Center Consoles are the fastest-growing segment of the marine marketplace—making the choices seemingly endless. Center Consoles are perfect for many occasions and appeal to a wide range of boaters, including the serious anglers, families, and the luxury day boater. View our library to learn more about the latest center console models and their various features.
When a single Intrepid powerboat is encountered on the open waters or at a marina, it turns heads for its hand-crafted customization and industry-leading innovation. So, it’s little wonder that a gathering of dozens of Intrepids created a buzz in the Florida Keys. This celebration saw the Intrepid Nation take over the Ocean Reef Club for their 2022 Owners Rendezvous.
It was a special weekend for Intrepid owners at the exclusive island resort club because of all the activities that were planned and hosted by Intrepid President Ken Clinton, Vice President of Sales Alex Rizo, and Vice President of Customer Support Joe Brenna. Expectations grew as owners and their guests reached the resort club, whether through the channel markers to the world-class private marina or by car along impeccably manicured grounds. It wasn’t hard to feel that this was an exceptional gathering spot for an Intrepid family weekend. Although the Ocean Reef Club is a private membership community, Intrepid Powerboats arranged the rendezvous in this location for owners to feel the true meaning of what their boats stand for—a one-of-a-kind experience.
Intrepid Powerboats is a family unlike any other with members linked through the satisfaction of going through the one-on-one design process that makes each boat as individual as the owner. The Intrepid Owners Rendezvous brings friends and families together to celebrate their shared pride in owning such a personalized performing vessel. Festivities started with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, and a big welcome at the resort club’s Marlin Beach. The party continued the next day with a sandbar raft-up at Billy’s Point where 26 Intrepids tied side-to to create an awesome backdrop for those floating and swimming in the warm waters. Joining the crowd was the all-new 41 Valor. The new model was inspired by owner suggestions for twin Mercury 600 or triple Yamaha 425 engines, a larger cockpit, increased fuel capacity, and a wider beam. It showed how owner input drives Intrepid’s new boat innovation. That evening, the White Dinner Party on Lagoon Beach was a nice end to a wonderful day on the water.
Saturday had so many activities it was hard to choose just one, from tennis and pickleball to golf, SCUBA diving, and kayaking to just relaxing at the pool or spa. Needless to say, it was an active lead-up to the celebratory Havana Nights Dinner Party where tropical night-on-the-town outfits adorned the dance floor. With the abundance of fun, water, and adventures during sun-soaked days and starlit nights, Intrepid Nation, without a doubt, had the time of their lives. intrepidpowerboats.com
The 377 LXF is an all-new model, built as the ideal blend of performance, luxury and styling. Loaded with Scout innovation, this model has a lithium ion battery with battery management system (no generator necessary); portside swing-in boarding door with ladder; double sun deck lounge with cushions, armrests and underside storage forward of the console; key fob remote controlled lights; spacious cabin down below and an enclosed head with a porcelain vessel sink with Corian vanity and mirror; marine head with electric overboard discharge with an 11 gallon holding tank; 120V air conditioning & heat in the cabin and at the helm; and so much more. Upgrade your experience out on the water with an available Seakeeper 3 gyro stabilizer; optional summer kitchen complete with grill, sink, cutting board, manual slide-out cooler, seat cushion and bolster; and your choice of upholstery color package. Dive in to discover more. ScoutBoats.com
S-Class (luxury models 33’ and up) signifies the upper echelon of our line-up – the highest level of luxury – similar to what you experience with high-end luxury automobiles. The 377 LXF is meticulously crafted with cutting-edge Carbon Epoxy Construction (Carbon Fiber/E-Glass is the main material used in the Epoxy Infusion process) and the highest-performing dual Scout Stepped Hull Technology, while simultaneously pairing it with the finest sophisticated blend of appointments and technologies.
Every new model launch is important, but this is one of the most significant unveilings in Everglades history. Introducing the 455cc flagship model. A model of firsts. Revealed in their platinum anniversary year, the 455cc is a testament to their 20-year history of unyielding innovation, time honored design, and uncompromising fishability.
The 455cc is a flagship of control and technology. The largest command center to date, the helm allows you to control everything – literally. Integrated into the vessel’s central nervous system with the assistance of Garmin’s Advanced Electronics Engineers, three massive Garmin touchscreen monitors provide continuous access to a full array of information and control features.
Yet the 455cc is no showboat. Everglades fishing DNA is inherently designed into the 455cc’s deck plan to get you on top of prey quickly and fish hard. From strategically placed gear drawers and rod holders to their first ever in-floor fishboxes, the 455cc is first and foremost a hardcore, unapologetic offshore fishing machine.
Adorned in beautifully crafted materials and exotic woods, the 455cc will let guests and passengers know that you have arrived. It transcends typical marine appointments with impeccable fit and finishes that includes high-quality leather-like upholsteries, above and below deck climate controls, rich-looking wood accents, and supportive triple Release Marine® helm seats. Overnights and weekends come standard with a generous king-sized convertible bed, galley space, and separate head and shower facilities.
Recently released for production, the 455cc will be offered exclusively to select Everglades customers and dealers in limited quantity.
The third model in the ls series, the 43 LS, combines the aesthetic of sport styling with the luxurious amenities and details synonymous with the tiara brand. Guests can choose from multiple social zones for relaxation and leisure. Forward, the bow features wrap around seating with a reclining lounge. The helm seats four comfortably, with standing room and a leaning bolster just aft, providing a secure zone for more guests while underway. A side boarding door located portside presents access to your favorite water activities. The innovative aft u-lounge rotates 180 allowing guests to further enjoy the swim platform and beautiful views. Entertain everyone aboard from the galley, well equipped with sink, refrigerator and large countertop. Below deck, comfortable accommodations for four await.
Stay tuned for a full boat review from Southern Boating coming soon!
Sōlace Boats and Volvo Penta team up to create a new platform for fun.
When I saw the new SOLACE 415CS center console for the first time, I immediately noticed two things: no outboards and the massive size of the aft deck…and swim platform! It’s true. I’m so used to seeing center consoles with outboards and a transom that encloses the cockpit, but this was totally different—almost like the deck just extended out into the water, which it did.
You might think that’s not very safe when underway, but SŌLACE boats are designed with a meticulous attention to detail. There’s a large centerline sunpad with an adjustable backrest and a swing-away door on each side that closes tightly against the sunpad’s frame to create a transom when running. When open, the doors fit neatly out of the way alongside the gunwale, and the aft deck becomes one huge entertainment area, and good for fishing, too.
“There’s more usable transom area on the boat because of the way it’s designed,” says Todd Albrecht, president of SŌLACE Boats. “Most of it is the swim platform, and you’re not always using it when you’re running, but you might be diving, you might be snorkeling, you might be sitting at a sandbar; because all of that swim platform area is the same level as the boat, the same level as the deck, it’s now usable space.”
