Description
12 ft (3.65 m) Plywood Utility Skiff Plans
The 12 Foot Plywood Utility Skiff is a versatile and efficient small boat designed for fishing, transport, and recreational use in coastal and inland waters. With a moderate V-hull (variable deadrise), this skiff offers improved handling compared to flat-bottom boats while still remaining easy to build and lightweight.
Built using the stitch-and-glue construction method, this design is ideal for both beginners and experienced DIY boat builders. The structure is simple, requires minimal tools, and allows for precise hand cutting or CNC machining.
Technical Specifications
| Hull Length | 12 ft / 3.65 m |
| Hull Width | 5 ft 2 in / 1.58 m |
| Floor Dimensions | 35 7/16 in x 79 1/2 in (0.90 m x 2.02 m) |
| Side Depth (Stern) | 25 1/2 in / 65 cm |
| Side Depth (Bow) | 32 5/16 in / 82 cm |
| Cockpit Depth | 20 5/8 in / 52 cm |
| Stern Locker | 44 gallons / 165 liters |
| Side Lockers | 2 × 33 gallons / 2 × 125 liters |
| Bow Locker | 55 gallons / 205 liters |
| Deadrise (Stern) | 9° |
| Deadrise (2 m from Stern) | 13° |
| Dry Hull Weight | 297 lbs / 135 kg |
| Total Weight (Boat + Engine) | 420 lbs / 190 kg |
| Draft (with engine + 1 person) | 7 in / 18 cm |
| Displacement | 585 lbs / 265 kg |
| Maximum Persons | 2–3 |
| Design Category | C / D |
| Transom Angle | 12° |
| Transom Height | 20 in / 508 mm (Long Shaft “L”) |
| Outboard Engine | 8–15 HP |
| Max Speed | 10–15 mph |
| Fuel Capacity | Portable tank |
Materials & Construction
- Metric Version: designed for 6 mm and 12 mm plywood
- Imperial Version: designed for 1/4″ and 1/2″ plywood
Available Versions
- CNC Cutting Plans
- Hand-Cut Boat Plans
- Study Plans — not for construction
- Units: Imperial (inches) or Metric (millimeters)
Construction Method
This boat is built using the stitch-and-glue method, making it one of the most accessible techniques for home builders. Panels are stitched together and bonded with epoxy and fiberglass, resulting in a strong, lightweight structure.
- Very easy to cut by hand
- Minimal tools required
- Perfect for beginner builders
- Strong and durable hull structure
Product Note
This product includes digital boat plans only. No physical boat, materials, or engine are included.
