Formula 360 Crossover Bowrider Outboard (2026-)

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Brief Summary

Formula’s well-known abilities with usable space, providing outstanding performance, and delivering a well-constructed boat throughout the model lineup, are the mainstays this prominent builder has been known for since 1956.

Combining the best of its bowrider profile with an outboard powered dayboat cruiser, the Formula 360 CBR OB, designed by Michael Young, is leading the way in crossover design.

Test Results

RPM	MPH	Knots	GPH	MPG	NMPG	SM	NM	dBa
650	4.2	3.6	3	1.4	1.2	342.4	297.5	61
1000	6.6	5.7	5.3	1.2	1.1	305.9	265.8	63
1500	9	7.8	9.2	1	0.9	243.4	211.5	65
2000	10.4	9	17.4	0.6	0.5	147.9	128.6	69
2500	11	9.6	22.5	0.5	0.4	121.3	105.4	71
3000	15.5	13.5	28.5	0.5	0.5	134.6	117	76
3500	20.9	18.1	35	0.6	0.5	147.4	128.1	79
4000	33.3	28.9	43.8	0.8	0.7	188.1	163.5	80
4500	43.5	37.8	49.5	0.9	0.8	217.5	189	83
5000	50	43.4	63.3	0.8	0.7	195.5	169.9	85
5500	55.2	47.9	80	0.7	0.6	170.6	148.3	87
6000	61.3	53.2	91.5	0.7	0.6	165.7	144	90
6200	63.7	55.4	107	0.6	0.5	147.3	128	90

View the test results in metric units

Specifications

Length Overall	36' 0" 10.97 m
Beam	11' 3" 3.43 m
Dry Weight	Triple OB: 18,700 lbs / 8,500 lbs Dual OB: 19,100 lbs / 8,700 kg
Draft	Triple OB: 49" / 1.25 m Dual OB: 45" / 1.14 m
Deadrise/Transom	21°
Bridge Clearance	11' 8" / 3.56 m w/mast light up 9' 8" / 2.95 m w/mast light down 12' 2" / 3.71 m w/radar, mast light up 10' 6" / 3.20 m w/radar, mast light down
Fuel Capacity	275 gal / 1,040 L
Water Capacity	36 gal 136 L

Acceleration Times & Conditions

0 to 30	9.5
Props	Mercury Rev X, 23″ diameter × 17.25″ pitch
Climate	76°F; 67% humidity; wind: 10-15 E-NE; wave: 1-2; salt

Engine Options

Tested Engine	3 x 400-hp Mercury Verado 5.7L V10 w/Joystick Piloting
Std. Power	3 x 300-hp Mercury Verado w/Joystick Piloting
Opt. Power	3 x 350-hp Mercury Verado 5.7L V10 w/Joystick Piloting 3 x 400-hp Mercury Verado 5.7L V10 w/Joystick Piloting 2 x 600-hp Mercury Verado w/Joystick Piloting

Balanced Formula

Captain's Report Formula 360 CBR OB

by Capt. Ken Kreisler

Formula 360 CBR OB running — Presenting a dynamic profile, a hull running on her sea-proven FAS3Tech® design, and powered by triple 400-hp Mercury Verado outboards, the Formula 360 CBR OB is a well-balanced performer on several levels.

Major Features

FAS3Tech® hull w/foam-filled continuous molded structural grid
Concealed electric windlass w/150´ chain w/counter, polished stainless anchor, remote, and freshwater anchor washdown system
Hardtop w/motorized glass sunroof, four 6 1/2˝ JL speakers w/200W amplification
Molded portside boarding door
Transom shower w/hot & cold control
Galvanic corrosion protection systems
Molded stand-up head compartment w/VacuFlush® head unit
Aft cabin full-size berth w/Aerus® memory foam mattress, pillow shams & full width storage
Bennett® hydraulic trim tabs
Motorized hatch lift
Yeti® Tundra 35 cooler w/dedicated storage
Dual position triple helm seats
Modular bow seating/sunpad system
Molded fiberglass dash in Charcoal or Mocha w/Liquid Black panels, Ritchie® compass, Raymarine® Axiom+ 12 GPS widescreen color chartplotter w/depth sounder & remote keypad, captain & first mate wireless charging mounts, USB-A/USB-C charging port, tilt wheel in leather wrapped stainless, lockable dash storage

