The Lightweight Backwater Skiff

PANGA W-16

LOA 15.96'

Dry Weight 374 lbs

Capacity 992 lbs

HP Range 9.9–25 HP

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Overview

About the W-16

The W-16 is our smallest and most agile Panga hull — purpose-built for anglers who live in the shallows. At just 374 lbs dry and under 16 feet, it loads onto a small single-axle trailer, launches from any ramp, and runs in water that would strand a heavier boat.

Powered by motors as small as 9.9 HP, the W-16 delivers the legendary Panga fuel efficiency at its most extreme: you can cover serious backcountry water on very little gas. Ideal for mangrove creeks, tidal flats, and any situation where access matters more than offshore range.

Built For

Backcountry & flats fishingShallow-draft explorationSolo or small crewInland waterwaysEco-tours

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Full Specifications

W-16

Length Overall 15.96'

Beam 4.59'

Dry Weight 374 lbs

Max Capacity 992 lbs

Transom Height 22"

Single Motor 9.9–25 HP

Rail Type Standard Rail

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Yamaha Outboards

Recommended Power

The W-16 is rated for 9.9–25 HP single motor. Every motor is installed and rigged at our Cape Coral facility by Yamaha-certified technicians — controls, cables, harness, ignition, and battery included.

Motor selection affects planing speed, fuel economy, and top-end performance. We'll help you choose based on how you use the water, your crew size, and your budget.

Lightest

Yamaha F9.9

9.9 HP

Best for calm, sheltered water and solo backcountry trips. Lowest fuel cost of any configuration.

Efficient

Yamaha F15

15 HP

A step up in push with still-minimal weight — ideal for most estuary and tidal flat applications.

Popular

Yamaha F20

20 HP

Well-balanced all-around choice with good speed and economy across a range of conditions.

Max Power

Yamaha F25

25 HP

Maximum rated power. Best top speed and offshore-facing performance in chop.

Every Build Starts Here

Standard Build Packages

These five packages are included on every W-16 we build — the functional baseline that covers safety, electrical, helm, and rigging before any custom options are added.

Navigation Package

Essential safety and electrical equipment required for legal operation on U.S. waters.

✓ Navigation lights
✓ Auto bilge
✓ Fire extinguisher
✓ Electronic horn

Console Package

Fiberglass helm console with mechanical steering — the foundation of your helm station.

✓ Fiberglass console
✓ Mechanical steering
✓ Floor boot

Gauge Package

Yamaha instrumentation and electrical panel for full engine monitoring and switched accessory control.

✓ Yamaha tachometer with harness
✓ Fuel gauge
✓ 6-position fuse panel
✓ 4-position illuminated switch panel

Rigging Package

Everything needed to connect your Yamaha outboard to the helm — controls, cables, wiring, ignition, and a marine battery.

✓ Side-mount Yamaha control
✓ Control cables
✓ Engine harness
✓ Key switch
✓ 24-series Decka marine battery with hold-down

Floor Package

Fiberglass molded flooring with non-skid texture — a clean, durable surface that protects the hull and your footing.

✓ Fiberglass molded floor with non-skid texture

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W-16 in Action

Included On Every Build

Standard Equipment

Leaning Post, Swing Down Step, and Backrest ship with every W-16. They are not priced or selected as add-ons.

Included

Leaning Post

Helm leaning post with flip-up seat and storage bag, included on every build for standing and seated helm comfort.

Included

Swing Down Step

Transom swim platform with stainless grab rail and swing-down boarding step for easier water access.

Included

Backrest

Padded lean-post backrest at the helm for support on long runs and slow trolling.

Customize Your Build

Available Options

Add-on options for your W-16. Standard equipment above is already included. We fabricate and install everything in-house at our Cape Coral facility.

