Construction

Kayot construction is considered by many to be the best in the industry. And no wonder: Our standards are often higher than the industry's—with design features that go well beyond the norm to prevent deterioration, add hull strength, improve flotation and enhance performance.

Kayot sport and deck boats are National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) certified, Canadian NMMA certified, European Certified (CE), and meet or exceed American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) safety standards.


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  1. Ashland Premium LE gel coat with a 20-24 mil thickness provides exceptional shine, a more uniform and lasting finish, and is easily restorable.
    1. Note, too, that virtually all of Kayot's color accents are permanently integrated into the boats' surface finish rather than applied by cover tape.
  2. A vinylesther barrier coat strengthens and protects the hull from osmotic blistering.
  3. Spray Core reinforces surface coats to create a lasting, uniform finish.
  4. Several layers of hand-laid, 24-ounce woven roving provides consistent structural reinforcement in critical areas.
  5. Extra reinforcement is provided especially in such critical areas as the deck steps, behind the cleats on the transom, at the mooring eyes and at the ski tow-ring.
  6. Custom-engineered, fiberglass-encapsulated stringers resist delamination from moisture and contribute to the hull's overall strength and performance.
  7. Two-part adhesive bonds the deck and hull together, forming a unified body that makes for a quieter, more durable craft.
  8. All fasteners are made of 100-percent stainless steel to help Kayot sport and deck boats withstand the toughest saltwater environments. Motor mounts are all-aluminum and through-bolted for high performance, strength and durability.
  9. A glass-filled urethane composite transom further contributes to the rugged durability of Kayot sport and deck boats.
  10. Your peace of mind is important to us—which is why we offer a 10-year transferable hull warranty.

Other Notable Construction Features:

  • Each Kayot sport and deck boat is genuinely hand-crafted with 100-percent hand-laid hull construction.
  • Our boats undergo scrupulous quality inspections at many stages during production.
  • A final 100-percent inspection, checking every system and component, is conducted on each boat before it leaves our plant.
  • All Kayot engine installers are Mercury IQ and Verado certified to ensure proper installation and set-up of these technically advanced engines.
  • All wiring is custom engineered and fabricated to each boat. All harnesses are run through protective loom and terminate with weather resistant ends.
  • 100% fiberglass inner liner provides a much more durable and lasting deck floor.

Service and Reliability

  • Harris FloteBote has an outstanding reputation for quality, safety, and integrity for the past 50 years.
  • Every boat is functionally tested before it is shipped.
  • Harris FloteBote produces most of its own furniture, aluminum components, covers, Bimini tops, and walk-on tops in-house for the best quality, fit, consistency, and serviceability.
  • Harris FloteBote offers a lifetime warranty on structural components.
  • Harris Kayot is owned by the Brunswick Corporation, a service oriented business dedicated to the marine industry with 22 boat brands, supported by the top dealers world wide. These dealers are backed by Harris Kayot’s quality and a reliable service department focused on our customer’s satisfaction.
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