Types of boats

Question
What is the differences between A Trawler and
a Motoryacht? I have a 31ft sport crusier and in a few years I would like to move up to my last boat. I've noticed that Trawlers are more expensive, but not as nicely equipted. I would like to tevel down the coast from New York to Florida someday, but for the most part I'll be in fresh waters. Ideally I am looking to summer in NY and winter in Florida. Leaving the boat here in winter.  

Answer
Hi Larry! Thank you for visiting Allexperts.

The primary difference is a trawler has a displacement hull, meaning it doesn't get up on top of the water and plane out, whereas most motoryachts do plane. Trawlers have a more verticle rake at the bow. Motoryachts have a slanted rake at the stem. Another feature is a trawler usually has more softer, flowing, smooth curved profile lines, with a high bow and a rounded boyant stern. In my opinion, a trawler is capable of taking heavy seas more comfortably. As well, a trawler's wheelhouse is often more spacious, and some do have a flybridge, whereas the original design did not. I find trawlers have more brightwork (wood) within the interior, offering a cozy atmosphere with a touch of class, not found in most motoryachts. The beam on both crafts varies according to design, but for the most part, are pretty well comparable. Equipping any vessel is a matter of choice and preference to suite the needs and requirements of each individual, including quality. Overall, I prefer a trawler as opposed to a motoryacht, so long as you enjoy sauntering along instead of getting to a destination as fast as possible, and of course, at much greater fuel expense.

It all boils down to personal preference to match the type of yachting you intend to undertake, and your lifestyle.

Safe yachting.
Ron Blanchet