Hooker Boats Home Safe Every-Time Australians love their freedom. They love their outdoor lifestyles and the water. They love fishing. Since 1998, Hooker Boats has led the way in the commercial fishing industry with well proven fishing dories that are put though the most demanding test in the most demanding seas. Charter operators demand the best for their day to day sea going businesses, and the Hooker range fills their needs perfectly. Hooker Boats offer commercial fishing dories, Tiller steer models, Centre Console configurations, walk around cabin models and ski boats. Be it mates having fun fishing, families enjoying quality time together fishing or even a fun day skiing, a Hooker Boat can bring people together and create some fun in your life. For the team at Hooker Boats, it is about pride and passion that goes into building a Hooker Boat, giving you the best from our talents. Skills that take many years to fine tune are imputed into a Hooker Boat, and at Hooker Boats we aim to provide a high class quality boat that will keep you and your family safe. Hooker Boats are designed to optimize the ride in rough water and to incorporate maximum room capacity for fishing platforms. Minimum time is required for cleaning your boat through the no fuss deck layouts. The Australian rough waters are no match for a Hooker Boat, with deep dead rise performance, external pods on the larger models, wide chine s for ease out of a hole, travelling at speed through rough waters is done with ease, and very smooth. As fiberglass absorbs the shock and being a deep vee hull, the smooth ride is gentle on your back and very dry. From the early days of a 5.2mt fishing dory, now with more than a dozen models to choose from, six different hull sizes and many different floor plans, there is a Hooker Boat to suit your boating needs.
Contents PRO FISHERMAN RANGE 8mtr Pro Fisherman 4 6.7mtr Pro Fisherman 6 6mtr Pro Fisherman 8 5mtr Pro Fisherman 10 WRC RANGE 8mtr WRC 12 6.7mtr WRC 14 TILLER RANGE 6mtr Tiller Steer 16 5mtr Tiller Steer 18 GRANDEUR 8mtr Grandeur 20 SKI BOAT Scorpion Venom 22 Construction Standards are High The Hooker Boats made today are the best because their hull laminate is all hand laid for consistency, built with a laminate that has proven itself with commercial and charter fisherman in some horrendous seas by fisherman who use and punish boats on a daily basis. There is no timber used at all and the under floor has the positive floatation (closed cell) that will need to be of a standard in the future and the soft dry ride of the Hookers are second to none. The fully foam filled hulls meet survey requirements. All floors are made from a sheeted honeycomb, reducing weight, and superior in strength, will not rot and adds to positive flotation. All wiring is tinned and twin sheath and high quality stainless steel is use throughout. At the end of the day, it is the employees at Hooker that put their dedication and passion into building the boats that gives a high quality finish. has been proven to be stronger and less likely to puncher on impact with sharp objects compared to other materials. Fuels tanks in all Hooker Boats models are of large capacity and are constructed from fiberglass, fitted with dual 50mm fillers for free flowing fuel filling at the petrol bowser. A solid safe construction has always the priority at Hooker Boats as our motto is Home Safely Every Time, and there is no compromise when it comes to you and your family getting home safely. The Hooker Boats are made from materials that are leading edge in the marine industry and are a quality Australian product. With deep vee hulls and constructed from fiberglass which absorbs the shock, travelling through the rough waters of Australia is a breeze giving a very comfortable smooth ride. Fiberglass
8mtr. Pro Fisherman :: Trailerable Game Fishing PRO FISHERMAN RANGE 4.
