Racing Powerboat Plans

RACE TESTED All of my designs have been built, tested and raced in American Powerboat Association sactioned races. All of my plans include step-by-step building instructions, which you can view BEFORE you purchase. These are NOT kneel-down boats. The driver sits in a seat, safely tucked between tall coamings. A foot-operated throttle allows the driver to keep two hands on the wheel at all times.

Plans Now Available via Instant Download

New For 2012 -- a new tunnel boat for Sport C racing.

Also NEW, build a seat for your raceboat

Dillon racing boats were created to fill a gap in the boat plans market for small tunnel and v-bottom boats suitable for two-cylinder outboard power in the 25hp to 40hp range, and eligible for nationally sanctioned racing. Since 2006 these boats have won races and championships in American Powerboat Association races, and in 2011 made their debut at the OPC National Championships in Kankakee, IL (Dillon boats took first and third).

Since 2006, Dillon racing boats have been built by amateur and pro builders around the world.

If you are looking for a small, high-performance boat that you can build and drive, then you've come to the right place. You don't have to be a professional boatbuilder to build one, and you don't have to be a racer to enjoy it. Each boat features straightforward plank-on-frame plywood construction and includes detailed instructions which you can review before you make a purchase.

Whether you want to race or just go fast or are looking for a fun and satisfying project, one of my designs may be just right for you.

Now available by INSTANT DOWNLOAD. You can start building today!
(Or choose optional postal mail shipping.)

I am currently offering plans for five high-performance boats, shown in the photo array above. For more information including VIDEO from APBA races, or to make a purchase, follow the links under the photos. Or take a look at the comparison table of all my designs to help you choose the boat that best meets your need for speed.

VIDEO: See Dillon boats in APBA-sanctioned racing action.

My latest design, the Dillon EZ Tunnel, explores an alternative building method, specifically intended for the firt-time boatbuilder, or one with limited tools or resources.

The Dillon Mini Vee currently dominates our Mini GT class, and in fact is the ONLY homebuilt boat approved for racing in Mini GT. The Mini Vee also is an especially good choice for the first-time boat builder.

More specific information on the Tunnelboat Page or the V-Bottom Page. See also my Jack Plate Plans.

Boats For Sale Mini Vee for Mini GT or GT Pro Also Dillon Pro Tunnel and barehull Mini Vee. (see them here)