Holymoses
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So I always loved the Classic Design fit and Finish of Hallett boats from the time I came across a few on Lake Mead to my first ride in my buddies 300 Closed Bow. So when I had the opportunity to purchase a 340 I jumped all over it. My fear was I couldn't really find any reviews that offered any feedback on design, specs, ride quality ect. Well that was until I jumped on RDP and read the only review I could find on a 340 Model. Already having purchased the boat without running it I felt a little better about the deal. So as promised here is my first review from this past weekend running on Mead. Let's start with Towing down to the ramp. This boat is heavy, real heavy. Tow rig is a Ford Ranger jk F350 CCLB Diesel with Air Bags It feels heavier than my 40ft Weekend Warrior behind the truck. From what I could find online showed 7900lbs that has to be on the light side. The trailer is set up with electric over hydraulic brakes so a bonus stopping this beast. Once on the ramp was getting plenty of attention compliments and an offer if it was for sale So far so good! The boat is running 500efis Blue Motors Bravo Drives and Mirage 26p 4 blades. Friday was hot and breezy so a little chop nothing too crazy but much better than calm glassy water. She came right up on plain with Tabs down, suprisingly fast. Raised tabs to 3 on indicator so almost all the way up, drives only trimmed to 3. Instantly was reminded how solid Halletts are made. This is where heavy is good. I cruised across the lake at 48mph on my s gps off my phone. Speedo read 50mph, RPMs 3400. Boat can really corner for a big boat. Felt very stable with hard turns in either direction. Was burning off a mix of old and new fuel so never pushed for a top speed run. Overall I'm very happy with the performance fit and finish. Cabin is spacious with pumpout head, two cabin sinks and built in Ice chest, Nor Cold Fridge and bonus Side Door which is the only way to go on big closed bow boats. I will continue to post more pics comments as I get more familiar with her. I'd say first time out was a success!!!