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MTU will present its new yacht engine
series 200CR at Boot 2004 in Dusseldorf and at the Miami Boat Show.
Initially, the eight and 10 cylinder
variants will be presented with 895 and 1120kW respectively (1200
and 1500hp) with subsequent 12 and 16 cylinder versions to follow.
The power density of the new 10V 2000
CR has been increased to match the output of the 12V 2000 currently
on the market. In addition, the new 10 cylinder engine will be a
third smaller in bulk volume and will carry around 80 per cent of
its weight. The power-to-weight ratio of the new engine is 1.99kg/kW
(1.48kg/hp dry).
The 2000CR series uses Common Rail injection
(CR) and a turbocharger system that creates a higher charge pressure
and forces more air into the combustion chambers.
Enquiries: MTU. Tel: NSW (02) 8822 7000.
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Okuma Titus
Gold Series
Okuma has announced two new additions to the Titus
Gold series; the TG-15-S and the larger TG-20-S.
With heavy duty high-speed gearing (6.0:1) the reels
feature side plates and a one-piece frame machined from T6-6061
aircraft grade aluminium.
Internal components include oversized stainless steel
gears, five stainless steel ball bearings and oversized composite
stainless steel drag washers sealed against salt water corrosion.
Both reels have a lever drag system with the control
knob and drag lever made from forged aluminium and a stainless steel
handle with a large rubber grip. The loud strike alarm has a new
design of a stainless steel pawl.
The anti-reverse system has a ratchet with two pawls,
each with anti-reverse spring. The reels come with a five-year guarantee
and a nationwide spare parts service.
Enquiries: Fishing tackle stores.
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Aigle Maramu Boot & Chisco Range
The famous Aigle boot is now available in Australia.
Designed by the team in France, it is made from natural
rubber latex and offers strength and durability. The boots also
come with a lightweight Actimum grip sole and side lace up.
For the sports and outdoors fanatics, the Chisco
sports accessories provide a range of innovative solutions for an
active lifestyle.
Stop flying hats from going overboard with a cap
retainer, keep glasses above the water with a glassfloat and licences
getting wet with a waterproof floating marsupial keychain.
Enquiries: Burke Pty Ltd.
Tel: (02) 9638 4333.
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Bombardier
Expands Johnson Range
Bombardier Recreational Products has
announced the addition of 17 new outboard engines, including five
new power platforms to its Johnson outboard engine line-up for 2004.
The Johnson four-stroke line expands
to 16 different horsepower sizes, ranging from four to 225hp in
36 different model configurations. The two-stroke line-up includes
14 horsepower sizes ranging from 3.5 to 175hp in 41 different models
with a new line-up of commercial engines.
The new four-stroke models for 2004
include a 225, 200, 30, 25 and 9.9hp.
“The big news in the expanded
line of Johnson four-strokes is the 200 (147kW) and 225 (165kW)
V6 engines,” said Roch Lambert, vice president and general
manager of the boats and outboard engine division. “They’re
smooth and quiet but provide the power that boaters want.”
Each Johnson two-stroke outboard engine
comes with long-life DeepGuard corrosion protection to ensure maximum
durability and reliability.
All Johnson four-stroke and two-stroke
engines come with a two-year non-declining limited warranty.
Enquiries: Bombardier Recreational Products.
Tel: 1300 734 059
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Hutchwilco
Challenger Inflatables
Hutchwilco has recently received Australian
Standards approval (AS1512*) of the adult 150N manual and
automatic models in the Challenger Inflatables range of lifejackets.
Now rated as PFD-1s the Hutchwilco Challenger
PFDs provide the wearer with nearly twice the buoyancy of
a conventional PFD.
They rapidly turn the wearer onto their back
position in the water, with the automatic version inflating
within five seconds of immersion. The manual version is inflated
by pulling a cord on the right front side of the PFD.
Easy-to-use rearming kits are available allowing
the Challenger to be rearmed after each inflation.
