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McLay Sportsman 551 | Aluminium Fishing & Family Boat | Warren Hay Marine

McLay Sportsman 551 | Aluminium Fishing & Family Boat | Warren Hay Marine

Regular price $57,334.00 NZD
Regular price Sale price $57,334.00 NZD
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The McLay 551 Sportsman delivers the perfect balance of performance, practicality, and family-friendly boating in a compact and easy-to-own package. Built from premium New Zealand aluminium, the 551 Sportsman is designed to provide a stable, confidence-inspiring ride while remaining easy to tow, launch, and handle.

Its open layout maximises usable cockpit space, making it ideal for fishing, diving, watersports, and family adventures. The raised bow offers protection from the elements, while the proven McLay hull delivers excellent stability at rest and a smooth ride underway. Whether you're exploring local harbours, heading offshore for a day's fishing, or spending quality time on the water with family and friends, the 551 Sportsman is ready for the task.

Combining rugged construction, practical design, and outstanding value, the McLay 551 Sportsman continues the McLay tradition of building boats that are tough enough for New Zealand conditions and enjoyable for every member of the family. Backed by a 5-year structural hull warranty and supported by over 20 years of McLay expertise at Warren Hay Marine, the 551 Sportsman is built to deliver years of reliable boating enjoyment.

Key Specifications

  • Length Overall (LOA): 5.50m
  • Beam: 2.08m
  • Freeboard: 640mm
  • Approximate Hull Weight: 900kg
  • Transom Height: 20"
  • Recommended Horsepower: 60–100hp

Pricing is for base model which includes

Boat

Side & top thickness - marine grade 3mm
Marine grade 5mm chines (bottom)
Welded 4mm tread plate floor giving underfloor buoyancy
Fuel tanks (portable) - 2 x 25L
Bow sprit with rope guides and rails
Cabin hatch
Cabin shelves
Welded alloy rod holders - 4
Cable steering
Wrap around Perspex screen
Fishing rod / storage alongside of cockpit
Two marine lined ply squabs with storage underneath in cabin
Swivel seats on pedestals
Large transom locker
Sportsman transom & pod
Two platforms, handrails and ladder
Self draining anchor locker with lid
Dash handrail
Helm and passenger footsteps
Front alloy bollard & 2 rear alloy cleats

Electrics

Wiring harness to run standard electrics & accessories
VHF & aerial
Lowrance Hook 2-7" GPS / Sounder
Battery, battery box and on/off switch
Bilge pump 1100 GPH
Navigation Lights
Anchor Light

Paint

Nyalic inside and out

Motor

Mercury 60HP EXLPT 4 stroke
Motor fitted and tank tested

Trailer

Single axle

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