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The Platypus by Australis

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This information was compiled on 20 November 2006.

Model Name	Platypus
Manufacturer	Australis
Length	4.3m
Weight	22kg
Weight Capacity	120kg
Warranty	5 years
Price - No Rudder	$1,050
Price - With Rudder	$1,270
Flat hull for exceptional stability
Great straight line tracking
Full pan seat
Angle adjusting backrest
Large cockpit makes it easy to enter and exit the Platypus
Generous combing for secure spraydeck attachment
Urethane buoyancy is added as primary floatation
Bulkhead sealed storage area in the rear
Extra large hatch to access storage area
Push-on hatch (no clips or buckles)
Can be purchased without a rudder
Can be purchased with a rudder
Can be easily upgraded with a rudder after market
Traditional trailing rudder option/upgrade
Metal rudder blade
"Flap" footrest steering system for rudder (not "sliders")
Moulded hand toggles make 2 person carrying comfortable and easy
Australian made
Designed in Australia for Australian conditions

About the Platypus by Australis

• The Platypus is a traditional flat water touring kayak.

• It is suitable to use on flat water (lakes and rivers).

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