Where are the Engines?
Besides offering a place to sit and catch a few rays on the Solace 415CS, that huge aft sunpad is also the cover for Volvo Penta’s innovative Aquamatic Sterndrive D6-DPI diesel engines. This model has twin 440-hp engines, one of the most powerful drives for the recreational market, but it’s not just the powerplant, it’s the entire package.
The propulsion system, including the controls, is designed as a comprehensive solution from the props to the multifunction displays (MFD) to optimize speed, acceleration, torque, maneuverability, fuel efficiency, and comfort in use. The Aquamatic sterndrive went through extensive updates, including a smooth, silent hydraulic clutch that, when matched with Volvo Penta’s trademark counter-rotation DuoProp propellers, results in greater maneuverability at low speeds. The sterndrive has improved reliability for longer service intervals as well as additional sensors for monitoring and diagnostics.
On top of that, “Our fuel consumption is dramatically reduced,” says Jens Bering, vice president of marine sales for Volvo Penta of the Americas. “Compared to outboards in the same boat, we have a fifty percent increase in range, and that’s no small number.” Fuel consumption is reduced by up to 42 percent at cruising speeds over comparable outboard configurations.
At the helm, the Electronic Vessel Control System connects and manages the internal communications between the propulsion system and the throttle, joystick, dynamic positioning, and glass cockpit controls for simpler operation, even informing operators with diagnostics through the On-Board Maintenance Assistant. It’s all part of Volvo Penta’s Easy Boating philosophy, which shows off cleverly in the placement of the joystick and the Garmin GRID 20 remote device. They’re both integrated into the helm chair armrests. Like having the television remote control within reach, you don’t have to get up out of the seat to control the boat’s direction or access the Garmin MFD menu to configure screen displays.
The technology at the helm and in the engines is awesome, at least for those of us interested the “operation of things,” and so is the way the boat rides. “It didn’t matter how we had the boat loaded with all the gear and all the people and everything else, it just seemed to be a little bit more consistent in how it ran or how it was floating,” says Albrecht. “With that said, with the weight further forward and not hanging on the transom, the boat just feels a lot more solid as it comes back into the water after a wave. When it comes back down, the boat has a much better feel and in big water,
it feels like a bigger boat.”
If the family and your fishing buddies appreciate the ride, they’ll certainly enjoy the reduced noise when underway. “What stood out most to me was how quiet these engines run,” says Albrecht. “I give a lot of credit to the in-house design team on how they made not only the engine box, but also how they routed the intake air so that we didn’t have a lot of sound escaping.” Volvo did its part on the engines, and Soundown added the right noise reduction solution. “Whether it’s cruising down the Intracoastal or cruising forty miles an hour, it is truly the quietest experience I’ve ever had, inboard or outboard.”
Where’s the Fun?
As if talking about the technology isn’t fun, we all know a center console is a versatile platform for fun in the sun with its shallow draft and its ability to fish one day and take the family to the sandbar the next. The Solace 415CS is a day boat that is highly maneuverable with plenty of storage, and some have small cabins for a bathroom break or for the kids to nap. With the fuel efficiency of the Volvo Penta sterndrive inboards, a trip to the Bahamas and back from Florida isn’t a stretch. “It’s how we sized the fuel tanks on this project,” says Bering. “It was all about going to the Bahamas, have fun in the Bahamas, and come back again on one tank of fuel.”
The boat incorporates a wealth of family and fishing features, including a carbon-fiber superstructure, one-piece dive door with integrated stairs, fully opening electric windshield, and the versatile aft seating arrangements on deck. Built-in air conditioning and a cabin with enclosed shower and head are just part of what makes the 415CS an innovative family boat that has the flexibility for any waterborne activity.
There was concern that because of the large sunpad in the middle of the cockpit, fishing would be cumbersome. Well, it’s a center console, so you can walk completely around the boat from the stern to the bow and back, and with a fish on, that’s important. Yes, there is a hullside “tuna” door to port, but there’s also that huge swim platform. What a spot to bring on a catch! There are no engines to nab your line or obstruct landing the fish. Outriggers and rocket launchers are mounted on the hardtop, and rod holders line the gunwale from stern to bow. There’s mezzanine seating behind the helm that faces the action, and underneath is a huge tackle/storage cabinet. Fish boxes set within the deck, and recessed seating atop coolers in the bow are removable when tournament fishing to allow room to lean against the rail.
Family fun is accentuated by the seating as well. Besides the recessed forward seating in the bow, a centerline sun lounge ahead of the console seats three and is made with memory foam. Lift up the mezzanine seating overlooking the cockpit to find a food prep center with sink and faucet, and grill. The cockpit sunpad provides a huge area to hang out, and the incredibly large swim platform is a launch pad for everything water sports. Speaking of which, the swim platform keeps the sterndrives under wraps from swimmers, and the ability for the drives to tilt up allows the boat shallow access to the beach or sandbar.
“We wanted to solve some commonly seen missed opportunities within the center console market,” says Albrecht, stating the importance of “increased versatility with the transom, extended range, less fueling time at the dock, quieter cruise, improved maneuverability, and more.” This is a fun, comfortable boat with the technology and open space to get the most out of day on the water. solaceboats.comvolvopenta.com
Pursuit’s Sport Series center consoles have all the amenities for a day on the water.
Center consoles are known for their maneuverability and fishing prowess, but they’ve become much more in recent years. The Pursuit Sport Series is a perfect example of how center consoles have evolved into comfortable, versatile platforms for any adventure.
Newest in Pursuit’s popular Sport Series is the S 358, its first 35-foot center console, that nicely balances the series with the S 428, Pursuit’s largest and flagship model on one end, and the modest, yet robust S 268 on the other. The range shares a lot of similarities, but each has its own personality.
Born to Fish
The S 358, like her bigger sisters, the S 428 and the S 378, boasts a wide-open cockpit with plenty of room to bait and catch and haul in some big fish. Anglers will find 12 rod holders standard around the gunwale fore and aft, and with the optional hardtop rocket launcher and Taco Grand Slam 390 extending outriggers, the fish will feel they’re at a smorgasbord. A 32-gallon recirculating lighted livewell with Oceana blue finish and a clear lid contains lots of bait, and the in-floor insulated fish boxes with diaphragm pump-outs port and starboard hold your catch. Tackle drawers are nearby in the portside helm seat base.
A big fishing advantage of a center console is that anglers can move around the entire boat to keep working the catch. Wide walkways on either side of the helm have coaming and rails along the gunwale for safety, and built-in coaming boxes forward keep fenders and dock lines secure while under the gunwales aft, holders keep rods and long gaffs safely stowed.
