2014 Cruisers Sport Series 278 Extreme Package Boat Test Notes
New for 2014, here are some details from our review of the the 278 Extreme package.
September 1, 2013
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The Cruisers Sport Series 278.
Overview: A Cruisers Sport Series bowrider, with the Extreme package.
Concept:
-Build a bow rider with the same attention to detail and equipping as is used with Cruisers’ yachts, and equip it with the Extreme tow tower package.
Construction:
-Hatches and doors are RTM molded, to maximize strength, minimize weight, and provide a finished surface inside and out.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Length | 27'0" |
| Beam | 8'6" |
| Max Draft | 3'3" |
| Deadrise | 22 degrees |
| Displacement | 5,720 lbs |
| Fuel capacity | 68 gal |
-Aluminum plates beef up the engine mounting system, and back up deck hardware.
- Billet aluminum tower is as solid and as rugged as they come.
Performance & Handling:
-Top-end comes close to 50-MPH, and acceleration is quick enough for any of the towing watersports.
-Steps in the hullside chines help the boat dig in and grip in tight turns, while breaking adhesion to boost fuel economy.
-22-degree deadrise bottom slices open a one-foot chop without hesitation, banging, or rattling.
| Performance Data | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Test conditions: 1 foot chop, winds 10 - 15 knots, 1 POB | |||
| RPM | MPH | GPH | MPG |
| 1000 | 5.8 | 1.8 | 3.2 |
| 2000 | 8.8 | 6.8 | 1.3 |
| 3000 | 21.6 | 10.5 | 2.1 |
| 4000 | 33.1 | 18.0 | 1.8 |
| 5000 | 42.9 | 23.0 | 1.9 |
| 5500 | 48.4 | 26.0 | 1.9 |
| Power | 320-hp Volvo Penta stern drive. Prop – DPS Duo-prop Propset. | ||
Unique features:
-Swing-open head compartment in the passenger’s console is roomy, and includes an opening port and a sink.
-Swim platform ladder is canted off to the side, to keep swimmers away from the props.
-Beefy tower includes board racks and stereo speakers.
