CMC 55012 Two-Piece Manual Jack Plate, 5-1/2 Inch Transom Setback

The CMC 55012 is a two-piece manual jack plate built to move your outboard away from the transom, giving you a 5-1/2 inch setback that helps improve handling, top-end speed, and prop clearance. The two-piece design lets you dial in motor height independently from setback, with 5 inches of slot adjustment at the motor mounting bracket and 1-1/2 inches of adjustment at the transom bracket, so you can fine-tune the mount to your boat and motor combination.

Construction is 6061 T6 extruded aluminum alloy, a marine-grade alloy chosen for its strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to corrosion, paired with stainless steel fasteners throughout for long-term durability in a saltwater or freshwater environment. The two-piece CMC line is also offered with a 4 inch setback for boaters who need a shorter reach from the transom; the 55012 is the 5-1/2 inch setback version. Because the right amount of setback and its effect on handling varies by hull and outboard, CMC recommends checking with your boat manufacturer or local dealer for a setback recommendation specific to your boat before installing.

Specifications

• Brand: CMC
• Manufacturer Part Number: 55012
• Product Style: Two-Piece Manual Jack Plate
• Setback from Transom: 5-1/2 inches
• Motor Mounting Bracket Slot Adjustment: 5 inches
• Transom Bracket Adjustment: 1-1/2 inches
• Material: 6061 T6 extruded aluminum alloy
• Fasteners: Stainless steel
• Color: Silver
• Weight: 25 pounds
• Item Dimensions: 16.5 x 12.7 x 7 inches
• UPC: 739697550122

Fitment

This jack plate does not carry a locked list of approved boats or outboards; because the effect of setback on handling depends on the hull and motor, CMC recommends contacting your boat manufacturer or local dealer for a setback recommendation before installing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What setback does the CMC 55012 jack plate provide? The CMC 55012 provides a 5-1/2 inch setback from the transom, moving the outboard back from the boat.

Is the CMC 55012 a one-piece or two-piece jack plate? It is a two-piece manual jack plate, which allows the motor mounting bracket and the transom bracket to adjust independently of each other.

How much adjustment does the CMC 55012 allow? There is 5 inches of slot adjustment at the motor mounting bracket and 1-1/2 inches of adjustment at the transom bracket on the CMC 55012.

What is the CMC 55012 jack plate made of? It is made of 6061 T6 extruded aluminum alloy with stainless steel fasteners for strength and corrosion resistance.

How much does the CMC 55012 jack plate weigh? The CMC 55012 weighs 25 pounds.

What are the dimensions of the CMC 55012? The CMC 55012 measures approximately 16.5 x 12.7 x 7 inches.

Is a 4 inch setback version of this jack plate available? Yes, CMC offers the two-piece manual jack plate in a 4 inch setback as a separate part in addition to the 5-1/2 inch setback of the 55012.

Does raising a boat's motor with the CMC 55012 improve performance? A jack plate setback like the CMC 55012 is used to move the outboard away from the transom, which can affect handling and performance, but CMC advises checking with your boat manufacturer or local dealer for the setback recommendation appropriate to your specific boat.

What color is the CMC 55012 jack plate? The CMC 55012 jack plate has a silver finish.

Are the fasteners on the CMC 55012 corrosion resistant? Yes, the CMC 55012 uses stainless steel fasteners for maximum strength and durability in marine use.

What is included with the CMC 55012? The CMC 55012 is a complete two-piece manual jack plate unit with its stainless steel fasteners.

Is manual adjustment required on the CMC 55012, or is it hydraulic? The CMC 55012 is a manual jack plate, meaning setback and height adjustments are made by hand rather than hydraulically.