Merry Fisher 625 with outboard what are they like

Oscar24 said:
Ive got a MF 645 with a Suzuki 115
An excellent boat for my location, Poole harbour.
I would recommend you go for the max HP engine for the boat, not sure what that would be but at least a 90.
I find that my boat has 2 realistic cruising speeds, 6kts and 18kts with a max speed of about 24kts
If the wind is over 12kts and gusting, docking can get interesting as there's no real control below 3kts and its a light boat.
Overall im very happy with it 👍
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Wot He says Plummy
Largest motor etc
I’ve not owned one delivered a few and done training on lots
Do what the say on the tin
I’d have one if I was in that market
 
ChromeDome said:
The design style with a wide hull and relatively short bow is a compromise that benefits stability when stationary or at low speed. At the cost of comfort at speed, if you go fast in a chop.


Not for comparison as such, but as an example of a different compromise:

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I have spent quite a lot of time on YouTube looking for MF videos but there are very few
 
Aren't we a happy bunch.. This boating lark is supposed to be enjoyable. (Still curious on the Fletcher graveyard thing, since I like Fletcher boats).

On topic, the boat looks to be around 1.2tonnes (1200kg) and knowing boats that is probably conservative so once you have a few extras onboard, then people, it will ramp up. Manufacturer seems to quote 30kts max with the 115 so probably take 5 off in normal loading, so for me around 115hp would be my choice. I'd rather run the largest motor at 75% than be running a smaller one near flat out.
 
Rule of thumb is that 100 hp per ton GW planing hull gives 30 kn. top speed if modified V-hull or flatter. Give 'n take for details, but approx. so.

Stumbled over a Norwegian review, auto-translated for your convenience:
The French call this typical Mediterranean vessel Pesche promenade. With a small wheelhouse and a bow, and a large, open and drained aft deck, the concept is fundamentally similar to our own yachts. It's a boat type developed from the experience of generations of seafarers - customised for the environment in which it will be used.
The Jeanneau Merry Fisher 625 is a typical French fishing boat, as evidenced by its standard rod holders and solid grab rails. Despite its plasticky and simple exterior and interior, the Jeanneau is a cosy boat. A plastic shell with a little interior was our first impulse, and it remains as we walk through the boat and take it out for a short test drive from Bergen to Askøy in grey February weather.
Uncomplicated
The Frenchman has a wheelhouse that is slightly to the starboard of the centre line, allowing good access to the foredeck on the port side. The foredeck is surrounded by a sea rail, with an opening in the bow. There is a large anchor locker in the deck. Two cross braces are on the foredeck, plus a bow roller for a possible anchor. The lantern guide with combined red and green side lanterns mounted on the centre post of the front windows is hardly a good solution in the dark. The driver's window is fitted with a simple wiper.
The aft deck is the dominant outdoor space on the Jeanneau 625. You'll find good railing, solid mooring fittings with large tailgates and fishing rod holders here. The high racks show that the deck is designed for fishing - and is therefore spacious and safe, with good drainage around the large hatch down to the combined tank and cargo hold. Further aft, the boat has a clean and tidy engine well, with a swim ladder on the port side and an ample stowage space to starboard. In this, we would have liked to see a separate drained box - not just an opening to the ample space below the aft deck. Access to the hold is excellent via a large deck hatch. Here you have access to the petrol tank, battery, petrol filter and bilge pump. All are properly and neatly installed. The test boat was connected to a non-standard battery charger, adding extra loose wires.
Dry in grey weather
It's nice to be able to close the door behind you in the wheelhouse, which has good headroom. The door can be locked in an open position.
We fully opened the throttle on the 115 hp Suzuki hanging on the transom, and the little fishing boat quickly reached almost 30 knots. Yet it's surprisingly quiet in the single wheelhouse, where we measured the noise at 82 dBA at top speed. The boat responds quickly to trim and behaves safely and predictably in all manoeuvres - right up to top speed.
The wheelhouse is like the rest of the boat - simple and uncomplicated. The driver's seat is on the starboard side, and a combined galley module with seating is on the port side. This seating, without a handrail or backrest, is only usable on flat sea voyages. The boat has a galley - albeit a bit fragmented. The small sink is behind the driver's seat, and the cooker is in the bench module on the port side. There is relatively generous stowage space adjacent to the galley and driver's cabin.
Under the foredeck is a U-shaped sofa (it has no back cushion, although a folding table on a pillar indicates that it should be possible to sit here). With the help of infill panels, it easily converts into a spacious berth for two people.
In front of the driver's console on the starboard side is an optional water block where you can sit very comfortably. There is plenty of practical stowage space in the cabin area.
The driver's seat works well, with a comfortable chair that can be adjusted lengthwise. There is a good harmony between the placement of the various functions, and the driver has a good view out of the windows and over the console. There is plenty of space for retrofitting electronics, and we give a plus for the excellent compass in the direction of visibility. The side windows on both the driver and passenger sides can be opened.


CONCLUSION.
The Jeanneau Merry Fisher 625 is a straightforward boat - but in our opinion provides a lot of practicality for a relatively reasonable price. It is an excellent means of transport in the archipelago and offers good performance with moderate motorisation.
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ChromeDome said:
Rule of thumb is that 100 hp per ton GW planing hull gives 30 kn. top speed if modified V-hull or flatter. Give 'n take for details, but approx. so.

Stumbled over a Norwegian review, auto-translated for your convenience:
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Thanks for that. So that aligns pretty much with my thinking. Just shy of 30kts in review conditions. So once you've bought her and thrown your own equipment and bodies onboard etc mid to late 20's is probably where's she's at on an average day. I would expect any test boat to be close to optimal for any test results.
 
It is that Plumbs has many fletchers maybe 6,7, and does tend not to use them ,as he has many others . Yes it his choice , it seems strange .
 
Fire99 said:
Nothing dramatic. Probably between 15 and 19ft and outboard driven. We had one in the family years ago. Nice little things.
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I have a nice 19 foot Bow rider with a 200 hp Yam on the back I might be willing to sell. Brand new canopy also
 
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