Few things are more important to powerboat operators than access to key mechanical systems. One of the cool things about a Back Cove is that the single engine really improves engine access. A single engine that is about 1/3 of the boat’s beam is a whole lot more fun to work around than twin engine applications in similar sized vessels. In twin engine applications there is a narrow gap between the motors and then everything outboard is what it is. Sure you can get there but in many smaller boats that requires a very small person or great flexibility.
Here’s the plug of the Back Cove 30 helm deck. The hinges for this lifting deck are all the way forward and this helm deck will lift to expose both sides of the motor. The optional gen set tucks in along side the motor to port and under the settee located there. The helm deck will lift using a lifting strut.
If you asked a hundred experienced boat owners what their priorities are, engine access would come up very close to the top with most of them. The Back Cove 30 has the best engine access in class. Bar none.