The same features carry on in the S 378 and S 428, but with the additional length of the 42, there are three fish boxes, two in the floor and a 68-gallon insulated transom box with a 36-gallon recirculating livewell on each side. On all three models, the patented foldaway transom seat opens the cockpit for unobstructed fishing off the stern. Fresh and raw water washdowns are located hull side at the transom to starboard with a hot/cold shower to port next to the transom door. Speaking of which, the door opens to access the engines from a wraparound platform and includes a flush-mount pullout ladder for swimmers.
Time to Entertain
With the catch boxed up and the washdown complete as well as one or two fillets ready to grill, the cockpit easily transforms into an entertainment area with a few simple moves. Chances are the mezzanine aft-facing seating and the transom seat were folded away to clear the cockpit for fishing, but when folded out, six can sit comfortably around a removable pedestal table. The entertainment center supports the mezzanine seating aft of the helm seats and includes a grill, insulated storage box, sink, and cutting board. Pursuit is all about function and versatility, and it shows in the S 358’s mezzanine seating. The starboard side folds up to keep working the grill while the portside seating can remain down for guests. The refrigerator is conveniently located underneath the grill with the door opening out in the starboard walkway.
A really cool feature on the S 378 and S 428 is that the mezzanine seating is motorized and slides into the cockpit space with the push of a button. On the 378, the entertainment center moves with the seating and on the 428, the seating moves away from the entertainment center, both creating a separate, walk-through galley area behind the helm. Another special feature on the 428 that creates even more entertainment space is when the starboard cockpit hull side opens outward to form a beach deck. Yep, with the push of a button.
Comfortable seating and hanging out with family and friends aren’t confined to the cockpit. There’s a huge bow on the other end with wraparound and lounge seating to stretch out and relax. Electrically activated backrests on the port and starboard sides of the wraparound seating create a forward-facing lounge while the centerline console seating reclines and has armrests. Dine alfresco or play games on the custom fiberglass table that electrically raises and lowers…yep, with the push of a button. A filler cushion atop the table makes for a large sunpad, and an optional Mediterranean-style sunshade helps keep the sun at bay if necessary. The bow has its own audio controls and plenty of drink holders as well as storage under the seats.
The Centerpiece
The fishing, the entertaining, and the adventures are all guided from the center console. Helm controls are ergonomically designed within reach for fluid operation. The dash accommodates dual 16-inch displays, but the optional, factory-installed Garmin electronics package interfaces with the twin Yamaha Digital 425 XTO engine package, including integrated digital electric steering, Helm Master EX, and joystick controls for seamless connection. Similarly, the packages are also available with the triple engines on the 378 and the quadruple setup on the 428 with room for 22-inch displays on its dash. The three models have some great options, too, including SiriusXM satellite and weather, Garmin radar, and FLIR night vision cameras. Compass, trim tab control, and bow thruster joystick controls are standard.
The seating is just as comfortable at the helm as it is at the bow and in the cockpit due to the adjustable triple helm seats that each have individual armrests, bolsters, footrests, and air conditioning vents. The molded fiberglass, full-beam hardtop connects with a custom windshield system with tempered glass, an electrically actuated center vent, and windshield wiper with freshwater washer. It not only protects from weather but provides a solid base for electronics and outriggers on top. The sliding hatch supplies ventilation as well as access to the gear above. When the sun gets a little intense on the aft deck, an optional retractable sunshade mounted in the hardtop provides plenty of cover with, you guessed it, a push of a button.
Adding to the comfort level, an optional Seakeeper 2 gyrostabilizer will keep the rock and roll steady. On the 378, a Seakeeper 3 is an option, and on the 428, a Seakeeper 6 stabilizer is standard.
The Finishing Touch
One of the most beneficial features of the Pursuit S 358, and probably the most appreciated, is the well-appointed cabin with a private head. Not too many 35-foot center consoles can boast this feature with macerator head, opening portlight with screen, and Corian countertop with sink and pullout faucet/shower wand for hot or cold water use. There’s ample headroom, and the port and starboard hull windows provide plenty of light, including in the head. The forward seating area converts into a berth, and a 28-inch LED TV along with the optional microwave are quite convenient. This area is also where the main distribution panel is located, accessible yet out of the way.
Innovations abound in Pursuit’s Sport family, and the new S 358 is the balance point of the series. Intuition, imagination, flexibility, craftsmanship, and listening to ideas has made the Sport Series a favorite for all those looking for a boat that adapts to any adventure on the water.
The 420 Outrage 50th Anniversary Edition is the flagship of the vaunted Whaler fleet and is a proven bluewater boat upgraded with 1,800 hp of Mercury V12 technology, upgraded upholstery and finishes and graphics that are sure to grab extra attention at the docks. The optional second station and tower are worth considering for serious anglers.
Twelve months after rocking the center console world with the introduction of the revolutionary V-46 center console, Valhalla Boatworks has stolen the spotlight again with the announcement of the all-new Valhalla 55.
The latest flagship of the V Series is poised to become the industry’s leading center console over 50 feet, delivering unbeatable performance, range, engineering, fishability and luxury accommodations.
“There will be nothing like it,” says Viking Yachts President and CEO Pat Healey, who broke the news at the Viking Yachts & Valhalla Boatworks VIP Boat Show at the Viking Yacht Service Center. “We’re setting a new standard by bringing together the qualities of a large center console and a luxury sportfishing yacht.”
Valhalla will offer the V-55 with a tuna tower.
ROLE PLAYER
The V-55 will thrive in a variety of roles – offshore tournament contender, high-performance sport yacht, fish-and-cruise express or tender to a Viking or superyacht. Quadruple or quintet Mercury 7.6-liter V12 600-hp Verado outboards power the new Valhalla. “The boat was designed and engineered for these engines,” says Viking Vice President of Design and Engineering Lonni Rutt. “We developed a transom and structure to support the weight and horsepower. We prepared for – and are working with – the technology rather than adapting to it.”
The Valhalla 55 holds a total of 1,200 gallons of standard fuel – that’s 200 to 300 gallons more than competing models. The boat is also engineered with an electrically operated fuel management system, providing increased reliability and utility by allowing each engine to draw from designated fuel tanks.
The Valhalla 55 rides on the patented Stepped-V Ventilated Tunnel (SVVT) from Michael Peters Yacht Design. “We’ve seen great performance with the other V Series models in all aspects – from excellent ride quality and efficiency to maneuverability and helm visibility,” David says of the double-stepped, deep-V running surface. “The V-55 is the largest center console on the market to utilize what we believe is the most advanced and effective stepped-hull design currently available.”
