Just received my AVX1980 and had it out on Lake Maumelle here in Arkansas; contending with Tropical storm wind gusts that made the lake a bit choppy (about 2 ft. rollers at times); against the wind, with two 250lb guys fully loaded boat, with the Evinrude Etec G2 HO 150 and easily got the boat up to 50 MPH; that's with no jack plate; It's very possible this could easily hit/exceed 55mph with better conditions and with one person likely closer to 60. That said, I am amazed how well this boat rides, how quiet the motor is and well behaved at low idel speeds. Quite pleased.