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Jon boats are small utility craft primarily used for boating in shallow water. They range from 10 to 18 feet in length. They can be made of aluminum or fiberglass. They are inexpensive and a good choice for the novice boater.
These boats can carry a family or just a couple of buddies on rivers and lakes, freshwater and saltwater, for everything from panfish to big game. An all-purpose fishing boat can come with a car-like steering wheel or with a steering (and throttle) lever called a tiller on the outboard motor.