The new Valhalla is also the largest resin-infused center console of its kind. And like a Viking sportfisher, the hull is being manufactured with fiberglass and carbon fiber/E-glass hybrid fabrics for optimal strength and weight savings. The structural stringer grid, deck, liners and hardtop are also resin-infused. The stringer grid has been engineered for the installation of a gyro stabilizer and is accessible through a watertight cockpit sole hatch. “We incorporated the space and the structure for a Seakeeper 9,” says Lonni. “A smaller gyro would be sufficient, but we wanted to offer maximum comfort for our customers.”
The V Series has been recognized for its meticulous fit and finish, and the workmanship on the V-55 will be equally impressive. All hatches have deep drain channels and gaskets that fit into molded channels to keep them in place and functioning as designed. Doors and lids are gelcoat-finished on both sides using Light Resin Transfer Molding, and the Gemlux hardware is top-shelf.
BEAM MATTERS
At 15 feet, 6 inches, the V-55 has more beam than any other center console from 50 to 60 feet. That width brings a host of advantages on deck and in the cabin. Dual 65-gallon live wells anchor an immense cockpit, comparable to a convertible’s business end. Flip-down transom seats can be integrated into the cockpit corners.
Twin insulated fish boxes flank the centerline Seakeeper hatch and the lazarette – both finished with a white gelcoat for better visibility and maintenance. Fuel filters; bilge pumps and switches, live well and fish box pumps; live well manifolds; the Hooker Sea Chest System; the freshwater engine flush and other components are expertly installed, neatly labeled and readily accessible in the lazarette.
The new Valhalla is designed for up to nine forward-facing chairs (with armrests and flip-up bolsters) in two rows under the hardtop. The fiberglass seating modules sit on a raised teak-clad platform for increased visibility; the aft unit includes a four-person aft-facing mezzanine seat with refrigeration underneath and a grill (starboard) and sink (port). The center of the backrest folds down to reveal tackle storage with Plano boxes and a large drawer. Rod holders and cupholders line the top of the module. The second row has designated refrigerated drink boxes in the deck, as well as footrest and cupholder areas. Owners can choose a standard Costa Marine bench or four or five Release Marine teak chairs for the second row. The forward row holds four Release Marine chairs (with electric slides for adjustment), and a fold-down step for the captain (if necessary).
CLEAN LOOK
In the Viking and Valhalla tradition, the helm layout is clean, straightforward and operator-friendly with excellent visibility in all directions. A ProCurve solid glass enclosure with custom fiberglass frame provides weather protection and a gin-clear view ahead. A recessed black acrylic dash is home to three large multi-function displays, with a row of Bocatech switches beneath; the boat comes standard with the Zipwake Dynamic Trim-Control System. The Edson steering wheel is mounted on a custom faux teak or solid teak helm pod, with the engine controls and joystick to starboard.
Wide sidedecks lead to the bow. A lounge (with armrests and cupholders) is integrated into the console and comfortably seats three guests. There’s an additional seat on the forward end that can hold an available live well. A pair of forward seats with optional teak backrests are to port and starboard, allowing a clear path to the centerline step-up casting platform and access to the anchor locker, windlass and ground tackle. The optional bow table is perfect for lunch or drinks, and can be lowered to create one large sunpad.
The V-55 benefits from Viking’s vertical integration in many ways, including the ability to outfit her with a custom Palm Beach Towers (a Viking company) gap tower or fold-down marlin tower with removable sunshade. The hardtop package comes with a slew of fishing and navigational features and equipment, including an integrated electric teaser reel box; a six-rod rocket launcher; and molded-in pods for spreader lights, overhead electronics and radar antenna. VBW offers factory-installed electronics packages from Garmin or Simrad; custom installations of navigation, communication and entertainment systems from the Viking subsidiary Atlantic Marine Electronics – another example of vertical integration at work – are also available to owners.
An array of color choices and options allows owners to personalize their V-55; popular options include faux teak for the transom and toe rail and custom outboard and antenna colors to match the hull. Color compatibility can be taken to an even higher level with custom outboard paint packages and gelcoat options for the deck liner, console, seating modules and deck boxes.
COMFORTS OF HOME
A companionway leads to the air-conditioned cabin. Its location – on the console’s starboard aft end – and its sliding door are similar to a Viking express yacht, providing easy access and the ability to run safely with the door open or closed.
The V-55’s accommodations below expand the use of wood and amenities, bringing an enhanced level of yacht-like luxury akin to a Viking interior. A pair of 24-inch Bomar overhead hatches and two portlights on each side of the cabin usher in an abundance of natural light, heightening the appeal of the horizontal-grain walnut.
The cabin boasts 6 feet, 10 inches of headroom and is appointed with a feature-rich galley to starboard and an L-shaped lounge on the port side with a drop-down dinette table for conversion into a bunk. A standard 32-inch HD TV faces the dinette.
The forward area is dedicated to the private stateroom with its raised walk-around queen bed (with storage underneath) and 32-inch HD TV; port-side ensuite head with vanity and sink; and separate enclosed shower on the stateroom’s starboard side. The layout also makes the head accessible from the cabin interior. Moving aft, there’s a bunk area with a pair of single berths, each 6 feet, 3 inches long – perfect for a couple, kids or anglers.
With the V-46, VBW was the first to design and engineer a large designated dry space for mechanical and electrical components – a “machinery room.” Accessed through an aft bulkhead door in the bunk area, the V-55’s machinery room contains the batteries and battery chargers, fire and ventilation systems, water heater, electrical distribution panel, generator with 50-gallon diesel tank, access to the electronics, fuel management systems and much more. A 15 kW genset was chosen as standard equipment to ensure ample power for air conditioning, refrigeration and Seakeeper operation.
“In every way, this boat goes above and beyond,” says Pat. “We’re extremely excited and can’t wait to show you our new Valhalla.”
Construction of hull No. 1 begins this summer, and the Valhalla 55 makes its world premiere at the 2022 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.
Inboard on a Center Console – Meet the New SŌLACE 415CS
SŌLACE partners with Volvo Penta for an innovative center console.
The 2021 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show was the stage for SŌLACE Boats to unveil its new 415CS center console powered by a fully integrated Volvo Penta propulsion system with twin diesel Aquamatic DPI inboards.
“The first thing you will notice when you look at the new 415CS is an innovative, clean transom that allows you full access to your boat,” said Todd Albrecht, president of SŌLACE Boats. “Another great benefit of this package is the extended range, made possible by twin diesels and the significantly improved fuel efficiency, allowing for four hundred-ninety miles of range with the standard four hundred-forty-four-gallon tank.”