Both models are supplied in a versatile multi-fit
adult style and also meet EN396 standards and AYF requirements
(when worn with the Hutchwilco crotch strap).
Enquiries: BLA. Tel: (07) 3890 1690.
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Lenco Trim
Tabs
Trim tabs make a significant difference to how a
boat rides and steers.
CE certified, Lenco trim tabs have a self-locking
electric screw ball design to provide a smoother ride with increased
safety and fuel economy.
The 12-gauge last cut stainless steel trim tab plates
and hinges, together with the glass fibre reinforced plastic cylinder
components in the trim tab rams, make them strong, UV resistant
and maintenance free.
The tabs are fitted with 7.6 metres of 8mm twin core
double insulated cable, waterproofed at the entry point for continuous
submersion.
The system uses a 12-volt, 5 amp motor with 270kg
thrust. Ram size of 320mm by 64mm (tapering to 37mm at the halfway
point).
Supplied in kit form that contains stainless steel
trim tab plates, actuators, mounting hardware and waterproof control
panel.
Sizes range from 228mm x 228mm for four to six metre
boats, up to 305mm x 610mm rolled end mounts for seven to 12-metre
boats to fit any boat with 12-volt actuators.
Enquiries: BLA. Tel: (07) 3890 1690.
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In-Car GPS
Navman has announced the Australian launch of the
Navman iCN620 an in-car, fully transferable GPS navigation system.
Standard on the iCN620 is Navman’s digital
navigation and mapping route guidance software. Navman’s Map
installer allows users to select specific maps allowing them to
travel between states. The software delivers a library of full-colour,
street-level mapping or the whole of Australia, including country
towns.
Other features include voice-enabled guidance that
issues early announcements for roundabout and motorway exits, putting
the driver at ease over a long journey in unfamiliar country, while
the Back-on-Track technology re-calculates and re-routes should
the driver veer off course.
The software offers point of interest (POI) address
data, allowing the user to plan routes. Points of interest can include,
retail shops, local amenities and the like. The iCN620 has a high-definition
automotive rated 3.5-inch TFT QVGA screen and enables users to download
maps from their desktop PC.
The unit has a 12-channel parallel GPS receiver and
up-to-date Sirf GPS chip-set to ensure low power consumption, low
electrical noise interference and high GPS signal gain.
The iCN620 comes with two versatile mounting brackets
for the dashboard or windscreen, an internal power cable, a cigarette
lighter charger and soft protective case.
Enquiries: Navman Australia.
Tel: (02) 9818 8382.
Website: www.navman.com
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Simrad Acquires B&G
Marine electronics manufacturer, Simrad
has announced the acquisition of UK company B&G Ltd (Brookes
and Gatehouse), from Yeoman Group Plc.
Simrad President Jan Berner said,
“B&G will continue to run as a separate company and
we envisage little change at the company’s Romsey headquarters.
This acquisition allows us to further consolidate our position
as a premium brand manufacturer and provides us with access to
additional technologies. In turn B&G will benefit from great
exposure to worldwide markets through an extensive marketing program.”
Simrad is part of the Kongsberg Group,
one of Norway’s leading high technology corporations. Approximately
two-thirds of the group’s operating revenues are currently
earned from the manufacture of maritime electronics and systems
for commercial shipping, offshore, fishing and leisure markets.
Enquiries: Quin Marine.
Tel: (08) 8447 1277.
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Burke Pro Race
Raymarine Joystick
One of the advantages of a joystick is the ability
to be anywhere on board relaxing with family and friends while still
maintaining full rudder control and the ability to override the
autopilot at any time.
Designed specifically for medium size craft, the new control is
easy to install and compatible with other Raymarine technology including
SeaTalk and SmartPilot systems. The joystick provides power assisted
manual control of the rudder using the current pilot’s course
computer and drive unit.
Enquiries: Oceantalk.
Tel: (02) 9981 9500.
Email: sales@oceantalk.com
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