Large fuel capacity and a huge amount of fishing room, you can t go past the 8 metre Pro Fisherman as a trailerable game fishing boat. Add a game chair and you re away after the Big Game. Having a centre console enabling full walk around, fishing is a breeze for all on board. Four large eskies are built in, so no need to bring extra eskies to take up your valuable fishing room, and a very large 600ltr under floor kill pen for those monster fish. A generous console to get you out of the weather elements and plenty of room to flush mount those necessity electronics. Shaded with a stainless steel targa top and filled with some serious hardware, the 8mtr will suit the serious offshore game fisherman that requires a trailerable game boat without the expense of moorings and other associated fees with a larger non trailerable game fishing rig. Capable of having single or dual outboards or even a diesel stern drive, you will be up there with the bigger game boats. PRO FISHERMAN RANGE :: STANDARD EQUIPMENT DECK/ COCKPIT Dual anchor lockers Bow and stern tow eyes Stainless steel bow rail Bow roller and bollard Centre console with screen Stainless steel Targa top Rod holders on canopy Hydraulic steering and wheel Dual 6 gang switch panels Heavy duty s/s rod holders Under floor fuel tank Under floor kill pen Trim Tabs for single engine installations Side pockets with LED lights LED navigation lights Underfloor water tank and shower head Dual bilge pumps and float switch Motor well led lights Stainless steel pop up cleats Fibreglass bait board Deck wash plumbed Stern boarding ladder Closed cell foam under floor No timber SEATING Insulated helm seat with swing over backrest seating in front of console Bow rider style seating for 6 STORAGE Dual insulated bow seats Insulated seat in front of console Underfloor kill pen Stern well box Insulated helm seat NOTABLE OPTIONS Anchor winch Stern seating Out riggers Two tone colour :: SPECIFICATIONS LOA 7.8mtr - 25.6 Max motor weight 540kg LOA on trailer 9mtr Max KW 300kw Beam 2.45mtr Max People 8P Draft 400mm Max People weight 720kg Weight 1300kg Max weight 1500kg Dead rise 24 degree Freeboard (floor to gunwale) 750mm Fuel 600ltr Height on trailer 3.2mtr HP rating 200-400hp Foam Filled closed cell 2 pack Material GRP All measurements and weights are guides only and will change due to construction and accessories. 5.
6.7mtr. Pro Fisherman :: Bluewater Specialist PRO FISHERMAN RANGE 6.
Three very large built in eskies, and a large under floor kill pen, you won t go short on esky room for that big haul of fish. Stability is rock solid, and being full walk around with a centre console, fishing comfortably with a family or mates is a breeze. Starboard side is home to a live bait tank and Port side is easy access with a transom door. Dual anchor wells for multiple anchors, large console for your comfort from the weather elements and shaded with a stainless steel targa top, the 6.7mtr Pro Fisherman is an ideal day to day fishing rig. Super performance in rough water, your body will thank you! :: STANDARD EQUIPMENT PRO FISHERMAN RANGE DECK/ COCKPIT Dual anchor lockers Bow and stern tow eyes Stainless steel bow rail Bow roller and bollard Large centre console Perspex screen Five grab handles on console Stainless targa top Hydraulic steering and wheel Two 6 gang switch panels 4 stainless steel grab rails in Gunwales Heavy duty s/s rod holders Under floor fuel tank Under floor kill pen Swing over backrest on helm seat Side pockets with LED lights LED navigation lights Live bait tank Dual bilge pumps and float switch Transom door access Stainless steel pop up cleats Fibreglass baitboard Deck wash plumbed Stern boarding ladder Closed cell foam under floor No timber SEATING Insulated helm seat with swing over back rest Seating at front of console Forward seating for three STORAGE Insulated helm seat Insulated esky forward of console Large forward insulated esky Storage under console Underfloor kill pen NOTABLE OPTIONS Under floor water tank Shower head Anchor winch Stern seating Out riggers Two tone color :: SPECIFICATIONS LOA 6.7mtr - 22 Max motor weight 280kg LOA on trailer 7.5mtr Max KW 168kw Beam 2.45mtr Max People 6P Draft 350mm Max People weight 540kg Weight 1100kg Max weight 1300kg Deadrise 22 degree Freeboard (floor to gunwale) 700mm Fuel 400ltr Height on trailer 3.1mtr HP rating 175-225hp Foam Filled closed cell 2 pack Material GRP All measurements and weights are guides only and will change due to construction and accessories. 7.
6mtr. Pro Fisherman :: Performance Plus PRO FISHERMAN RANGE 8.
