[1] Martin Walford conceived the concept of the Frankton in the late 1990s; Michael Howard then worked out the design.
It was designed as a dinghy that is usable on rivers, lakes and open water.
[2] The Franklin's hull has a W-shape, which supplies the dinghy with lateral resistance and also increases its stability.
Second, the ends fold over the centre part of the boat, creating a smaller box shape.
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