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FENDER SIZING CHART
GUIDE TO FENDER SIZE BY BOAT TYPE
WHAT SIZE FENDERS DO I NEED FOR MY BOAT?
It goes without saying that protecting the hull from damage is a top priority for boaters. When sized correctly, boat fenders provide necessary cushioning against damage caused by docks and other boats. But what happens when the fenders used are too big or too small for the vessel they’re protecting? Too small of a boat fender won’t protect the hull and can even burst on impact, while boat bumpers that are too large can be cumbersome and inconvenient to store onboard. Take the guesswork out of determining the correct fender size for your boat with an easy-to-read boat fender size chart.
CHOOSING A FENDER TYPE
BOAT FENDER SIZE CHART BY BOAT LENGTH
Pro Tip:
When choosing the right size fender, a cylindrical fender should have one inch of diameter for every four or five feet of boat length and two inches for a round fender. The larger a vessel is, the heavier it tends to be. With more weight behind the impact, larger boats need larger, more durable boat fenders to adequately safeguard the hull.
Fenders for Small Sized Vessels (<15' - 20')
For smaller boats such as a personal watercraft or row boat, a classic utility fender with smooth sidewalls will provide economical protection upon impact with docks or other vessels. These fenders often feature an oval shape that keeps them from rolling out of position while minimizing hull rub.
Fenders for Medium Sized Vessels (20' - 35')
There are a wide range of boat fenders that suit medium-sized boats. Whether your boat is a cuddy cabin, or bow rider, you’ll want to safeguard your ship with fenders that feature ribbed walls to minimize roll and either with reinforced eyelets or a center rope tube design for hanging horizontally.
Fenders for Large Sized Vessels (35' - 75')
Big boats require big protection. Large fishing boats, cabin cruisers and yachts require deep hull protection that only commercial-grade boat fenders can provide. Designed to withstand the toughtest marine conditions, these boat bumpers feature durable, seamless construction and extra-large line holes to accommodate heavy-duty ropes and shackles. You may even want to opt for fender cushions, which feature multiple attachment points and enhanced crush resistance.,
Boat Length
Cylindrical Fender Diameter
Round Fender Diameter
Flat Fender Size
Recommended Number of Fenders per Side
Under 10'
3"
N/A
Small
3
10' - 15'
3" - 4"
9”
Small
3
15' - 20'
5" - 5-1/2"
12"
Small'
3
20' - 25'
6" - 6-1/2"
15"
Medium
3
25' - 35'
8" - 8-1/2"
18"
Medium
4
35' - 50'
10-1/2" - 12"
21"
Large
5
50' - 60'
12"
27"
Large
6
60' - 72'
15" - 24"
27"
Large
7
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