New Engine Report
Mercury FourStroke 4.6L V-8 Outboard:
Largest Displacement and
Lightest Weight in Class
The all new Mercury FourStroke 4.6L V-8 outboard is the lightest engine in class despite the fact that it has 8 cylinders and the greatest displacement in class. But new features don’t end there: transient spark technology gives the engine 5 to 10% more torque at the low end, according to Mercury. Our tests confirmed good acceleration from a standing start and a burst of power in the mid RPM range. A computer-controlled throttle that controls the fuel-air mixture automatically leans out mixture at speed and dials in more economical fuel consumption.
See what else these outboards deliver...
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Electronics
What’s New in Electronic Helm Displays?
All boat owners owe it to themselves to know what’s out there, so when the time comes to get a new boat or make changes to the helm, they know what’s available. That’s where this BoatTEST research table comes in: Numerous systems and their capabilities are all listed here, with an easily selectable “compare” feature, so it’s easy to see how the systems stack up. Figure out what’s important, have a look at the table, and assemble the building blocks of the dream helm.
It’s all right here...
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Features Video
Cruisers Yachts 60 Fly:
A Yacht for Gracious Cruising
The Cruisers Yachts 60 Fly shown here is a two-stateroom yacht expressly designed for two-couple cruising. As such, she has privacy, room, luxurious accommodations, and four venues for entertaining when close to home. She is owner/operator friendly, thanks in part to three control stations with joysticks linked to the twin Volvo Penta IPS950s, including one on the aft deck. Her hull lamination is with the vacuum resin infusion process and she is cored with PVC foam. Overall, Cruisers Yachts uses “best practices” in her construction, even though they are more expensive and labor intensive than many brands on the market.
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Test Video
Boston Whaler 345 Conquest:
Seaworthy Express for Offshore Anglers
The express design of the Boston Whaler 345 Conquest plus the standard hardtop with full windshield gives the helm area complete protection no matter how much spray is flying, with an optional button-up enclosure making her a three-season fishboat. The optional tower gives the captain a bird’s-eye view of trolling baits, and potential spots for lurking gamefish. Convertible V-seating in the cabin welcomes overnights offshore, and triple 300-hp Mercury Verado outboards turn out 50.0 mph WOT speeds.
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Review Video
Hargrave 95 Freedom:
Custom Build w/Imaginative Interiors
and 4 En Suites
The Hargrave 95 Freedom has four en suite staterooms for the owner and guests or a charter party, and accommodations for five crew members. A wide range of layouts is available. The yacht is a collaboration among the owner, Hargrave Yachts, and interior designer Shelley DiCondina of Yacht Interiors by Shelley in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Have a look at the design inside and out...
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