SŌLACE Boats are created and built from Stephen Dougherty’s lifelong passion for boatbuilding and engineering, turning ideas into practical designs, and trusting his instincts as well as his strong commitment to the community, the customer, and family values. From the groundbreaking 345CC to the 32CS and the 41CS, the collaboration with Volvo Penta shows just how innovation is at the core of these two companies.
“We wanted to solve some commonly seen missed opportunities within the center console market,” said Albrecht, emphasizing the importance of “increased versatility with the transom, extended range, less fueling time at the dock, quieter cruise, improved maneuverability, and more.”
“Together with SŌLACE, we recognized that there is a greater need for more versatility, not to just to have outboards in the back, but to have the versatility with the swim platform because we have lost that. When you do those Bahama trips, it’s nice to have the swim platform to do those fun activities,” says Jens Bering, vice president of marine sales for Volvo Penta of the Americas. “You couple those fun factors together with the diesel engines and the automatic drive which offers all this range. Our fuel consumption is dramatically reduced, so compared to outboards in the same boat, we are increasing range by fifty percent, and that’s no small number.”
The twin D6-440 diesel Aquamatic DPI propulsion package includes Volvo Penta’s trademark counter-rotation DuoProp propellers that deliver superior torque and precise maneuverability at low speeds. Besides boosting the range by 50 percent, fuel consumption is decreased by up to 42 percent at cruising speeds over comparable outboard configurations.
The SŌLACE 415CS incorporates an abundance of family and fishing features, including a carbon fiber superstructure, one-piece dive door with integrated stairs, fully opening electric windshield, and the versatile aft seating arrangements on deck. Built-in air conditioning and a cabin with enclosed shower and head are just part of what makes the 415CS an innovative boat that has the flexibility for any waterborne activity. solaceboats.com; volvopenta.com
The boating boom is alive and well. Ask any of the boatbuilders attending the 62nd Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) set for October 27-31 at the Bahia Mar Yachting Center.
Trying to keep up with unprecedented demand over the past 18 months, boat and yacht builders can be forgiven for not having the capacity or time to add new models. Yet, there are plenty of builders introducing a new boat or two at the world’s largest in-water boat show.
For tickets, hospitality packages including the popular Windward VIP Club, parking, and more, visit flibs.com.
Intrepid 427 Nomad FE
After debuting at an Intrepid Rendezvous in July, the new 427 Nomad FE is making an encore appearance in Fort Lauderdale, powered by triple 600-hp Mercury Verado V12s. Highlights of this roomier, more powerful center console (42′ 7″ LOA, 12′ 8″ beam) include a full-height glass windshield with wiper for maximum protection from the elements. The customizable aft cockpit features a hullside swing-in dive door on one side and a hydraulic hullside platform on the other, each with fold-out ladder and grab bars. Forward seating includes dual sun loungers and a hi-lo table that converts bow seating to another expansive sunpad. The spacious hideaway head with shower completes a package that delivers Intrepid’s signature brand of custom comfort and performance. intrepidpowerboats.com
MJM Yachts 3z
Designed in a Carolina Downeast style, the 3z is MJM Yachts’ first entry into the dayboat market. The 38-footer with an 11-foot beam is built upon the 35z hull designed by naval architect Doug Zurn. The epoxy-infused cored composite hull is light enough that MJM Yachts went with twin 300-hp Mercury Verado XL outboards. The pilothouse offers 360-degree views and can be used for overnighting as port and starboard settees can sleep two or seat six. A full head and shower are in the port console. The builder loaded the MJM 3z with electronic goodies, including Garmin displays, Mercury’s digital fly-by-wire with joystick control, and Skyhook digital anchor. mjmyachts.com
Tiara Yachts 48 LS
The largest outboard-powered Tiara Yachts has ever built, the 48 LS, builds on the legacy of the LS Series. Forward, the bow features wraparound seating and a chaise lounge. Aft, the rotating lounge boasts multiple locking positions and electrically adjustable backrests. Deploy the terrace and expand the cockpit. At the helm, sliding doors provide a retreat from the elements. The 48 LS (48′ 4″ LOA, 14′ 2″ beam) features the new 600-hp Mercury Verado V12 engines that deliver the ultimate outboard-driving experience. tiarayachts.com
Maritimo M55
As part of an ongoing new model development program, Australian luxury motoryacht manufacturer, Maritimo, will unveil the new M55 and S55 in Fort Lauderdale. The M55 (56′ 8″ LOA, 17′ 2″ beam) is the latest evolution of the iconic flybridge motoryacht series. Defining its striking new exterior form are the molded bridge overhangs, which are a legacy feature of Maritimo flybridge motoryachts past. The overhangs not only provide space aboard, they also protect the walkaround side decks. The S55 (56′ 8″ LOA, 17′ 2″ beam, right) is designed to meet the lifestyle expectations of a dedicated group of express motoryacht enthusiasts seeking space, comfort, and luxury with an emphasis on long-range offshore cruising and adventuring. maritimoamericas.com
Formula 500 SSC
The Formula 500 Super Sport Crossover is the latest in the popular line featuring the surefooted FAS3Tech hull. The 53-foot bowrider (14′ 6″ beam) comes with a full cockpit galley and bar, an entertainment system featuring a 65-inch power-lift LED TV, and a hardtop with sun and moon roofs. For overnighting, the 500 SSC has a separate stateroom with a queen-size berth, sofa, and entertainment suite, a full head, and a stocked galley. From the spacious bow to the expansive extended swim platform, sun lovers will rejoice. The 500 SSC has a 290-mile range running 42 knots with its quad Mercury Verado 600 outboards. formulaboats.com
Regal LX 36 | 38 FXO
Following the positive response and success surrounding Regal’s LX Series and Yacht Series, Regal has introduced two all-new models that will make an appearance at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. The LX36 (37’ 2” LOA, 11’ 4” beam) brings the luxury of its yacht series and marries it with the performance of its sport boats to create an unparalleled premium bowrider. Meanwhile, the all-new 38 FXO (38’ 10” LOA, 11’ 11” beam) expands Regal’s Flybridge segment as a one-of-a-kind luxury outboard-powered sport yacht providing unbelievable views and an unrivaled boating experience. Regal will offer both new models with outboard or sterndrive power. regalboats.com
Boston Whaler 420 Outrage Anniversary Edition
To celebrate 50 years of exceptional boatbuilding, Boston Whaler released the 420 Outrage Anniversary Edition. The boat (42′ 6″ LOA, 13′ beam) is equipped with triple 600-hp Mercury Verado V12 engines and will be available for testing during the Fort Lauderdale show. The Anniversary Edition comes with upgraded interior and exterior upholstery, a teak accent package, black hardtop frame package, Seakeeper gyrostabilization system, joystick piloting, and custom engine paint. Cruising at 38 knots, the 420 Outrage has a range of 338 nautical miles, and top speed with the 1,800-hp engines is 51.5 knots at 6,000 rpm. bostonwhaler.com
Hinckley 35
