Test Video
Ocean Alexander 70E:
4-Stateroom Yacht for an Owner/Operator
The Ocean Alexander 70E is a four-stateroom yacht designed for the owner/operator, with multiple joystick locations to control the Volvo Penta IPS1200 pod drives around the docks. She’s got other salty features, including a watertight door to the side deck at the lower helm. She can cruise at better than 20 knots, with a range of more than 360 NM.
See what our test captain said about her handling here.
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Test Video
Yamaha SX190:
Agile Entry-Level Jet w/Seats for 8
The Yamaha SX190 is a capable entry-level jet boat powered by a single Yamaha 1812 CC H.O. jet that provides impressive acceleration, 3.3-second hole shots, and a top speed of 43.2 mph. The usual jet-boat maneuverability is also present. Carrying the beam almost to the bow gives added seating and storage space up front -- she can seat a total of eight.
See how she did on our test for tow-sports here.
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New Features Video
Beneteau Gran Turismo 50:
Next-Gen Design and Smart Use of Space
The salon on the Beneteau Gran Turismo 50 uses huge windows, a high overhead, and opening windows, along with a large sunroof to create a bright, airy space. A scissors-style berth in the bow VIP fits together for couples and separates for singles. There’s a galley down and a small sitting area, which can be optioned to be a third stateroom.
Check out the amidships master and the rest of the GT 50 here.
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Share Your Dream for a Chance to Win
What does your boating dream mean to you? Is it taking your boat to some faraway port of call? Or perhaps it's a day in a quiet anchorage with family, rafted up with friends, swimming, and having a picnic.
If you are considering purchasing a new Volvo Penta Next Generation gasoline-powered boat, send us your Boating Dream in a few lines and you’ll be entered to win a Chevrolet Silverado!
Learn more: http://www.volvopenta.us/shareyourdream
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Captain's Report
Horizon PC74:
Catamaran Stability with Large Decks
The Horizon PC74 has a 28'4" (8.63 m) beam, which yields more deck space than many monohulls of much longer LOA. That translates to the flying bridge as well, where there’s a five-seat bar and a large dining area beneath a wide hardtop (and we’re not even showing the sun pad, grilling station, day head, and space for a tender that are up there, too).
Read more about the entire boat here.
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Test Video
Mercury MerCruiser Diesel 3.0 L:
Lightweight, Low-Emission Turbo V6
The Mercury Mercruiser Diesel 3.0 L is a lightweight, high-torque turbocharged V-6 with a small footprint that fits well into a small boat like the Epic 23V wakeboat we used in our test. It promises extended durability under load and exhibited excellent fuel efficiency.
Learn more about the engine here.
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