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Category	Option	Details
Bimini, T-Top & Shade Sun and weather protection from a simple bimini to a full 7-foot T-top with integrated rod holders, outriggers, and lighting.	Deluxe 8' Bimini Top	316 stainless steel frame with Sunbrella fabric for long-lasting UV and weather resistance.
	Deluxe 42" x 7' T-Top	Full overhead shade and a rigid mounting platform for electronics, lights, and outriggers.
	T-Top Electronics Box	Lockable storage box mounted to the T-top for protecting VHF radios, chartplotters, and accessories.
	Rod Holders Welded to T-Top or Leaning Post	Stainless-welded flush rod holders integrated directly into the T-top frame or leaning post.
	T-Top Outriggers	Spreads trolling baits wide for offshore trolling presentations.
	LED Spreader Lights for T-Top	High-output LED spreader lights for night fishing, night navigation, and dock work.
	Isinglass for T-Top	Clear vinyl side curtains that enclose the T-top and protect against spray, wind, and rain.
	T-Bag Storage	Storage bag that hangs from the T-top frame — keeps life jackets, lines, and extra gear off the deck.
Baitwell Fiberglass deluxe baitwells with recirculating pumps — keep live bait healthy from the ramp to the bite.	30-Gallon Fiberglass Deluxe Baitwell with Pump	Ideal for inshore and nearshore applications with a moderate live-bait requirement.
	40-Gallon Fiberglass Deluxe Baitwell with Pump	Larger capacity for offshore trips, heavy bait loads, and charter operations running multiple lines.
Seating & Cushions Bow padding, backrest pads, cooler cushions, and lounge seating to make long days on the water comfortable for you and your crew.	2-Piece 2" Foam Cast-Deck Bow Pad	Split bow pad — easier to remove and store, and works around center-mounted cleats or hatches.
	1-Piece 2" Foam Cast-Deck Bow Pad	Full-coverage single bow pad for a clean, seamless look across the casting deck.
	Bow Lounge	Two swivel seats with bases and a normal-size cast deck. Available on W-22 through W-33 models only.
	Backrest Pad for Tall Console	Padded backrest mounted to the rear of the console for helmsman comfort on long runs.
	Custom Cooler Cushions	Marine-grade cushions fitted to your cooler top — doubles as seating without sacrificing fish storage.
	65-Quart Ice Chest with Custom Cushion	Heavy-duty 65-qt cooler with a custom-fitted cushion top — keeps fish cold and serves as a passenger seat.
	Ice Chest Tie Downs	Secure mounting straps that keep the ice chest in place underway.
	Splashwell Seat Cushion	Cushion fitted to the splashwell for extra seating at the transom.
	Splashwell Back Rest Pad	Padded backrest for splashwell seating — more comfort when running or sitting aft.
Leaning Post Accessories Optional accessories for the included leaning post: foot rest and fitted cover.	Lean Post Foot Rest	Stainless tube foot rest that allows the helmsman to lean comfortably against the backrest without putting weight on their feet.
	Leaning Post Cover	Fitted cover that protects the leaning post and pads when the boat is stored or on the trailer.
Console Accessories Helm upgrades ranging from steering and electronics to lighting, covers, and windscreens.	Stainless Steering Wheel with Spinner Knob	Polished 316 stainless wheel with a spinner knob for single-handed helm control.
	Hydraulic Steering	Hydraulic steering upgrade available on every hull — smoother helm feel, especially with larger outboards.
	Console Flap	Covers the helm opening when the boat is stored or unattended — protects electronics and keeps weather out.
	Console Cover	Fitted cover that protects the console, gauges, and helm when the boat is stored or on the trailer.
	Console Shelf	Additional shelf on the console for phones, binoculars, and small gear within reach of the helm.
	12-Volt Accessory Plug on Dash	Flush-mount 12V power outlet on the dash for charging devices and powering accessories.
	6-Position Switch Panel Upgrade	Expanded illuminated switch panel — adds more switched circuits for T-tops, livewells, lights, and accessories.
	Battery Switch	Allows the operator to select between battery banks or isolate batteries for storage.
	Ritchie Compass	Marine compass mounted at the helm for a backup heading reference independent of electronics.
	Labor on Base Electronics	For base electronics only. Additional electronics are supplied by the customer. Labor is $90/hour.
	Marine Stereo with Speakers	Waterproof marine-grade stereo with flush-mount cockpit speakers.
	VHF Radio	Fixed-mount VHF marine radio for communication and emergency DSC distress calling.
	1" LED Courtesy Lights	Recessed LED courtesy lights for cockpit illumination — ideal for pre-dawn departures and night returns.
	Windscreen	Console-mounted windscreen for helm protection from spray and wind at speed.
	316 Stainless Grab Bar Around Windscreen	Polished stainless grab bar mounted around the windscreen perimeter — provides a secure handhold for crew underway.
Additional Options Trolling motors, anchors, dive gear, trailers, Power-Poles, and more — everything else that makes your Panga uniquely yours.	Minn Kota i-Pilot Trolling Motor	GPS-anchor trolling motor with spot-lock and autopilot functions — stays on position automatically so you can focus on fishing.
	Underwater Lights	LED underwater lights for night fishing — attract bait and gamefish around the hull after dark.
	Raw-Water Washdown	Deck-mounted raw-water washdown pump and hose for cleaning fish, rinsing gear, and flushing the cockpit.
	Second Battery	Additional marine battery — isolates house loads from the start battery and extends accessory runtime.
	#8 Danforth Anchor with 15' Chain and 200' Rope	No. 8 Danforth-style anchor with 15 feet of chain and 200 feet of rope — ready to set from the bow.
	Roll-Lock Rod Holder with Base Plate	Adjustable-angle rod holder that locks in any position — works for trolling, soaking bait, or storing rods securely underway.
	3-Step Dive Ladder	Stainless fold-down transom dive ladder — wide, non-slip steps make re-boarding from the water easy for divers in full gear.
	Fuel Filter	Inline fuel/water separator filter — protects the outboard from water contamination and debris in the fuel supply.
	Outboard Motor Lock	Stainless anti-theft lock for the outboard — secures the motor to the transom bracket when stored at docks or unattended.
	Scuba Tank Track with Adjustable Tank Holders	Stainless deck track system with adjustable holders for securing scuba tanks safely during transport.
	Custom-Made Single-Axle Trailer	Custom-built single-axle bunk trailer sized to fit your hull — galvanized for saltwater use.
	Tandem Axle Trailer	Custom-built tandem-axle bunk trailer sized to fit your hull — extra support for larger pangas and longer tows.
	Spare Tire & Mount for Trailer	Matching spare tire with a mount on the trailer — so a roadside flat does not end the trip.
	Manual Power-Pole	Manual shallow-water anchor that spikes into the bottom to hold position on the flats without a trolling motor.
	Power-Pole	Electric shallow-water anchor — deploy and retract from the helm to hold position quietly in skinny water.
	Bow Rail	Stainless bow rail that runs around the forward deck perimeter — adds safety for bow riders and provides a handhold when anchoring.

Build Inspiration

How Customers Configure the W-16

These are common starting points — every build is fully customized to your preferences, your water, and your budget.

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Fishing Build

For anglers who want bait capacity, rod storage, electronics, and all-day shade.

T-Top (42" × 7')
Livewells (30 or 40 gal)
Rod Holders on T-Top
Chartplotter & VHF Radio
Raw-Water Washdown
Outriggers

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