Every now and then, a superb riding boat comes along. Hooker Boats has one and it is the 6mtr. It could be 20 knots, and while everyone else is putting along at 10 knots to get home, you re flying past them like they were standing still and you feel like you were only travelling in 10 knot winds. With a 22 degree dead rise and a beam of 1.85mtr, it s like a knife cutting through butter. So super smooth is the ride, that commercial fisherman fight over who is going to fish out of the 6mtr Hooker. Fitted with a underfloor kill pen, a helm seat which doubles as a large esky, plenty of seating and a massive 350ltr fuel capacity, the 6mtr Pro Fisherman is a serious day fishing boat. PRO FISHERMAN RANGE :: STANDARD EQUIPMENT DECK/ COCKPIT Anchor locker Bow and stern tow eyes stainless steel bow rail Bow roller and bollard Centre console with perspex screen stainless steel grab rail over console Stern cleats Non feedback steering and wheel 6 gang switch panel 2 stainless steel grab rails in Gunwales Stainless steel rod holders Under floor fuel tank Under floor kill pen Helm seat Side pockets Navigation lights Live bait tank Bilge pump and float switch Battery box Closed cell foam under floor No timber SEATING Insulated helm seat Seating at front of console Forward seating for three Stern seating STORAGE Insulated helm seat insulated esky forward of console Forward storage compartment Storage under console Kill pen NOTABLE OPTIONS Under floor water tank Shower head Deck wash plumbed Hydraulic steering Stainless steel targa top Two tone color Stern boarding ladder Custom platforms :: SPECIFICATIONS LOA 6mtr Max motor weight 195kg LOA on trailer 7mtr Max KW 105kw Beam 1.85mtr Max People 6P Draft 300mm Max People weight 450kg Weight 500kg Max weight 945kg Deadrise 21 degree Freeboard (floor to gunwale) 500mm Fuel 350ltr Height on trailer 2.4mtr HP rating 90-140hp Foam Filled closed cell 2 pack Material GRP All measurements and weights are guides only and will change due to construction and accessories. 9.
5mtr. Pro Fisherman :: Economical PRO FISHERMAN RANGE 10.
There won t be to many 5mtr hulls which have rough water performance, centre console layout, large 250ltr fuel capacity, plenty of ice box storage and still give plenty of walk around fishing room. The 5mtr pedigree is a real work horse in the commercial fishing industry. Hooker Boats are the largest supplier of commercial fishing dories along the East Coast of Queensland and there is a reason for this, rough water performance. They have been towed behind Mother ships through 50 and 60 knot winds, they are used on a daily bases in 25 knot winds and they are nearly bullet proof. Excellent for most aspects of fishing, whether it be blue water, smooth water or creek fishing, Hooker Boats can build a lay out to suit you. PRO FISHERMAN RANGE :: STANDARD EQUIPMENT DECK/ COCKPIT Bow and stern tow eyes Stainless steel bow rail Bollard and bow roller Anchor locker Forward access hatch Small centre console Perspex screen and s/s grab rail 6 Gang switch panel Navigation lights and battery box Fibreglass underfloor fuel tank Non feed back steering and wheel Moulded side pockets Stern cleats and rod holders Live bait tank wash down floor Bilge pump and float switch Under floor closed cell foam No timber SEATING Helm seat Rear aft corners In front of console Forward seating for two STORAGE Insulated seat in front of console Insulated helm seating Forward dry storage compartment Starboard side wet box storage Shelf under console for storage NOTABLE OPTIONS Deck wash plumbed Boarding ladder Custom platforms Extended bow rails Under floor kill box Canopy/ targa cover Extra rod holders :: SPECIFICATIONS LOA 4.95mtr- 16.2 Max motor weight 140kg LOA on trailer 6mtr Max KW 56kw Beam 1.85mtr Max People 5P Draft 300mm Max People weight 375kg Weight 450kg Max weight 750kg Deadrise 21degree Freeboard (floor to gunwale) 500mm Fuel 250ltr Height on trailer 2.2mtr HP rating 40-75hp Foam Filled closed cell 2 pack Material GRP All measurements and weights are guides only and will change due to construction and accessories. 11.
8mtr. WRC :: Comfort Fishing Offshore WRC RANGE 12.
