Patriot Airboat Corp.

airboats for hunting & fishing

When the water gets skinny, an airboat is the difference between “we’ll see” and “we’re in.” Patriot builds hunting and fishing airboats that are stable, tough, and configured around how you actually run — crew, gear, dogs, coolers, guns, and long days in rough places.

One-Offs, fleets, Custom Builds, & More

Purpose-built airboats, configured for your needs

No two hunters run the same. Some want a light, quick rig for skinny water. Others need a wide, stable platform for multiple riders, heavy gear, and long runs. We’ll help you dial in the right hull size, power, seating, and deck layout so your boat runs right — and stays right.

Hunting builds are usually all about payload, toughness, and getting in/out of ugly places — marsh, grass, mud, and dry ground. Most guys aren’t babying these boats, so we spec them to handle real use.

common build elements

  • Hull size: Commonly 16’–22′ (we build 14′ to 40’+ depending on load + crew + terrain)

  • Bottom & protection: Thicker bottoms and polymer options for grass/mud/shell abuse

  • Power: Torque-focused packages that pull hard with people + dogs + gear onboard

  • Rigging: Heavy-duty, serviceable setups that hold up to long seasons and rough runs

  • Layout: Open deck space for coolers/decoys/dogs, with seating based on your crew

  • Lighting: Optional LED setups for early launches and late returns

example build

  • Marine Power LT 6.6 (525 HP)

  • Century belt drive

  • 3-blade 86″ Sensenich

  • 1/4″ bottom

  • 1/2″ polymer

  • Flush LED lighting

  • Stainless metal work

  • ButtRaxx seating

  • Tandem axle trailer

(Exact specs depend on how heavy you run and what kind of ground/water you’re in.)

Fishing builds lean more toward stability, deck room, and clean rigging — especially if you’re casting, gigging, or running multiple people who need space to move around without feeling sketchy.

common build elements

  • Hull size: Commonly 16’–24′ (we build 14′ to 40’+ depending on crew + water type)
  • Stability focus: Wider, more stable platforms when you’re standing/casting or moving around
  • Bottom & protection: Spec’d to match where you run (river, marsh, open flats, sandbars)
  • Power: Reliable packages tuned for smooth cruising and confident throttle response
  • Layout: More open deck / casting room, storage for coolers/tackle/gear, seating that doesn’t eat the whole deck
  • Lighting: Deck lighting options for night runs and dock/backwater visibility

example build

  • Marine Power LT 6.6 (525 HP)

  • Century belt drive

  • 3-blade 86″ Sensenich

  • 1/4″ bottom

  • 1/2″ polymer

  • Flush LED lighting

  • Stainless metal work

  • ButtRaxx seating

  • Tandem axle trailer

(If you tell us your water type + crew count, we’ll recommend the right hull size and layout.)

Most customers want two things: room to work and a place for everything — without turning the deck into a cluttered mess.

common requests

  • Open deck space for moving around, casting, or handling game
  • Gear-friendly storage (coolers, dry storage, fuel, decoys, tools)
  • Seating layouts that match your crew count (and still keep the boat balanced)
  • Dog-friendly setups (space + traction where it matters)
  • Lighting packages (running lights, deck lighting, scene lighting options)
  • Durability upgrades for abuse-heavy environments (marsh, grass, shell, mud)

Tell us how you hunt/fish and what you normally bring — we’ll recommend a layout that fits the way you actually use the boat.

We keep it simple and fast, no 3-week back-and-forth.

our process:

  1. Quick call/text to understand your terrain + load + crew
  2. We recommend a starting hull size + power direction + layout
  3. You get a clear quote with your must-haves and options
  4. Build + water test + final checks
  5. Pickup or delivery coordination

We can coordinate domestic delivery, and we ship boats for customers all over — including international logistics when needed.

Yes — we don’t disappear after the handoff.

  • Guidance on break-in, maintenance, and setup
  • Help sourcing parts and answering “what should I run?” questions
  • Support as you add gear or change how you use the boat over time
  • Trailer recommendations and setup help if needed

If you’re new to airboats, we’ll help you get confident without making you feel dumb for asking.

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Chris Nobles
2 months ago
The patriot airboat team lead by Faron truly knocked it out of the park on my new 20x8 airboat build. I am looking forward to a great relationship with them moving forward. Don’t hesitate to call and setup a walk through with them. You will not regret it…….
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Nathan Trahan
6 months ago
Fantastic craftsmanship and attention to detail. The boat truly feels like you are getting the absolute best in the game.
Where do I begin? From the moment I called Faron, my experience has been more than outstanding!!!! The financing was quick and easy. The office personnel made the paperwork easy. Which made the transaction smooth. The final product...is unbelievable!!!! The welds are tight and perfect. You can tell a lot of hard work went into it. My airboat came out beautifully. Kudos to Faron and all the staff at Patriot Airboats. I greatly appreciate your time and hard work.
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trey martinez
6 months ago
Thank you to all the team at Patriot Airboats, I recently decided to sell my current boat 16x8 with LS 6.2 500hp and build a new one but before doing so I had to sell my boat. Within 10 minutes Farron called me back and said I’ve got your boat sold! I drove it to the shop to say my last goodbye and sit down to design the new rig! 15x8 Patriot with the new LS 6.6 supercharged 900hp power plant! Unreal how fast he made things happen, not only did he help get mine moved, he answered all my questions about the new build as I’m very picky about the layout. If you’re looking to build a new boat, buy parts and or get top notch service, look no further than Patriot Airboat Corp. There is a reason why his boats are located all over the world!!
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Peyton Starr
6 months ago
Patriot Airboats are in a league of their own. The quality in every aspect is unmatched. I bought a new boat from them in May of last year and I have already ordered another one. Best of the best. I highly recommend you looking into joining the Patriot Family!
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Matthew Walker
9 months ago
Patriot Airboat Corp. just built me a 20x9 Patriot, and it turned out absolutely amazing. The craftsmanship and quality are top-notch. Huge thanks to Faron for being extremely helpful throughout the entire build — he answered every question I had and took care of all my requests without hesitation. The office staff was also fantastic to work with and made the whole process smooth and stress-free.

I couldn’t be happier with the final product. Highly recommend Patriot Airboat!
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