Notable Options

Hardtop mounted chrome remote-control LED searchlight
SureShade ATF™ electric power retractable sun shade
Bow sun shade w/carbon fiber supports
Automatic outboard flushing system
7.5KW/120V low-CO emissions gas generator w/battery & additional 30-amp cord
Seakeeper® 3 gyro stabilization system, 12V/120V (available with OB engine packages & requires generator)
SiriusXM Satellite Marine Weather Receiver (requires SiriusXM service)
FLIR M232™ or M332™ thermal camera
Raymarine® dual Axiom+ 12 GPS widescreen color chartplotter w/depth sounder & remote keypad, Raymarine® dual Axiom+ 12 GPS widescreen color chartplotter w/18˝ dome-array HD radar, depth sounder & remote keypad, Raymarine® dual Axiom 2 XL 16 GPS widescreen color chartplotter w/depth sounder & remote keypad, Raymarine® dual Axiom 2 XL 16 GPS widescreen color chartplotter w/18˝ dome-array HD radar, depth sounder & remote keypad
Mercury® 1st Mate™ marine safety & security system, theft deterrent system & man overboard w/4 passenger fobs
16,000 BTU reverse cycle cockpit air conditioner, 120V (requires generator)
120V Kenyon® electric cockpit grill in cockpit galley (requires generator)
Front & side curtains w/easy-mount zippers & aft cockpit enclosure in color-coordinated non-fading Sunbrella fabric
Removable ski/wakeboard swivel-head rope pylon
Mercury® SeaCore™ saltwater protection system

Vessel Inspection

The Michael Young design calls for optimum use of all available space for seating, storage, day tripping adventures, and even overnight or weekend stays.

Formula 360 CBR OB layout — With plenty of seating space along with a walk-thru windshield to and from the bow area, and a one-level deck layout, the Formula 360 CBR OB presents a usable, safe flatform for a day out on the water. Along with a cabin and stand-up head, overnight or weekend coastal cruising is at her owner’s disposal.

Bow

The action starts up front with the bow offering plenty of seating and storage space.

Formula 360 CBR OB bow — Circular bow seating allows for optimum conversation for those enjoying the views from here. Deck inserts provide opportunities for relaxed dining and filler cushions are provided for sunpad conversion. Note the sturdy stainless rails, stereo speakers, and cup holders. At the forepeak is a hatch for the anchor locker housing the electric windlass, 150’ of chain, counter, stainless anchor, remote, and freshwater washdown.

Formula 360 CBR OB seat cushion storage — Storage beneath the seat cushions provide space and easy access for the tables, in-deck supports, and filler cushions for the sunpad.

Helm

With 11’3” of beam to work with, the Formula 360 CBR OB provides wide open spaces for the starboard helm and all its requisite equipment.

Formula 360 CBR OB trio of sit/stand/lean seats — A trio of sit/stand/lean seats provides both comfort and great views into the seaway.

Formula 360 CBR OB large storage closet — A large storage closet is located forward, on the port side lounge, and offers hooks to hang lines and a deep well for a wide variety of stowable items.

Cabin

While she is labeled as a dayboat, the Formula 360 CBR OB has enough room below decks for a suitable berth complete with stand-up head and lots of storage space for those opportunities to do some coastal cruising.

Formula 360 CBR OB electrical panel behind a backrest cushion — Located behind a backrest cushion is easy access to the electrical panel.

Formula 360 CBR OB refrigeration and microwave — Refrigeration, a microwave, and storage cabinets add to the cabin's versatility. That door leads to the stand-up wet head.

Formula 360 CBR OB head — The head features an electric toilet, shower wand, sink, and lots of storage space.

Cockpit

Always a popular gathering space aboard, the cockpit on the Formula 360 CBR OB promises an exciting, well provisioned area to entertain in.

Formula 360 CBR OB glass-topped hardtop — The stylish, glass-topped hardtop provides shade to most of the helm and cockpit and adds a racy look to her profile.

Formula 360 CBR OB skylights — Providing lots of daylight to stream through, the twin skylights can be closed by simply sliding the interior panels shut.

