. Xem Studio Design License. index.json

deep-v-hull-hull

deep v hull, 585 × 181 mm, deadrise 22° (sections illustrative, scale to your boat)

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