Aha Trivia Stuff Everyone Should Know
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In an inboard-outboard setup, where is the engine located?

Inside the boat.

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  1. Outside on the transom
  2. On a towed trailer
  3. Inside the boat ✔

Why: A sterndrive keeps the engine inboard while the gearbox and propeller sit outside.

Huh, didn't know that: A sterndrive keeps the engine inboard while the gearbox and propeller sit outside.

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Answer: Inside the boat. A sterndrive keeps the engine inboard while the gearbox and propeller sit outside.

  1. Motorboat en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motorboat
    the internal combustion engine is installed inside the boat, and the gearbox and propeller are outside
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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