Fitted with bunks two metres long, even the taller fisherman can get some sleep on those long fishing nights. The WRC being a walk around cabin has plenty of room for a small family to catch 40 winks after a long haul of fishing. The kids have had enough, entertain them in the cabin while you are on the generous fishing platform aft chasing the big ones. With a fishing cockpit of 2.2 metre in length, there is plenty of room for many fisher persons. Walk around the generous walkways in safety to retrieve the anchor and there is no need to climb through a cabin and a hatch just to get to the bow. WRC RANGE Fitted with a fibreglass hardtop with a radio console, and extended with a stainless steel canopy, there is plenty of shade. The helm and passenger seating are padded swivel seats that also slide, and behind is extra padded seating also doubling as ice boxes. A large under floor kill pen and 500 litre fuel capacity, long weekend fishing is a breeze and comfortable. :: STANDARD EQUIPMENT DECK/ COCKPIT Dual anchor lockers Bow and stern tow eyes Stainless steel bow rail Bow roller and bollard Walk-around cabin Port holes and top hatch Bi fold cabin door Toughened glass windscreen Bunks two metres long Fibreglass hardtop with s/s supports Stainless steel targa extention Rod holders on canopy Hydraulic steering and wheel Dash switches Walk way led lighting Heavy duty s/s rod holders Under floor fuel tank Under floor kill pen Epirb and fire ext holders Side pockets with LED lights LED navigation lights Underfloor water tank and shower head Dual bilge pumps and float switch Motor well led lights Stainless steel pop up cleats Fibreglass baitboard Deck wash plumbed Trim tabs for single engine installations Stern boarding ladder Closed cell foam under floor No timber SEATING Pedestal swivel and sliding seats Padded seating behind pedestals STORAGE Cabin with side pockets Dual insulated eskies Underfloor kill pen Stern well box Storage under bunks NOTABLE OPTIONS Anchor winch Stern seating Out riggers Two tone color :: SPECIFICATIONS LOA 7.8mtr - 25.6 Max motor weight 540kg LOA on trailer 9mtr Max KW 300kw Beam 2.45mtr Max People 8P Draft 400mm Max People weight 720kg Weight 1300kg Max weight 1500kg Deadrise 24 degree Freeboard (floor to gunwale) 750mm Fuel 500ltr Height on trailer 3.2mtr HP rating 200-400hp Foam Filled closed cell 2 pack Material GRP 13. All measurements and weights are guides only and will change due to construction and accessories.
6.7mtr. WRC :: Bluewater Fishing in Comfort WRC RANGE 14.
Just like the 8mtr WRC, there is plenty of cabin room and the bonus of a walk around deck is to access the bow with ease. A transom door for easy access, live bait tank, underfloor kill pen, dual eskies and plenty of fishing room, the WRC is an ideal family fishing platform. Shaded with a stainless steel/fibreglass hardtop, sitting in the cockpit is comfortable and you won t want to leave the helm seat. The 6.7mtr WRC is an ideal weekender for all the family whether it be fishing or social cruising around. Prefer to go diving? With the generous aft deck platform, this is done with ease. WRC RANGE There is plenty of family enjoyment to be had with the 6.7 WRC. :: STANDARD EQUIPMENT DECK/ COCKPIT Dual anchor lockers Bow and stern tow eyes Stainless steel bow rail Bow roller and bollard Walk around cabin Port holes and top hatch Bi fold cabin door Walk way led lighting Toughened glass windscreen Bunks 2mtr long Fibreglass Hardtop and s/s supports Stainless rod holders on hardtop Hydraulic steering and wheel Dash switches 4 stainless steel grab rails in Gunwales Heavy duty s/s rod holders Under floor fuel tank Under floor kill pen Epirb and Fire EXT holders Side pockets with LED lights LED navigation lights Live bait tank Dual bilge pumps and float switch Stainless steel Pop up cleats Transom door access Fibreglass baitboard Deck wash plumbed Boarding ladder Closed cell foam under floor No timber SEATING Pedestal swivel and sliding seats Padded seating behind pedestals STORAGE Cabin with side pockets Dual insulated eskies Underfloor kill pen Stern well box NOTABLE OPTIONS Under floor water tank Shower head Anchor winch Stern seating Out riggers Two tone color :: SPECIFICATIONS LOA 6.7mtr - 22 Max motor weight 280kg LOA on trailer 7.5mtr Max KW 168kw Beam 2.45mtr Max People 6P Draft 350mm Max People weight 540kg Weight 1100kg Max weight 1300kg Deadrise 22 degree Freeboard (floor to gunwale) 700mm Fuel 400ltr Height on trailer 3.1mtr HP rating 175-225hp Foam Filled closed cell 2 pack Material GRP 15. All measurements and weights are guides only and will change due to construction and accessories.
