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Formula 387 CCF (2025-)
3 x 425-hp Mercury V10
Brief Summary
If it’s one element that runs through all the offerings from Formula Boats, a company with a heritage of delivering uncompromising quality, using the latest technology has to offer, exacting attention to detail, and a genuine care for its loyal owner base, it’s being in the forefront of powerboat production by providing a combination of imagination and integrity in every one of its builds.
With the new Formula 387 CCF, from the desk of exclusive company designer John Adams, a boat that can also be configured in a sport model, the company has exercised its vast history to introduce a new center console boat quite capable of spanning the gap between a hard core fishing platform and one which can easily supply a sensational day out for the family whether spending time at the sand bar, engaging in a wide variety of water sports and on-water activities, or cruising the coastline. An extra profile as an island hopper, or easy weekender, for an adventurous couple is also provided in the Adams design with a roomy cabin, storage space, and private head with stand-up shower.
Test Results
| RPM | MPH | Knots | GPH | MPG | NMPG | SM | NM | dBa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 660 | 4.5 | 4 | 2.8 | 1.7 | 1.4 | 743.8 | 646.4 | 65 |
| 1000 | 6.6 | 5.7 | 5 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 590.3 | 513 | 66 |
| 1500 | 9.4 | 8.2 | 8.4 | 1.1 | 1 | 502.4 | 436.6 | 72 |
| 2000 | 11 | 9.6 | 14.2 | 0.8 | 0.7 | 351.3 | 305.3 | 72 |
| 2500 | 12.4 | 10.8 | 16.8 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 332.9 | 289.3 | 72 |
| 3000 | 13.2 | 11.5 | 23.7 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 251.8 | 218.8 | 75 |
| 3500 | 14.3 | 12.5 | 35.5 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 181.9 | 158 | 82 |
| 4000 | 17.8 | 15.5 | 46.2 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 173.2 | 150.5 | 85 |
| 4500 | 33.9 | 29.5 | 55 | 0.6 | 0.54 | 277.3 | 241 | 87 |
| 5000 | 42.3 | 36.8 | 70.6 | 0.6 | 0.52 | 269.6 | 234.2 | 90 |
| 5500 | 48.6 | 42.3 | 83.3 | 0.6 | 0.51 | 262.7 | 228.2 | 92 |
| 6000 | 53.6 | 46.6 | 94.2 | 0.6 | 0.49 | 256.3 | 222.7 | 94 |
| 6500 | 59.1 | 51.4 | 107 | 0.6 | 0.48 | 248.5 | 216 | 95 |
Specifications
| Length Overall |
41' 2" 12.55 m |
|---|---|
| Beam |
12' 3.66 m |
| Dry Weight |
22,500 lbs 10,206 kg |
| Draft |
46" 117 cm |
| Deadrise/Transom | 23° |
| Bridge Clearance |
9' 9" / 2.97 m w/mast light down 10' 8" / 3.25 m w/radar, mast light down 12' 4" / 3.76 m w/radar, mast light up |
| Fuel Capacity |
500 gal 1,890 L |
| Water Capacity |
55 gal 208 L |
Acceleration Times & Conditions
| 0 to 30 | 16.83 |
|---|---|
| Load | Persons & Gear: 1,640 lbs (744 kg); Fuel: 1,560 gal (707 kg); Water: 385 gal (175 kg) |
| Climate | 83°; 80% humidity; wind: 6; wave: 2'; salt |
Engine Options
| Tested Engine |
3 x 425-hp Mercury V10 |
|---|---|
| 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 425-hp Mercury Verado 5.7L V10 w/Joystick Piloting 4 x 400-hp Mercury Racing Verado 5.7L V10 w/Joystick Piloting 3 x 450-hp Mercury Racing w/Joystick Piloting 2 x 600-hp Mercury Verado w/Joystick Piloting |
FORMULA 387 CCF
Big Shouldered Luxury For Fishing Or Pleasure
By Capt. Ken Kreisler
The new Formula 387 CCF presents a luxurious interpretation on serious fishing with a center console for the horizon chasing enthusiast as well as a well-equipped boat for an equally exciting day out for the family.
