I was wondering what everyone thought about the maximum weight capacity posted in the back of the boat. Reason being I have an old 10 ft jon boat and the MWC is 465, that sounds like a lot of weight for such a small boat. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

That weight is the total weight that can be put in the boat. That means the weight of the people, fishing gear and any modifications that are added to the inside of the boat.  When you look at it this way, that really is not that much weight.

it also includes motor

that 465 is for everything you put in the boat.

you

fishing gear,

lunch

motor (TM and/or small gas motor)

battrey (& gas if its a gas motor)

and any extra stuff you take with you. you would be amazed how fast the weight adds up

lets say you and a buddy go fishing, the 2 of you average 200lbs each that is 400lbs now and that leave you only 65lbs for gear. a small battery and tm and you are at the max wieght. and no fishing gear.

even if its just you. don't know what you wiegh, but say 200lbs. ok

you                   200lbs

tm & battery       60-70lbs

that leave you   200+- lbs

for fishing gear, cooler ect. those thing add up and I would rather be under a max wieght than at it or over

Thats just you and my Sister in law!!!

Thats just you and my Sister in law!!!

;DThat is wrong on so many levels, but funny nonetheless.  ;D