2014 Cruisers Sport Series 279 Boat Test Notes
Lenny shares his notes from reviewing the Cruisers Sport Series 279 cuddy cabin boat.
September 11, 2013
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Overview: A relatively large Cruisers Sport Series cuddy cabin boat.
Concept: Build a cuddy boat in the Sport Series with the same attention to detail and equipping as is used with Cruisers’ yachts.
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 | 5,780 lbs |
| Fuel capacity | 68 gal |
-Aluminum plates beef up the engine mounting system, and back up deck hardware.
- Seat cushions, bases, and backs are all composite.
Performance & Handling:
-Top-end comes close to 50-MPH, with a 320-hp Volvo-Penta stern drive.
| Performance Data | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Test conditions: 1 foot chop, winds 10 - 15 knots, 1 POB | |||
| RPM | MPH | GPH | MPG |
| 1000 | 5.8 | 1.9 | 3.1 |
| 2000 | 9.6 | 7.0 | 1.4 |
| 3000 | 21.9 | 11.0 | 2.0 |
| 4000 | 33.7 | 18.0 | 1.9 |
| 5000 | 43.3 | 23.2 | 1.9 |
| 5400 | 47.6 | 25.9 | 1.8 |
| Power | 320-hp Volvo Penta stern drive. Prop – DPS Duo-prop Propset. | ||
-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 easily, while the additional forward weight of the cabin keeps the bow down during acceleration.
Unique features:
-Swing-open head compartment in the passenger’s console keeps the cabin clear of unwanted head odors.
-Standard equipment list is extensive, and includes extras like a Bimini top, 12-gallon freshwater system, and bow and stern cockpit covers.
