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1981 Thunderbird / Formula F-233 Sportsman
The 1981, F-233 Sportsman is a 23.25 foot inboard/outboard boat. The weight of the boat is 4307 lbs. which does not include passengers, aftermarket boating accessories, or fuel.
While this utility does have a hull made of fiberglass, it is beneficial to keep the boat clean and dry by covering it properly while not in use. Good maintenance and care can help your vessel stay in good condition and have a higher value at resale. Applicable engine information has been included below since a boat needs reliable power.
Information on this page is provided to you as a free service of iboats.com. Because this information has come from many sources we can not guarantee its accuracy. Even if this information is the same as the original factory specs, boats are sometimes modified. Thus, for safety and other reasons, it is a good idea to verify information here to make sure it matches up with your boat. For additional information, we recommend the iboats forums and a boating safety course.
Engine Information:
This boat may have come with the following or other engines :
(In the interest of safety, never exceed the manufacturer's maximum horsepower rating for your boat.)
198 hp
370 hp with 2 engines ( 185 hp per engine)
280 hp diesel
Fishing Gear
Accessorize your fishing boat in order to spend more quality time on the water!
Fishing Seats
Fish in comfort from a padded seat with a back. Many confortable upright and fold-down fishing style seats are available with your choice of colors.
Thunderbird / Formula Rub Rails
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Trim Tabs
Automatic trim tabs are now the rage as they give you better performance and handling. They are like shock absorbers for your boat. Do a search in the iboats forums on "smart tab" if you need convincing.
Trolling Motors
Minn Kota and MotorGuide trolling motors and accessories.
While this utility does have a hull made of fiberglass, it is beneficial to keep the boat clean and dry by covering it properly while not in use. Good maintenance and care can help your vessel stay in good condition and have a higher value at resale. Applicable engine information has been included below since a boat needs reliable power.
Information on this page is provided to you as a free service of iboats.com. Because this information has come from many sources we can not guarantee its accuracy. Even if this information is the same as the original factory specs, boats are sometimes modified. Thus, for safety and other reasons, it is a good idea to verify information here to make sure it matches up with your boat. For additional information, we recommend the iboats forums and a boating safety course.
Engine Information:
This boat may have come with the following or other engines :
(In the interest of safety, never exceed the manufacturer's maximum horsepower rating for your boat.)
198 hp
370 hp with 2 engines ( 185 hp per engine)
280 hp diesel
Parts, Accessories & Upgrades to Consider:
Would these parts and accessories improve your boating and experience?
Fishing Gear
Accessorize your fishing boat in order to spend more quality time on the water!
Fishing Seats
Fish in comfort from a padded seat with a back. Many confortable upright and fold-down fishing style seats are available with your choice of colors.
Thunderbird / Formula Rub Rails
Get a brand new, great looking rub rail for your Thunderbird / Formula Boat
Trim Tabs
Automatic trim tabs are now the rage as they give you better performance and handling. They are like shock absorbers for your boat. Do a search in the iboats forums on "smart tab" if you need convincing.
Trolling Motors
Minn Kota and MotorGuide trolling motors and accessories.
Information on this page has come from multiple third parties and can not be guaranteed to be accurate.