6mtr. Tiller :: Economical Performace TILLER RANGE 16.
A simple layout, with a insulated bench seat mid ships, anchor well and dry storage, aft seating, and a durable flow coated finish with plenty of floor space, the 6mtr Tiller model makes a ideal work boat, crabbing boat or even a taxi. Customize your own to suit you and the opportunities are endless. With this super performance hull, a quick and economical trip to the reef, up the creeks or around the islands, you will have a comfortable trip. TILLER RANGE :: STANDARD EQUIPMENT DECK/ COCKPIT Bow and stern tow eyes Bollard and bow roller Anchor well Forward access hatch Benchseat Moulded side pockets Wash down floor with scuppers Under floor closed cell foam No timber SEATING Benchseat Rear aft corners Forward seating for two STORAGE Insulated benchseat cushioned Thwart seating fuel tank storage Forward dry storage compartment NOTABLE OPTIONS Side console fitted Boarding ladder Custom platforms Under floor kill box Under floor fuel tank :: SPECIFICATIONS LOA 6mtr - 19.5 Max motor weight 175kg LOA on trailer 7mtr Max KW 67kw Beam 1.85mtr Max People 6P Draft 300mm Max People weight 450kg Weight 400kg Max weight 945kg Deadrise 21degree Freeboard (floor to gunwale) 500mm Fuel Optional Height on trailer 1.2mtr HP rating 70-90hp Foam Filled closed cell 2 pack Material GRP All measurements and weights are guides only and will change due to construction and accessories. 17.
5mtr. Tiller :: Day Tripper with Performance TILLER RANGE 18.
Go to the Torres Strait islands and other outer islands of the Northern tip of Australia, and you will see hundreds of these little beauties everywhere. Instead of cars, they use Boats to travel everywhere. There is proven performance in the commercial market, and the 5mtr Tiller Steer model can be customized to suit your fishing needs and requirements. TILLER RANGE :: STANDARD EQUIPMENT DECK/ COCKPIT Bow and stern tow eyes Bollard and bow roller Anchor well Forward access hatch Benchseat Moulded side pockets Wash down floor with scuppers Under floor closed cell foam No timber SEATING Benchseat Rear aft corners Forward seating for two STORAGE Insulated benchseat cushioned Thwart seating fuel tank storage Forward dry storage compartment NOTABLE OPTIONS Side console fitted Boarding ladder Custom platforms Under floor kill box Under floor fuel tank :: SPECIFICATIONS LOA 4.95mtr -16.2 Max motor weight 140kg LOA on trailer 6mtr Max KW 56kw Beam 1.85mtr Max People 5P Draft 300mm Max People weight 375kg Weight 400kg Max weight 750kg Deadrise 21degree Freeboard (floor to gunwale) 500mm Fuel Optional Height on trailer 1.2mtr HP rating 40-75hp Foam Filled closed cell 2 pack Material GRP All measurements and weights are guides only and will change due to construction and accessories. 19.
8mtr. Grandeur :: Serious Offshore GRANDEUR 20.
