Is there a difference between salt water and fresh water yachts?

Question

Shouldn't a boat float in either? Would a salt water yacht not work for some reason in fresh water?

Answer 1

salt water boats are maintained differently than fresh due to the ill effects of salt- anti fouling paint, anode bars, and engine flushing to name a few.  salt water boats build up with barnacles which plug water intake passages and create drag on the hull of the boat.

Answer 2

it doesnt matter to the boat what water its in but i does matter to the owner

Answer 3

Boats will float as easily in salty or fresh water, but precautions have to be taken for some engine fittings for use in salt water.