Question about outboard motors

[alanmaki]

What is the largest outboard motor I can put on my Columbia T-23?

 

[Chief RA]

8 but better with a 6. Chief

 

[alanmaki]

8 but better with a 6. Chief

Thanks

 

[Kings Gambit]

What is the largest outboard motor I can put on my Columbia T-23?

Here are your specs. For "largest", I'd check the space capacity in the boat.

• Length Overall 22' 7"
• Length Waterline 20' 0"
• Beam 7' 11"
• Draft 1' 11"
• Sail Area 218 sq. ft.
• Displacement 2300 lbs.
• Ballast 810 lbs.
• Vertical Clearance 28' 2"
• Berths 4
• Water 5 gal (portable)*
• Fuel 5 gal (portable)*
• Power 6½ HP Outboard*
• Designer Alan Payne

*Optional at extra cost.