Torpedo 18

From the 1950’s when the Aristocraft Torpedo 14 was introduced, to the Torpedo 16 being introduced a few years ago, it is time for the 16 to grow into an 18. To keep up with a growing demand for bigger builds, we designed and built the new Torpedo 18. We wanted to keep the same traditional Torpedo look as its been an icon of Aristocraft boats since its introduction in the 50’s …. with a few changes.

When we started building the 18 hull, we knew we wanted to make it more family friendly to boating. I have kids myself, and like to be able to enjoy boating with entire family. So one of the changes we made was an open concept interior, where the kids could get to the front or back, without having to climb over a dash. We decided a walk-through was in order to accommodate this. We took the 16′ jig and converted the stern section of it so that it could fit both the 16′ and 18′ with minor changes. Once we had the hull built and the boat flipped upright, we started laying out the classic style fore deck with the raised cowl, and then got to work designing and laying out the inside with the walk-through. When we had it laid out how we wanted, we moved forward installing all the deck supports, seat supports etc.

Since it was now a walk through, we needed a nice walking path, so custom floorboards were in order to complete your journey from the rear seat to the front. Or in my kids’ case, to come take the wheel and banish me to the back of the boat. For added seating whenever it is needed, we designed a removable jump-seat that goes in between the two front seats to make it a solid bench. On the transom, we built two teak swim platforms on each side of the motor to complete the rear of the boat and aid in re-boarding the boat.

Let us know if we should get started on a new Torpedo 18 for you!