In addition, the key slot provides extra buoyancy to maximize performance for the increased weight of engines like Mercury's 400R. This created better draft, increased lateral stability, room for extra storage compartments, and improved shallow water take-off by decreasing dead rise.
Engineering pulled the transom back seven inches and added a key slot to the design.
Just as with the HV-24, the HV-26 is a high performance stepped, 'Pad V' hull. Fat Cat's HV-26 is designed for versatility and engineered for 'High Velocity' performance perfect for the professional guide, tournament angler or weekend fisherman in both in-shore and near off-shore waters.
