Permanently mounted hinged ladders aren’t just good for swimming off the boat. They also allow boarding in emergency situations. To make a stock ladder work may involve lots of expensive and time-consuming improvisation. We’ll build it to fit, and you just bolt it on. Made from 1″ heavy-wall stainless. Transom- or gunwale-mount. Design your own with our expert help. Ladder mounting position should allow at least 2 steps to be in the water when lowered. Step gap is usually 1′.