Hinckley Yachts and renowned yacht designer Michael Peters teamed up for the Hinckley 35, a twin outboard boat that reflects the company’s commitment to craftsmanship and quality. From stem to stern, the 38-foot vessel (11′ beam) was designed with the user experience in mind. The ClearView single-pane windshield—a Hinckley innovation—provides the driver with undistorted, unobstructed visibility in all directions. The open-air cockpit and cozy salon offer room to spread out and enjoy the surroundings. Below, the 35-foot teak-and-holly-appointed cabin invites friends and family to enjoy a cool drink or even grab a quick nap on the comfortable V-berth. hinckleyyachts.com
Everglades 455CC
Every new model launch is important, but this is one of the most significant in Everglades’ history with the 455CC. The boat is a testament to the company’s 20-year history of unyielding innovation, time-honored design, and uncompromising fishability. The 455CC (47′ 2″ LOA, 13′ 3″ beam) is a flagship of technology with the largest command center to date. The helm allows the operator to control everything. Integrated into the vessel’s central nervous system with the assistance of Garmin’s advanced electronics engineers, three massive Garmin touchscreen monitors provide continuous access to a full array of information and control features. evergladesboats.com
Pursuit S 358
Pursuit’s all-new S 358 is the highly anticipated addition to the popular Sport family. Pivotal to its purpose is functional versatility, like the split mezzanine seat and transom seats that fold away to allow wide open cockpit space for fishing and access to amenities for entertaining. The S 358 (37′ 4″ LOA, 11′ 4″ beam) is ready to fish with plenty of rod holders and storage, a hull-side door, livewell, and multiple fish boxes. It’s the only center console in the 34- to 35-foot market with an enclosed head. With many different social zone configurations, each space can be adjusted to maximize your comfort level. pursuitboats.com
The Brabus Shadow 900 Sun Top starts life as an Axopar 37 twin-stepped hull and deck. Then Brabus Marine takes over, adding upgraded materials and equipment. Think of her as a Maybach or AMG on the water.
Brabus Marine Shadow 900 Sun Top Features
Twin Mercury Racing 450R outboards
Outstanding handling in myriad conditions
Large sunroof in hardtop
Joystick piloting
Remote for bow thruster and windlass
Gullwing doors in the foredeck
Observations
After spending a few hours on the Shadow 900 Sun Top, BoatTest’s Capt. Steve, was as impressed with the handling as he was with the custom touches that come with a Brabus edition. He put it best, saying, “Taking a great boat like an Axopar and matching it with Brabus Marine not only makes it a home run, it hits it out of the park.”
Intrepid’s 409 Valor catches your interest at first sight.
First impressions are an important tool in life. “We sea trial every single boat we build,” says Ken Clinton, president of Intrepid Powerboats. “We take it out on the Gulf of Mexico, we put four or five hours on it and…shake things loose because it needs to come loose on us not the customer. …Having real-world testing…is crucial. You can never buy back a first impression, so for every person that goes out on a boat that didn’t get put through the rigors and has some kind of a failure—that’s the first impression that person got on that boat.”
When the Intrepid 409 Valor made its public debut last fall, the elegant design of the interior and the distinctive style line of the inset hullside windows made a lasting first impression, but it was when the boat powered up its triple Mercury 450s and delivered a smooth, dry ride that made that impression stick.
Hull Design
The 409 Valor is sleek and stylish. And while many boats offer beautiful interiors, it’s the hull design that really makes the boat. “There’s always times that everyone thinks you only go boating on a beautiful day,” says Clinton. “Well, it may start out that way, but you don’t know what’s going to happen to you when you’re out there, and it’s those people that have been stuck in the s#!t…that realize how important hull performance is.”
Intrepid has been making boats with outboards for more than 30 years. “One of the biggest things is that we were doing outboards back when outboards weren’t cool,” explains Clinton, noting that they were building big boats (37- to 40-feet) with outboards back in 1991-92 when big outboards were 200s. “What it forced us to do is to engineer a good bottom. It couldn’t have been more critical because you didn’t have the power available to push a boat of that size efficiently. It forced us to experiment over and over and over, so what you get when with an Intrepid is more experience and history on a step-bottom boat with outboards than anybody in the industry”
He’s had people joke with him these days about adding more engines asking if they can add more motors because they saw another boat with that many, but, “My biased opinion is that boat manufacturers today have a luxury that I never had back then, and that’s big power.” he says. “You can literally take a short cut on hull performance because it’s not as important as it used to be because you got four-fifty-hp or six-hundred-hp. You have all these engines that will overcome too much beam and not enough deadrise and not enough ventilation under the step or putting too much weight in the boat or too much displacement.”
Clinton has made a point to make sure Intrepid’s hull designs continue to push the limits of performance, which is why the distinct stepped hull design put the center of gravity in the perfect position to produce an extraordinarily well-balanced ride. “One thing that is cool about our boat is that we build a lot of trim into the hull bottom. In other words, it’s not a lot of ‘drop your tabs all the way down and once you’re up on plane, bring the tabs back up.’ We try to build as much of that trim into the boat and with a step-bottom boat, it’s nice because it breaks the suction on the bottom of the boat. It vents and allows it to get on plane and up on top. It kind of gets up like on an elevator, it’s more of a like a parallel rise more so than a ‘here comes the bow, I can’t see anything, eventually I’m going to transition and I’ll be able to see what’s in front of me.’ Not the case.”
The 409 Valor takes that hull performance and includes features and amenities that will impress any boater. No two Intrepids are alike because each boat is built from owner feedback. They have the time on the water and each model, each hull, each deck layout, each innovation is driven by their experiences.
Innovation
One change over the last 25 years was the addition of windows to bring natural light to the boat’s interior. “That came from the wives,” says Clinton. It was dark down below and made people feel claustrophobic. Skylights came first, then hull side windows, which “takes away the feeling that you’re in a box.” One thing he wanted to do was come up with a different hull window design. “It’s a really cool window set that has an inset style line that connects the front set of windows to the aft window that’s in the aft sleeping berth area, the k-berth area in the back of the cabin,” he says, warning his staff that it was going to be tough to build because all those windows in that inset style line have to be inserts in the hull mold. “After the hull is laid up, the only way to pull that hull out of the mold is to unbolt all of those inserts that are through the hull mold.” It’s an immense amount of labor and people would ask, “Why would you do that?” Clinton’s response? “Some things are so beautiful that it’s worth the labor, it’s worth doing.”
