What are the disadvantages to transom hulls, if any?

Question:
In modern times, transom sterns seem to be a more and more common feature. However, they have to drawbacks. Like bulbous bows, they only reduce drag within a certain speed range, outside of it, the effects can be negative. What are the disadvantages to transom sterns?

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One disadvantage of a transom hull is that it is more subject to being pooped in a following sea, especially reverse transom hulls. Wide sterns add stability but add more drag.

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i think they are better than the original style and they are better for fishing on and also more stable nothing i do not like about them they work better with an inboard propeller engine instead of jet propulsion

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you're correct, transom sterns only work in a certain speed range. this range is when a boat is planing. this is why you never see a displacement boat with a transom. if a boat is not intended to get on plane, it will have a more conventional stern.

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when a transom-stern vessel is planing, the entire transom is 'dry', as the water is moving (relative to the boat) too fast to 'wrap around' the stern. in displacement (slower speeds) the water has the opportunity to wrap around, and causes turbulence and added drag due to the uneven flow of water.

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this as well as a few others are reasons why a planing hull is much more efficient (relative to speed and fuel consumption) in planing than in displacement.

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