Major Features
- FAS3TeCH® hull w/foam-filled continuous molded structural grid
- Windlass w/digital chain counter, 300´ rope &30´ chain, polished stainless anchor & freshwater anchor washdown system
- Hardtop w/3-piece compound curved console glass windshield w/power opening forward glass, windshield wiper w/wash system, hardtop access w/center ladder above leaning post, hardtop access hatch, multi-color LED accent lighting, light mast/dual flagstaff w/American & Formula flags & white dual air horn
- Integrated swim platform w/undermount telescoping swim ladders & pull-up cleats
- 10 cockpit and 7 hardtop rod holders
- Molded composite dash in Charcoal or Mocha w/Liquid Black panels, Ritchie® compass, dual Garmin or Raymarine 16˝ widescreen color chartplotters w/depth sounder w/1,000W CHIRP B175M transducer & remote keypad, illuminated waterproof accessory switches, E-T-A® circuit breakers, auxiliary 12V outlet, two USB-A/USB-C charging ports, captain and passengers’ wireless charging mounts, stainless steering wheel w/knob, lockable dash storage drawer & padded mobile device station
- Mercury Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS) controls w/7˝ SmartCraft® VesselView®
- Mercury® Joystick Piloting for Outboards (JPO) w/Active Trim
- Bennett Trim Tabs w/switches and indicators
- Triple helm seats
- Port & starboard aft cockpit fish boxes w/macerator discharge
- Two 40-gallon pressurized livewells w/adjustable fills & drains, acrylic lids, red/white lighting, w/digital switching control and monitoring
- Hinged double-wide flip-down transom bench seat
- 8.5kW Fischer Panda Mini 9 Generator w/sound shield, battery, and 25-gallon fuel tank
- Galvanic corrosion protection system
- GEMLUX® deluxe outriggers w/18´ telescoping poles & dual rigging kit
Notable Options
- Engine packages include Mercury® Triple Verado® 5.7L V10 350 w/Joystick Piloting, Mercury® Triple Verado® 5.7L V10 400 w/Joystick Piloting, Mercury® Triple Verado® 5.7L V10 425 w/Joystick Piloting, Mercury Racing® Triple 5.7L V10 400R w/Joystick Piloting, Mercury Racing® Triple 500R w/Joystick Piloting
Mercury® Twin Verado® 600 w/Joystick Piloting - Tower w/fiberglass hardtop
- Remote controlled LED searchlight
- Lumitec™ Razor LED light bar (1), or Lumitec™ Razor LED light bar array (3)
- Aft SureShade ATF™ electric power retractable sunshade, bow sunshade w/telescoping carbon fiber poles
- Pro GEMLUX Bluewater outriggers w/22´ telescoping poles & triple rigging kit
- Adjustable passenger helm seats sliders
- Garmin dual 8622 widescreen chartplotters, depth sounder, & remote keypad, Garmin triple 8616 GPS widescreen color chartplotters, depth sounder & remote keypad
- Raymarine dual Axiom XL 22˝ GPS widescreen color chartplotters, depth sounder & remote keypad, Raymarine triple Axiom XL 16˝ GPS widescreen color chartplotters, depth sounder & remote keypad
- 48” open array radar
- FLIR M232 or M332 thermal cameras
- 18,000 BTU cockpit reverse cycle air conditioning
- 120V/12V pull-out cockpit refrigerator w/stainless front
- 120V Kenyon® electric grill in aft cockpit
- Aft cockpit fish box freezer plates w/separate digitally controlled thermostats
- Aft cockpit 12V electric reel outlets (4)
- Automatic outboard engine flushing system
- Seakeeper® 3 gyro stabilizing system
- Three LED underwater lights
- Mercury® 1st Mate safety, security, theft deterrent system & man overboard
Vessel Inspection
Bow
Bridging the gap between a hard-core fishing platform and a boat suitable for family day boating, the new Formula 387 CCF offers space specifically designed to take care of both which is quite evident at the bow.
Helm
A professional helm is warranted on the new Formula 387 CCF in order to fulfill its mission as a serious horizon chasing battlewagon. As important, the high-tech nav instruments and accompanying equipment, with standard joystick and bow thruster, will serve those who choose to take this luxurious boat away for an extended weekend.
Cockpit
The center of action for anglers, the cockpit aboard the new Formula 387 CCF is well-equipped for a tournament-ready competitor. As well, the cruising couple, out for a weekend or extended time away, will find the layout perfect for their travels.
