Jet Tern Marine Announces New Deep-Hull Version of Selene 53

Selene 53DH Hull Mold

Jet Tern Marine last week announced it had completed construction of the hull mold for a new deep-hull version of its popular Selene 53′ model.  JTM has been modifying its other hulls to this new “deep-hull” configuration.  Earlier-modified boats include the Selene 47 and the Selene 57.

Here’s a small gallery of photos of the new 53DH hull plug and mold at completion:

According to JTM, “The features of this newly completed 53DH hull mold will provide more headroom in the engine room; 76″ forward, and 62″ aft” by which the maintenance duties in the engine room should be made easier.  JTM added that the DH version will also be capable of a larger fuel capacity.  The current 53′ has a fuel capacity of 1,300 gallons.  Photos of the new DH hull mold show that the updated configuration will include the new “feathered” prop skeg, as well as a modest prop pocket, which should allow the use of a larger, slower-turning prop.  To-date, Selene has sold more than 110 53′s.  You can read more about the Selene 53 in our recent feature on Jet Tern Marine’s 10th anniversary and the company’s East Coast dealer, Selene Annapolis.

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