The other thing that is popular for the 409 is the large cockpit seating area just for the helmsperson. “Being able to run the boat and be a part of everyone’s conversation is so nice,” he says. “Usually, most consoles are mounted forward, up against the cabin bulkhead, everybody sits behind you, you’re the captain of the boat, you’re the helmsperson, you’re doing nothing more than running the boat. It’s kind of like being Jeeves driving the limo and everybody’s in the back having fun. Not the case with the 409 Valor. Cockpit seating is forward of the helm, so the captain can not only stay focused on what’s ahead, but can also be a part of the conversation with the group. Another nice feature is the seating and helm station are all under cover for protection from the sun and weather.
Down below, accommodations are more than you’d expect. The spacious, sunlight cuddy cabin features a master berth with queen bed aft, a full galley, head with separate shower stall opposite, and a large forward wraparound settee that converts to a second queen berth at the touch of a button. On deck, an expansive bow allows for plenty of sunpads, the forward cockpit lounge seating is a cozy gathering place, and behind the helm, the open aft deck features plenty of room and options for divers, swimmers, and anglers with rod holders, tank storage, baitwells, a hullside door with step ladder, slide out cooler, washdown hoses, and engine service platform aft.
Optimum power packages are chosen when designing the hull, what’s available at the time. “Triple Mercury 450s, triple Mercury 400s, and Yamaha twin 425s are usually the package this boat loves the most.” The Mercury Racing 450s are popular because they are under 700 pounds each, create 450 horsepower, and the transition is nice because it’s not a ton of weight on the transom with plenty of power.
“Our people are customers that on Saturday they might go out hard core fishing with the boys, and they want to be able to know that if they want to enter a fishing tournament and fish it, they can,” say Clinton. “Then the same guy wants to know that if he wants to take his wife and his kids to the sandbar on Sunday to make up for not being home on Saturday that they can pack a lunch and go hang out on the sandbar. We build boats that cover the gamut because that’s what our customers do.”
Specs
LOA: 40’
Beam: 11’ 1”
Power: 3x Mercury Racing 450 hp
Top/Cruise Speed: 68/50 mph
Range @ cruise: 306 nm
Fuel/Water: 438/50 gal.
Bertram’s new 39 CC evolves from a boatbuilder’s noble lineage.
It may have been cloudy and cool with a slight drizzle and a fresh breeze, but it wasn’t enough to stop me from heading out on Tampa Bay to test the new Bertram 39 CC. When it’s the first center console from a builder known for sportfishers that are built upon an historic hull design and combined cruising amenities with traditional sportfishing equipment, you go. Besides, being out on the water is one of life’s joys.
Bertram Yacht’s hulls developed out of the Ray Hunt designed Hunter, a 23-foot chase boat that had a deep-V shape. The design allowed the boat to speed through six-foot waves with ease, and after Richard Bertram saw the boat zip through a rough chop with ease during the 1958 America’s Cup regatta, he was intrigued. Bertram commissioned Hunt to design a 30-footer for personal use with a hull design that carried the deep-V section to the stern, had a 24-degree deadrise at the transom, and longitudinal strakes to give lift and direct spray away from the boat. He wanted a hull that could keep speed in sizeable chop yet cushion the landing after each wave and keep him dry doing so.
Keeping with Tradition
Fast-forward 60-some years, and the legendary hull design is still the mainstay of Bertram Yacht’s builds, including the new 39 CC, the first model of Bertram’s 2021 center console line. A wider beam (13 feet, 2 inches) provides more stability and comfort without losing performance and can accommodate a 7.1kW diesel generator with 25-gallon diesel tank, an optional Seakeeper stabilizer, and offers plenty of space for accompanying electrical and mechanical systems and batteries as well as room to fish and entertain. It’s a boat that not only caters to serious fishermen but also to their families.
“Part of Bertram’s hull design will always be a deep-V hull that carries the beam back,” says Dan Hamilton, P.E., Bertram’s director of product development. “This hull is wide in order to carry the weight of all the systems that have to go into it including a generator, Seakeeper options, large fuel capacities, etc. If the hull does not have enough bottom area to support the weight, you end up with a wet ride. It also has a keel pad which allows for better flow around the engine, better running angle, and fast planing. Finally, the hull is slightly convex which softens the ride.”
Bertram built his first boat, Moppie, out of wood based on Hunt’s deep-V design and after winning the 1960 Miami-Nassau race, used the hull as a plug to cast a mold. That mold produced a fiberglass version, and he never looked back. Out of the benchmark Bertram 31, the 39 CC is not only built as a day boat for sportfishing, but its hull is also fiberglass, only now constructed with modern techniques that use an infused vinyl ester/epoxy blend finished with a white gel coat surface. “The hulls are infused,” says Hamilton. “The stringer grid is built in a separate mold outside of the boat as are the secondary bulkheads. Then it all gets bonded together with a structural adhesive. This allows for a fully (Grade A) finished bilge and machinery area and provides a consistent build every time.”
Bertram began his love for boating as a kid and became a competitive sailor before relocating to Miami to start a successful yacht brokerage. With the development of Moppie and its design a huge success, the Bertram 31 became an iconic sporfisherman. The roomy cockpit, built-in transom livewell, comfortable salon, accommodation forward, and plenty of storage lockers carry on in the Bertram 39 CC.
Let’s Go Fishin’
The wider beam provides room for the mechanical systems belowdecks as well as for comfortable spaces on deck. There’s seating for at least five in the bow, three in the cockpit, and four at the helm. If you decline the full fishing option, then add three more with the forward-facing electric, fold-down transom seat. That extra seating doesn’t mean you lose the bait wells. You’ll still have the standard dual 45-gallon tanks instead of the dual, see-through 60-gallon wells.
The large cockpit has plenty of space to move around while fishing with easy access to the transom bait wells and rod holders. Speaking of which, there are 18 stainless steel, flush-mount rod holders: six in the transom, four in the gunwale (two on each side), and eight in-floor holders (four on each side of the mezzanine seat) when rods aren’t in use. You can add an optional eight-rod, stainless steel rocket launcher on the hardtop as well as Gemlux Bluewater Carbon hardtop-mounted outriggers. There are two big insulated in-floor fish boxes with pump-outs, a transom sink with cutting board and tackle drawers, raw- and freshwater washdown valves, and a hot/cold shower at the transom walkthrough door. Another cool feature is that the mezzanine seatback flips down to become a prep surface with a tackle center behind. Below the seat is an additional large cooler/storage area with drain plug.
The molded-in swim platform extends on each side of the engine set and because the Mercury Verados have their exclusive Advanced MidSection, which allows the engines to tilt at a different point than other outboards, a covered motor well makes for easy passage from one side to the other. For swimmers or water sport enthusiasts, a pull-out reboarding ladder is integrated into the swim platform starboard that is accessible from the water. A dive door with coaming gate to port not only provides access for easy boarding or hauling in a catch but also allows another opening for swimmers via a clip-in ladder.