Dual fuel tanks making approximately 850litre fuel capacity, a large walk in console with shower and sink, a large helm seat with fresh water storage and live bait tank built in, large ice boxes, under floor kill pen, plenty of seating and a large stainless steel targa top, the 8mtr Grandeur is the premium blue water centre console. Available in outboard or inboard configurations, the 8 metre Grandeur is built for off shore fishing capable of long distances. With a console this big, you are surely protected from the elements of the rough weather and being nearly 26 foot with a 24 degree dead rise, what a super smooth ride. GRANDEUR :: STANDARD EQUIPMENT DECK/ COCKPIT Dual anchor lockers Bow and stern tow eyes Stainless steel bow rail Bow roller and bollard Large centre console Perspex screen Bi fold cabin door Sink and shower head in console Helm seat with live bait tank Water tank storage in helm seat Stainless steel targa Rod holders on canopy Hydraulic steering and wheel Dash switches Heavy duty s/s rod holders Dual under floor fuel tanks Under floor kill pen Side pockets with LED lights LED navigation lights Dual bilge pumps and float switch Motor well led lights Stainless steel pop up cleats Fibreglass baitboard Deck wash plumbed Stern boarding ladder Closed cell foam under floor No timber SEATING Rear seating removable Helm seat for two Seating for three in front of console Bow rider style seating for 6 STORAGE Large console storage Insulated eskies in bow rider style seating Underfloor kill pen storage in front of console storage under helm seat NOTABLE OPTIONS Anchor winch Out riggers Two tone color :: SPECIFICATIONS LOA 7.8mtr -25.6 Max motor weight 540kg LOA on trailer 9mtr Max KW 300kw Beam 2.45mtr Max People 8P Draft 400mm Max People weight 720kg Weight 1300kg Max weight 1500kg Deadrise 24 degree Freeboard (floor to gunwale) 750mm Fuel 850ltr Height on trailer 3.2mtr HP rating 200-400hp Foam Filled closed cell 2 pack Material GRP All measurements and weights are guides only and will change due to construction and accessories. 21.
Scorpion - Venom :: Family Fun SCORPION - VENOM 22.
Today, with all the knowledge used in the fishing boat range, the first Scorpion Ski Boat model has been released. Scorpion ski boats are a family friendly social ski boat that will provide exciting family entertainment on water. Built without using any timber at all, and fully foam filled with closed cell foam, you will enjoy hassel free water sports for many years to come. Big chop in front of you, don t worry about that, the Scorpion will power through that chop like it isn t even there. With the fine entry, cutting water and chop is smooth and effortless. Corning is superb as the Scorpion handles like it is on rails. Power to burn straight out of the hole, the Scorpion pulls deep water skiers out of the water with no effort. Slalom skiing, the Scorpion is rock solid and a brilliant riding hull that sticks to the water like chewing gum to clothes. Bringing families together for fun filled enjoyment and a lifestyle that is hard to surpass, consider these possibilities with a local built Scorpion Ski Boat. SCORPION - VENOM :: STANDARD EQUIPMENT DECK/ COCKPIT Mercruiser 5.7ltr 4 barrel carburettor Velvet drive gearbox with FNR Stainless steel 32mm water pick up Side mount throttle control Mercruiser gauges Battery cradle and battery Brass steering fin 17 degree shaft angle mechanical steering and rudder Drivers seat with slider large observers seat with esky Rear lounge for three and storage under lounge Split engine cover with drink holders Carpeted flooring and side walls Ski Locker Drop front floor for driver 120ltr fuel tank Rear pop up ski tow mount Rear boarding platform Bilge pump Single axial trailer Three u - bolts S/s exhaust outlets Three blade propeller Two tone Color OPTIONS Mercruiser 5.7ltr MPI engine Mercruiser 330 Black Scorpion engine Mercruiser 377 Black Scorpion engine Wake boarding tower and shade Side mouldings and upholstry Upholstered engine covers Marine stereo speakers Centre ski pole Front pop up cleat Tllt steering colunm 4 Blade propeller CNC Propellor Extra colors :: SPECIFICATIONS Length 5.95mtr -19.5 Fuel capacity 120ltr Beam 2mtr Max HP 400hp Deadrise Variable 12 degree Max KW 298kw LOA 7mtr Max motor weight 390kg Height on trailer 1.2mtr Max people weight 600kg Boat weight 450kg Max weight 1000kg All measurements and weights are guides only and will change due to construction and accessories. 23.
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