Laker 712 DLX Mini Pontoon

Questions & Answers about Laker 712 DLX Mini Pontoon

If I upgrade to an electric outboard, how much faster will this boat go?

An electric outboard motor speeds are approximately 3 to 6 MPH depending on the size and style electric outboard you choose.

What is the thickness of the railing?

The rails are .125 gauge.

Are your gas motors electric start? I'm asking because I’m right-handed, and my arm doesn’t work correctly, so I can’t pull-start anything. Please let me know. Have a blessed day!

Yes they are electric start.

How about small rivers? I am a mile from a state park ramp on the Choptank River in Denton, MD. I realize it's tidal, but it's always very calm.

Yes it will work on small rivers depending on how deep the water is.

What is the total length of the 712 DLX with the trailer?

The overall dimensions are 18'4"L x 7'W x 8'5"H w/ bimini top folded on brace kit. You can purchase a breakaway tounge and take an additional 3' off of the length. If you drop the bimini top off of the brace kit, the top will drop an additional 12".

What is the size of the tongue hitch receiver?

You will need a 2 in. ball on your vehicle.

what is the over all lenght with trailor and motor and total lenght with trailor

The overall dimensions are 18'4"L x 7'W x 8'5"H w/ bimini top folded on brace kit. You can purchase a breakaway tounge and take an additional 3' off of the length. If you drop the bimini top off of the brace kit, the top will drop an additional 12"

want to be able to get it in a garage, my height to do that is 6foot 8inches, what is the height of the laker 712 DLX mini pontoon boat and trailor?

The overall dimensions are 18'4"L x 7'W x 8'5"H w/ bimini top folded on brace kit. You can purchase a breakaway tounge and take an additional 3' off of the length. If you drop the bimini top off of the brace kit, the top will drop an additional 12"

Does the boat trailer come with surge brakes or can they be added?

No they do not. They are not required since the boat is so light.

What is the dimensions of the front wheelchair

The front opening is 32" wide.

What would be the approximate top speed of the 712 with the 20 HP outboard and two people on board? Thanks.

Depending on water conditions approximately 10MPH.

Can you mount a bow mount foot control trolling motor?

Yes you can.

what is the unladen weight of the trailer

Dry weight is around 300 pounds.

Are any made with a console and steering wheel?

You can't add a console to this model because of how the seats are configurated. You can build one from scratch under the Laker 712 Basic and add a console there with a different seat configuration. You will have to add a Electric or gas powered outboard in order to make the console work.

For river use, what is minimum water depth necessary?

This boat will float in less than a foot of water.

What size motors are available?

Those are all listed in the drop down boxes above right under the sales price.

What brand of gas motors do you use. How is the comparison of 55 lb thrust versus a 20 hp gas engine.

We use Honda brand outboards. The 55lb thrust trolling motor speed is 2 to 3 MPH. A 20HP outboard is going to run you around 10 MPH.

How much does the trailer cost?

The cost of the trailer is located in the drop down boxes below the sale price above.

Can this go in the ocean?

You can use it in bay areas. I wouldn't take it out in the open ocean.

Where can I test ride one? Do you have any in sw Florida?

Also. Can it handle salt water?

There are a couple you can rent at Marriott's Cypress Harbour Villas in Orlando, FL. This boat can handle saltwater use.

Do you sale used 610 and 712?

Unfortunately, we only sale new current year models.

Does the trailer come with pontoon boat or do u need to buy it separately

It does not come with the trailer. The cost of the trailer is located in the drop down boxes below the sale price above.

What is a tounge? What is a breakaway tounge? And how high would the bimin top be from ground to top? I am very interested in this pontoon but because of HOA requirements it must fit in my garage.

The tongue on a trailer is the front part of the trailer frame that extends forward from the main body and connects to the towing vehicle's hitch. A breakaway tongue (often called a folding or swing-away tongue) is a type of trailer tongue that is hinged or jointed, allowing the tongue to fold or swing to the side when not in use. This feature is designed to save space and make storage easier, especially in tight areas like garages or driveways. The overall dimensions are 18'7"L x 7'W x 8'5"T with bimini top on brace kit. Flipping the bimini forward for storage on the boat rails reduces package to ~ 18'4"L x 6'8"W x 7'5"T. Shorten length by 3' with an optional breakaway tongue. Adding a bigger gas outboard may increase length by ~12". You also take the bimini top off in order to fit into your garage as well.

Is there a person I can talk to personally. This is new territory for me and i want to make sure I am making a wise decision.

Yes, you can give our sales department a call at 229-942-0798. Our office hours are Monday through Friday between 8:30AM to 5:30PM EST.

Is the 13' 7" length the total length with the pontoons, or do you add the pontoon length to the 13' 7"? Thanks.

George Curry

The 13' 7" is the total length including the pontoons.

Can you keep the pontoon inside a pond that freezes over the winter?

We recommend pulling it out if the water completely freezes over.

Hello. Do you deliver in Canada?

Unfortunately, we only deliver within the Continental US.

Delivery fee to Lubbock Tx?

Shipping prices are listed above under the sale's price in a drop down box.

Do you have a video of how to put on the boat cover?

What is the difference between the 712 dlx standard and the 712 dlx deluxe?

The seats are different in the rear.

What is the recommended electric motor- power and marine battery for the Laker 712 DLX mini

This boat is equipped with a 55 pound thrust trolling motor and battery. That motor will push this boat approximately 2 to 3 MPH.

Will it float real good in Tennessee i live near Watts Bar dam will it handle choppy water

Yes it will handle choppy water and will float in less than a foot of water.