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Aquador 300HT (2024-)

2 x 200-hp Suzuki

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Brief Summary

The Aquador 300 HT, a new entry to the American market, is the ideal family cruiser for those seeking a compact yet spacious boat. Designed for comfort and convenience, it offers generous interior space, enhanced by exterior walkways from the aft to the bow.

Test Results

RPM MPH Knots GPH MPG NMPG SM NM dBa
650 3 2.6 0.7 4.1 3.6 466 405 55
1000 4.1 3.5 1.6 2.5 2.1 280 243 62
1500 5.8 5 2.7 2.2 1.9 244 212 68
2000 7.5 6.5 4 1.9 1.6 211 183 70
2500 8.9 7.7 5.6 1.6 1.4 179 156 87
3000 10 8.7 8 1.2 1.1 141 123 76
3500 11.6 10 10 1.2 1 131 114 78
4000 17.4 15.1 12.9 1.4 1.2 153 133 83
4500 27.9 24.2 15.3 1.8 1.6 207 180 87
5000 33.3 28.9 21.1 1.6 1.4 179 155 87
5500 36.6 31.8 25.6 1.4 1.2 162 141 88
6000 39.8 34.6 34.2 1.2 1 132 115 92
6250 41.5 36 35.9 1.2 1 131 114 93
View the test results in metric units

Specifications

Length Overall 30' 8"
9.35 m
Beam 10' 10"
3.3 m
Draft Up 1' 8"
0.5 m
Draft Down 3' 2"
1 m
Fuel Capacity 125 gal
475 L
Water Capacity 37.5 gal
142 L

Acceleration Times & Conditions

Climate 86°; 62 humid; 5-10 wind; 0'-1' wave; salt

Engine Options

Tested Engine 2 x 200-hp Suzuki
Std. Power 2 x 200-hp Mercury V6
Opt. Power 320-hp Stern Drive Volvo Penta D4 Diesel

Aquador 300 HT: Stylish Traveler

Captain's Report by Capt. Ken Kreisler

Aquador 300 HT

Aquador Boats is one of the Scandinavian-based Nimbus Group's seven prestigious brands. The 300 HT is a standout in her size and class, offering large boat features in a mid-size cruiser.

Whether daytripping or weekending, the roomy, comfortable, classy, and well-equipped Aquador 300 HT will fill the bill.

Major Features & Notable Options

Major Features

  • 12” touchscreen + map chart 
  • Bow thruster
  • Cockpit sunbed cushions
  • Foldable, electrically operated cockpit table
  • EcoTeak decking
  • Electric sunroof x 2
  • Windshield defroster
  • Refrigerator drawer
  • Electric toilet
  • Hydraulic steering, tilt wheel
  • 2 x 55w solar panels
  • Ultraflex trim tabs
  • Galley w/stove and sink
  • Aquador dining set for 4
  • Warm water system

Notable Options

  • Additional service battery
  • Bow and stern anchor, winch, remote control for bow thruster + winch
  • Autopilot
  • Electric grill
  • Rear view camera
  • Remote control searchlight
  • Swim platform shower
  • 2 x 12” extra touchscreens
  • Bow sunbed + cover
  • Zipwake automatic trim tabs
  • Underwater lights
  • HIFI audio, Fusion, 4 speakers + subwoofer + amplifier

Boat Inspection

When the design and engineering team set out to create the Aquador 300 HT, they focused on maximizing every inch of space to make it the perfect family day cruiser, while also capable of handling weekend getaways.

As a result, the Aquador 300 HT features open, airy spaces that offer both comfort and functionality. Large windows around the cabin and skylights overhead flood the interior with natural light, bringing the feeling of being out on the water into the heart of the boat. The accompanying layouts demonstrate how the team achieved this within a compact 30'8" (9.35 m) length overall and a generous 10'10" (3.3 m) beam.

Aquador 300 HT layout

With roomy and comfortable living accommodations (TOP) and plenty of seating and entertainment space on the main deck (BOTTOM), including supplying walkways all around to and from the bow area, the Aquador 300 HT is ready to cruise in style.

Bow

The judicious use of space begins here with a large sunpad featuring adjustable backrests. Access to this area is provided by walkways to either side, further enhancing the interior space.

Aquador 300 HT stainless bow rails

The stainless bow rails flare out and are 28” high in this area, enough to provide a safe feeling while spending time here. Note the extra hand rails to either side as well. The center cushion easily removes to reveal an overhead hatch for the forepeak stateroom below.

Aquador 300 HT deep anchor locker

The deep anchor locker forward features a split hatch. The winch can be controlled from the helm or with a handy remote control unit.

Aquador 300 HT walkways to and from bow

As captured with this head-on running shot, the walkways to and from the bow are clearly shown. Movement around the boat via these walkways should never be undertaken while the 300 HT is underway or traveling at speed.

Helm, Hardtop & Cockpit

The Aquador 300 HT shows off her stuff in the space afforded to the helm and cockpit spaces. In addition, providing a large shaded area, along with some exciting features, the stylish hardtop is an essential component and adds to the success of the boat’s cruising profile.

Aquador 300 HT expansive helm with space for a pair of 12" Simrad touchscreens

An expansive helm awaits the driver with space for a pair of 12” Simrad touchscreens. All controls, switches, and operational buttons, including bow thruster and anchor windlass are within easy reach.

