Canny Scots crabber opts for economy

The engine of Boy Alan was factory de-rated from its standard 190 hp at 2,100 rpm to an even more economical and stress free 160 hp at 1,850 rpm.

Scrabster based Boy Alan, a new shellfish catcher built by the Seaway Group in Macduff, Scotland, typifies the latest generation of under-10m, purpose built, static-gear boats.

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