Air draft is the vertical height of the boat above the waterline, measured from the water’s surface to the highest fixed point on the vessel. This measurement is critical when planning routes that include bridges, locks, or covered waterways, as it determines the minimum clearance required to pass safely.

The Targa 32 is offered in Flybridge configuration and features multiple air-draft settings depending on antenna position. Unlike smaller models, the Targa 32 provides greater flexibility, allowing owners to adapt the boat to a wider range of height-restricted waterways. In Flybridge configuration, the Targa 32 has a minimum air draft of 10 feet 6 inches. With antennas lowered, the air draft increases to 12 feet 9.5 inches. With antennas fully raised, the maximum air draft is 15 feet 8.5 inches. Lowering antennas and removable equipment allows the Targa 32 to operate at its reduced air draft, improving bridge clearance when navigating inland waterways or coastal routes with height limitations.

The adjustable air draft of the Targa 32 significantly expands where and how the boat can be used. This flexibility makes it well suited for a wide range of cruising environments, from inland waterways and canal systems to coastal and offshore routes. Combined with its protected pilothouse, proven hull design, and all-weather capability, the Targa 32 offers owners the confidence to plan diverse itineraries without being limited by bridge clearances. It’s a key reason the Targa 32 works so well as an all-season platform for both shorter trips and extended cruising.

Yes, the Targa 32 is and excellent candidate for a Great Loop boat. The Great Loop places specific demands on a boat: low bridge clearance in certain sections, long days at displacement and semi-planing speeds, and the need for a comfortable, protected helm in a wide range of conditions. The Targa 32 checks many of those boxes, particularly in terms of all-weather protection, build quality, and overall efficiency. With antennas lowered, the Targa 32 can reduce its air draft enough to pass through many height-restricted areas along the Loop. Like most boats in this size range, some sections may still require careful planning or alternate routes depending on water levels and local conditions. From a usability standpoint, the pilothouse layout works well for long days underway, and the boat’s systems are designed for extended time aboard. That said, Great Loop suitability is less about whether a boat can do it and more about whether it’s set up to match how an owner plans to travel. That’s where a conversation matters. Propulsion choice, onboard systems, storage, and cruising speed preferences all play a role. If the Great Loop is a serious goal, it’s worth talking through those details up front to make sure the Targa 32 is configured appropriately for that kind of trip.