Hacker-Craft
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Hacker-Craft is the name given to boats built by The Hacker Boat Co. It is an American company, founded in Detroit, Michigan in 1908 by John Ludwig Hacker (1877–1961, known as John L. Hacker or just "John L.") and is one of the oldest constructors of wooden motor boats in the world. The company moved operations to New York State in the 1970s and continues to produce hand-built boats.
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Company type | Private company |
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Industry | Boatbuilder |
Founded | 1908 |
Founder | John L. Hacker |
Headquarters | Queensbury, New York, United States |
Area served | Worldwide |
Products | Motor Boats, Runabouts, Tenders, Racers |
Website | www |
Hacker was a naval architect and American motorboat designer. His major design and engineering accomplishments include the invention of the "V"-hull design and the floating biplane for the Wright brothers. The company was known for its runabouts, utilities, commuters, and tenders.