Kakap (boat)

A kakap is a narrow river or coastal boat used for fishing in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei.

[6]: 183–184 [7] The kakap jeram's hull is planked and built with frames, made by meranti (dipterocarp) wood.

A heavy beam is fitted forward and used for winding the anchor cable and bitting it.

If a merchant ship encounters such a boat, a penjajap or lanong must be hiding in the nearby waters.

If attacked, a kakap can land easily on the beach or river bank to make it easier for the crew to escape to the mangrove or palm forest area while carrying the boat with them.