Aquador 300 HT sliding window

A manually-operated sliding window on this side allows for additional air flow and for those times when the family dog needs to poke its head outside.

Aquador 300 HT co-pilot's bolstered seat

The co-pilot's bolstered seat opposite the helm is as comfortable as can be and with all the large windows and skylight above, is a great place to take in the passing scenery.

Aquador 300 HT co-pilot's bolstered seat features handy grab and storage cubby

The co-pilot's seat also features this handy grab and storage cubby. A USB port is also provided.

Aquador 300 HT storage space under a deck hatch

In keeping in line with Aquador's maximizing space wherever possible, there is storage space under a deck hatch here at the base of the seat.

Aquador 300 HT hardtop features a pair of oversized electrically-operated skylights

The hardtop features a pair of oversized electrically-operated skylights (FORWARD), two 55W solar panels (MIDDLE), and an additional pair of skylights aft. When actuated, these allow plenty of ambient light to enter the helm, salon and cockpit areas. Note the stainless frame for the spotlight and base for the optional radar.

Aquador 300 HT LED floodlights

There are four of these LED floodlights set into the hardtop giving illumination around the entire perimeter of the boat. This can be very useful during nighttime docking or entering a new location for the first time during evening hours.

Aquador 300 HT galley

The galley, just aft of the co-pilot's seat to port, offers a large countertop with easy open panels for an electric grill and sink. There’s plenty of storage space below in drawers and a cabinet.

Aquador 300 HT electric grill

The electric grill is under the right side panel and will suffice for daytime snacks while on the hook.

Aquador 300 HT stainless sink

The stainless sink, under the left panel, is deep enough for clean-up time.

Aquador 300 HT refrigerator

The pull-out refrigerator is large enough for the day's activities or a weekend away from your home port.

Aquador 300 HT dual storage unit with removable canvas inserts

In another space-saving feature, the galley sole also offers this dual storage unit with removable canvas inserts.

Aquador 300 HT cockpit area

The cockpit area, from the centerline over to starboard, offers comfortable seating around the beautifully-crafted, leafed table. Note how the hardtop covers most of the space while the pair of skylights allow plenty of daylight to enter. In addition, there are storage lockers under two of the seat cushions.

Aquador 300 HT dining space

With the hidden Eisenglas deployed from the hatches designed into each side, the dining space is easily transformed into a self-enclosed area.

Aquador 300 HT filler cushion added to table

As the table is an electrically-operated hi/lo, adding this filler cushion can transform the dining space into an additional berth.

Aquador 300 HT An electrically-operated hatch provides entrance to the mechanical space below

An electrically-operated hatch provides entrance to the mechanical space below.

Aquador 300 HT ac system

This well laid out space allows plenty of room for access to, and should any kind of work need to be done on, the air conditioning system, AC switch panel, electrical controls, charging systems, batteries, water heater, fuel filters, strainers, and bilge pumps.

Living Accommodations

The Aquador 300 HT is designed as a family cruiser, at home whether out for the day or taking an extended weekend to travel. To achieve that end, and with a finite amount of space to work with, she offers a two stateroom layout with a sizable head and suitable storage space.

Aquador 300 HT stairway located off the centerline

The easy-to-navigate stairway is located just off the centerline over to port of the helm and once forward, surrounded by excellent woodwork and fine fit-and-finish to the walnut cabinetry, are the forepeak quarters. There are hull-side windows on both sides, as well as the hatch above the berth, allowing plenty of ambient light to enter. The berth itself lifts up to reveal a large storage space.

Aquador 300 HT couch for sitting or double as a young child's berth

This area can either be a couch for sitting or even double as a young child's berth.

Aquador 300 HT head

Access to the roomy wet head is through a door to starboard and has a window, ventilation port, and proper storage.

Aquador 300 HT cabin

Entrance to the amidships cabin is opposite and offers plenty of headroom, large storage locker, and a small bedside table. Combined with the forepeak and the ability to convert the cockpit dining space to an additional berth, makes the 300 HT more than suitable for long weekends or extended time away for family travel.

Transom

While our test Aquador 300 HT came equipped with a pair of 200-hp Suzuki outboards, other power options include a single Volvo Penta D4 diesel inboard sterndrive or dual 200-hp Mercury V6 outboard engines. Available only with the Volvo power arrangement is an optional two-cushion lounge on the swim platform, with backrests and a table.

Aquador 300 HT transom platform

The transom platform affords plenty of room for getting in and out during swimming or other water sports activities. There’s a hot and cold shower located under the step at the starboard platform and in a top-opening hatch, a place for the optional stern anchor and winch.

Aquador 300 HT four-step ladder within the port platform

There is a four-step ladder within the port platform. Note the handy grab at the top end.

Aquador 300 HT transom has large storage space inside the hatch

The transom also has this large storage space inside this hatch and is yet another area where Aquador found convenient room to utilize.

Summary

While a newcomer to the American market, Aquador’s 300 HT presents a family cruiser possessing everything someone looking for a boat of this size and profile would be comfortable with and key-ready to move into.

Her interior space, made even more spacious courtesy of exterior walkways to and from the aft end to the bow, results in more room in the main deck’s entertaining areas, helm, and dining space as well as in both staterooms and wet head. With additional storage space, her ability to spend more time away is enhanced.

Aquador 300 HT

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