Formula 360 CBR OB cockpit galley — Aft of the aforementioned port lounge is the cockpit galley, complete with sink, electric stove top, refrigerator, and storage space.

Formula 360 CBR OB large seating area aft — Aft of the helm seats is this large seating area with plenty or storage space beneath the cushions.

Formula 360 CBR OB starboard storage locker — This starboard storage locker holds the dual dining tables and in-deck supports.

Formula 360 CBR OB owners and guests enjoying a meal — Here, these Formula 360 CBR OB owners and their guests are enjoying a relaxed meal during an afternoon while on the hook.

Formula 360 CBR aft seatbacks can flip forward or back — The aft seatbacks can easily flip forward or back depending on need.

Aft Section

Topping off its offerings, the aft section of the Formula 360 CBR OB, with a backrest flipped astern, become a large sunpad. Note the beginning of the unimpeded walkway to port, the molded boarding door, also to port, the space provided to get back and forth in front of the engines, and of course, those triple 400-hp Mercury Verado outboards.

Formula 360 CBR OB outboards — Supplying the kind of performance expected from Formula, the 360 CBR OB boasts a trio of Mercury outboards rated at 400-hp each.

Formula 360 CBR OB boarding door — The port boarding door is equipped with robust fittings and hardware. Note the stainless grab strategically located here.

Formula 360 CBR OB aft storage — The storage theme continues in the aft section with this large space, aft easily holding the stainless boarding ladder for the boarding door, shore power cord, with room left over.

Formula 360 CBR OB mechanical space — With the outboard configuration, this mechanical space is readily accessible with all critical components within easy reach for checking and servicing.

Formula 360 CBR OB freshwater flushing system — Inside the aft port bulkhead is the freshwater flushing system as well as the hot and cold shower.

Formula 360 CBR OB aft space — From this vantage point, you can easily see how much room was afforded the space to get to the front on the outboards. Note the backrest in the aft-facing position.

Formula 360 CBR OB SureShade — The electrically operated aft SureShade covers what the hardtop doesn't.

A Word About Performance

Our test Formula 360 CBR was equipped with a trio of 300-hp Mercury Verado outboards turning 17.25” x 23 pitch stainless Mercury Rev X props. There were five people on board. Her test weight came in at 21,445 pounds. Local conditions saw a 12-15 knot wind, air temperature of 76°, and relative humidity of 67%. Our fuel tank was almost full at 270 gallons, with a 10% fuel reserve, along with 24 gallons of fresh water.

With performance DNA built into every Formula, the 360 CBR runs on the company’s sea-proven, multi-stepped, deep-V, FAS3Tech® hull. Along with a molded structural grid, sure-footed performance is a big part of her impressive on-water excitement. According to the company, the ventilated design offers better speed and steadiness by allowing air to be introduced under the hull, this to increase speed, acceleration, and fuel economy while reducing drag. During our time at the wheel, we were able to put these design features to the test.

formula-360-cbr-ob-performance

We found our Formula 360 CBR to be very responsive to the helm during hard over turns, 360’s, and similar maneuvers without any slippage, significant drop in speed, or stability. Our top speed was 63.7 mph at 6200 rpm. We registered a best cruising speed of 45.5 mph at 4500 rpm and calculated her range to be some 207 statute miles with a 10% fuel reserve. She came up on plane at 16 mph at just under 3500 rpm. On hole shots, she reached 20 mph at 5.5 seconds, 30 mph at 9.5 seconds, and 40 mph in 13.5 seconds. We also found her to be responsive during docking by utilizing those large diameter props and responsive throttle control with close quarters maneuvering simplified by Mercury’s VTS joystick.

Summary

The Formula 360 CBR bridges the gap between performance and luxury and delivers on both thanks to a first design by Formula’s Michael Young, himself being mentored by long time company designer John Adams. As a dayboat, she is as good as it gets, and with a long list of standard equipment and premium options, and with her accommodations below decks, can supply exciting coastal cruising opportunities for long weekends and extended time away. With triple Mercury Verado outboards, pushing her deep-V, FAS3Tech® hull. the Formula 360 CBR fulfills the company’s long-standing promise of outstanding performance and responsive and sparkling handling.

Formula 360 CBR OB anchored at sunset

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