Soak Up the Sun
A main reason to get out on the water is to be in the fresh air and, for many, catch some rays. The open bow has a huge sunpad centered in front of the helm console with a forward-facing backrest, a flip-down armrest with cupholder, and another large cooler/storage locker underneath. There’s also wraparound seating along the gunwale with forward-facing backrests at each end and under-seating storage on both sides. The peak bow seat locker is home to a portable table that mounts in the bow or aft cockpit which creates a place to gather around and enjoy drinks and dinner or to play a game. A sunshade with support poles is available as an option. There’s also an optional sunshade with support poles or an electric shade system for the aft cockpit.
Under Control
The helm is the boat’s control center, and the Mercury Joystick Piloting for Outboards system is standard. That includes the dual digital throttle and shift binnacle control, electric power assist hydraulic steering, Skyhook digital anchor, integrated AutoPilot and Auto Trim, matched with the Mercury VesselView seven-inch color touchscreen display. As with most new boats, the dash is empty for you to choose your screens. On this test boat, there was a dual 16-inch Garmin multifunction display, as Garmin packages are installed in the factory. Other systems will need outside installation.
Electric running surface-mounted trim tabs with position indicator are also standard as is a JL Audio sound system with speakers in the bow, midship, and in the hardtop. Lights include an integrated port and starboard running/docking light combo and electrically actuated all-around lights that add color schemes above and to the optional underwater lights below. An overhead lockable glove box keeps valuable safe.
Then there’s the robust, yet comfortably cushioned seating. Four custom Bertram-designed helm chairs made by Llebroc feature adjustable positioning, fold-up arm rests, and flip-up bolsters. A molded-in footrest under the helm and on the cabin door provide stability when seated.
The mechanical space accessible by the cockpit floor hatch houses the generator, which is standard, an optional Seakeeper stabilizer, and water heater along with the system filters, valves, and hookups. A cool feature on the 39 CC is the use of a sea chest with a high-speed pickup system to charge it.
“There is an integrated sea chest from which multiple systems pull their water,” says Hamilton. “This sea chest is fed by one electric thru-hull which automatically shuts down when the boat is not in use. This eliminates many thru-hulls that would otherwise go through the bottom.”
The sea chest also has an electric shutoff for the generator’s seawater intake valve to prevent water from being forced into the system if the generator is not running. When the boat is turned on, the valve opens, and when shut down, the valve closes all the systems.
Rest Easy
The lockable cabin door to port of the helm is under the hardtop and behind the windshield to keep weather at bay. The cabin interior features a queen-size berth with dedicated, lockable rod storage underneath. A private wet head with porcelain macerated toilet and freshwater hot and cold shower, refrigerator, microwave, vanity with infinity-style sink, and overhead skylight make for comfortable accommodations. A 10,000 BTU air conditioning system will keep those hot summer days cool. Air conditioning in the helm is an option, and the vents are behind the seats for more direct contact with passengers instead of on the dash where they can lose their effect when underway.
What a Ride
It didn’t drizzle for long as we sped out into Tampa Bay at 50 mph. The boat felt solid, secure, and without a rattle when it got bumpy. Even my teeth didn’t chatter. I was able to take a sharp turn at 45 mph without a slip, and she held her ground, losing no more than 3 mph as I pulled out of the turn. The engines were quiet and reached plane within five seconds. The boat cruised back at about 47 mph, but optimum cruise is around 37 mph that burns 0.9 mpg and provides approximately 374 miles at 90 percent fuel. Whether fishing or cruising around, any day on the water is better than a day at work, well, except for maybe those who enjoy building boats and those who write about them.
Specs
LOA: 40′ 4″
Beam: 13′ 2″
Draft (Engines up): 2′ 4″
Draft (Engines down): 3’ 4”
Displacement (Dry with standard engines): 17,300 lbs.
Fuel (gas/diesel): 500/25 U.S. gals.
Power (Standard): 3x Mercury Verado 300 JPO Black
Tiara Yachts is excited to announce the launch of the 48 Luxury
Sport. The largest outboard powered model Tiara Yachts has ever built, the 48 LS is also the first outboard powered model under the Tiara Yachts name. The 48 LS builds on the legacy of the LS series; social zones, a key area of focus in every LS model, allow for guests to choose their preferred relaxation zone. Below deck you’ll find accommodations for four as well as a private head.
Luxury is amplified from bow to stern through unexpected details and refined Yacht aesthetics. Forward, the bow features wrap around seating and reclining lounge. Aft, the innovative rotating lounge boasts multiple locking positions and built-in footrest. Deploy the terrace and expand the cockpit in addition to improving access to the water. At the helm, sliding doors provide a welcome retreat from the elements.
Below deck you’ll find a forward pedestal berth and private head in addition to the aft stateroom that features dual twin berths. The berths may be converted for more comfortable adult sleeping accommodations. Ultraleather and teak blended with a mix of stainless steel, detailed accent stitching and solid surfaces elevate and amplify the elegance of every amenity on board.
In partnership with Mercury, the 48 LS boasts the all-new Verado® V12 600hp engines. Triple V12s offer control and performance, combined with the Tiara Yachts integrated electronics package including Garmin Marine navigation. Furthering the legacy of the Verado® engine family, Mercury® reimagined outboard performance to deliver the ultimate luxury boating experience. With the unwavering strength of a V12 powerhead, the 600hp Verado outboard delivers extraordinary range and power to take your boating adventures to new destinations. An innovative steerable gearcase enhances handling and control, particularly at low speeds, and provides a smoother, more refined driving experience. The two-speed automatic transmission doles out torque and acceleration in first gear to get boats on plane quickly, then silently shifts to second for efficient cruising and an impressive top speed. Combined with the most sophisticated digital controls and unmatched sound dampening technology, the features of the 600hp Verado outboard elevate the standards of premium design and engineering.
We look forward to seeing more from this model very soon!
The first line in the spec sheet of standard features on Everglades’ new 235CC is reassuring: unsinkable construction. Indeed, the variable deadrise deep V hull (22’ 9” LOA w/o engine, 8’ 6” beam) comes with a lifetime warranty. The design of Everglades’ most petite center console focuses on flexibility, catering to both fishing and family cruising. A nice touch is the split bow rail which allows placing a ladder between so passengers can step off the boat right onto the beach. Fishing features include a standard pressurized 17-gallon livewell, integrated cup/rod holder combos in the deck, large transom fishbox and centerline storage compartments. She looks good, too, with high-gloss teak accents and upholstery with exposed stitching. A single 300-hp Yamaha outboard pushes the 235CC to 46 mph and a 35-mph cruise. evergladesboats.com