Aft
With her ability to do double duty as both a serious offshore tournament fishing boat and an equally major family oriented center console, the new Formula 387 CCF is outfitted to fulfill the needs of both here in the aft section.
Cabin
The overall size of the new Formula 387 CCF allows this boat to feature a cabin with private head and shower. That means she can offer her owners an opportunity to travel for extended weekends or even longer away from their home dock. Together with all her features, and those outstanding exterior lines, she is sure to be a head turner wherever she travels.
A Word About Performance
Performance is part of the Formula DNA and has been since its inception. With the new Formula 387 CCF, that legacy continues. Our test day saw the air temperature at 83°, relative humidity at 77%, and wind at a calm 5 knots. Test weight on our Formula 387 CCF boat was approximately 26,585 pounds with 52% of the 500-fuel capacity and full water and diesel generator fuel tank. We had a trio of Mercury 425-hp outboards turning 19”props and hit a top speed of 59.1 mph at 6500 rpm before settling into our most economical cruise speed of 33.9 mph at 4500 rpm. At that rate, we calculated a range of 277.0 statute miles with a 10% fuel reserve.
During hole shots we recorded 0-10 mph in 4.3 seconds, 20 mph in 8.1 seconds, and
0030 mph in 16.7 seconds. Once we throttled up to speed, we put her handling through the paces and found her particularly stable and quite predictable during maneuvers.
Her double stepped hull is designed to enable air to reduce friction on the wetted surface of the hull to drive it more efficiently through the water with results in fuel burn economy and comfort aboard. We found our test boat easy on turns and leaning into tight turns with just a minimal drop in speed and, with the assistance of our optional Seakeeper 3 gyro, maintain an even attitude. Performance under control is a big part of what the new Formula 387 CCF is all about.
Summary
The new Formula 387 CCF is a big, luxurious center console offering a long list of standard and premium optional equipment specifically designed and engineered for both serious offshore tournament fishing and family oriented on-water activities. In addition, with a cabin offering sleeping quarters and a private head with stand-up shower, the new Formula 387 CCF can easily be utilized as a well-appointed weekender, island hopper, or providing extended time away from home.
Power Mercury® options include Triple Verado® 5.7L V10 350 w/Joystick Piloting, Triple Verado® 5.7L V10 400 w/Joystick Piloting, Triple Verado® 5.7L V10 425 w/Joystick Piloting, Mercury Racing® Triple 5.7L V10 400R w/Joystick Piloting, Mercury Racing® Triple 500R w/Joystick Piloting, and Mercury® Twin Verado® 600 w/Joystick Piloting, all designed to get you to where you are going and back in safety and comfort.
With Formula’s long and celebrated history in performance, and riding on a sea-tested 23° deadrise FAS3Tech double stepped hull at the foundation of this high- powered center console, the new Formula 387 CCF is ready to assume her rightful place in the model lineup of boats from this iconic builder.
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Dave is a 30-year veteran of the Marine Industry, having started two boat companies, and most recently sold his fishing catamaran brand Eastward. He co-founding Twin Vee and was a designer for several other boat manufacturers and is still a marine industry consultant. He is a former boating magazine editor, and has written hundreds of articles on boats, how-to guides, DIY and safety. For four years, he hosted Florida Sportsman’s Best Boat TV series and tested boats from small flats boats to long range cruising motoryachts. Dave is a lifelong fresh and saltwater fisherman. He is a private pilot with multiple ratings and is an Open Water PADI-Certified SCUBA diver. He currently lives in Stuart, FL. He feels equally comfortable on anything from a 16’ flats boat to an 85’ long range cruiser.
Capt. Ken Kreisler is a well-known figure in the marine industry, with extensive experience testing boats for major boating magazines. He has held USCG 100-Ton License for 40 years and has served as a delivery and charter fishboat captain, project manager for two small passenger ferry catamarans, making sure every details met USCG build standards. Capt. Ken is an accomplished writer, having received several BWI awards and the John Burroughs Association certificate of commendation for his children's book, "NATURE SPY," published by Macmillan. He resides with his family on the Shrewsbury River in Monmouth Beach, NJ, where he enjoys boating on his 24-foot Grady White Exp
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