Velocity 280 1997 Twin High Flotation Engine Bracket

IMPORTANT NOTE: The base price is for local pickup at our SW Miami Shop. Check options for crating and shipping to the contiguous 48 States. All brackets are made to order, and the fabrication lead time is 6 workweeks. The finished bracket pickup window is also 6 workweeks, so make sure you can take delivery of your finished bracket within that time frame. If an outboard engine bracket is the ultimate upgrade for most outboard-powered boats, this one takes it to the next level. Not only will you see a significant boost in speed and fuel range without replacing your existing twin outboards, but you can also repower with much larger—and potentially heavier—engines if you choose to. With the added flotation volume strategically positioned for optimal leverage, you’ll not only offset the weight of the bigger engines but also enjoy a flatter stance at rest. This generous setback translates into a flatter running angle, improving hull efficiency and keeping your cockpit noticeably drier. On top of that, you'll experience better handling and faster hole shots—your boat will shoot out of the water in half the time it used to take with your old engine setup. Safety is also enhanced with a lower platform that makes it easier to push yourself back onto the deck while in the water, and it also provides the perfect spot to attach an optional swim ladder. Our skilled fabricators have been perfecting outboard engine brackets for nearly as long as deep-V offshore racing boats have been around. From our roots in sunny Miami—widely considered the birthplace of the offshore racing class—we’ve honed our craft alongside industry legends. We’ve been a consistent presence in the Southern Florida boating scene, evolving our designs over the years. Today, we combine decades of expertise with cutting-edge CAD technology and advanced manufacturing techniques, including finite element analysis, CNC machining, digital routing, waterjet cutting, and more. There’s nothing small-time about our outboard engine brackets. Our products are the OEM choice for most Greater Miami-based boat manufacturers, as well as some of the largest in upstate Florida. We also hold type certifications from both the NMMA and ABYC. If you have any questions about outboard engine brackets, don’t hesitate to reach out for a no-compromise consultation. Note: All brackets are made to order and shipped via LTL freight, so we do not accept returns. Please double-check your boat’s measurements to ensure the order is exactly what you need. Highlights: All-Aluminum Construction: Using 0.375” thick cold-formed Alcoa 5052 H32 series sheets for the transom and engine plates, and 0.250” sheets for the rest of the structure. Optional wrap-around handlebar made from schedule 40 6061-T6 aluminum tubing. Added Flotation: 100 gallons of added flotation volume in the deep-V-shaped airbox, enhancing at-rest stability. Exclusive Dual-Electrostatic Powder Coating: First, a primer coat is electrostatically applied and oven-cured, followed by a thick, high-mil gloss powder coating for superior marine environment protection. No competitor goes as far to ensure lasting appearance and durability. Awlgrip® Griptex Textured Anti-Slip Surface: On the platform for optimal traction, safety, and durability, even when wet. Sacrificial Anodes: Four 3.75 x 0.5-inch aluminum-specific anodes (zincs). Easy-Access Hatch: Twist-off, wide 8-inch easy-access marine-spec hatch. Complete Mounting Kit: Includes 1/4" thick aluminum backing plates, high-grade SS screws, and SS locknuts. 3-Year Limited Warranty. Specific to the Velocity 280: 30-inch setback 78-inch platform width This bracket is engineered for serious performance and reliability, taking your Regal Commodore 38 to new heights.