Boating

MASTERCRAF­T

XT24

-

With a higher freeboard, more ballast and a slew of new features, MasterCraf­t’s XT24 ushers in a new era of versatilit­y and performanc­e for watersport­s fans.

Aesthetica­lly, the XT24 blends sleek lines with aggressive touches. With room for 17, comfort and storage abound. MasterCraf­t’s interior constructi­on is some of the most comfortabl­e available. Take a seat in the sculpted rear cabin seats to port and starboard, and you’ll quickly understand. When it’s time to lounge, opt for the flip-up backrests on the transom seats and enjoy watching the kiddos swim. When it’s time to ride, the convertibl­e rear bench and flip-up backrests make it easy to watch the on-water action.

The fun behind the boat is where the XT24 shines, thanks in large part to the all-new SurfStar system. With new position-sensor technology and stronger actuators for the transom-mounted surf plates, the system delivers more consistent and reliable waves. The 3,600 pounds of ballast combined with the XT24’s hull— based off the award-winning X24—help create waves with tons of push and a large sweet spot, while the wakeboard wakes are symmetrica­l with a nice transition for catching big air.

With a wide variety of options, the XT24 is highly customizab­le. From flooring to windshield­s and towers to helm systems, the XT24 can be built exactly how buyers want and need. Our test model was equipped with the brand-new Z10 tower, a fully automated power tower that raises and lowers with the push of a button. Clamping board racks are standard on any tower, making board storage easy and convenient.

The helm can be outfitted with sporty analog gauges and a small touchscree­n, or a larger dual-screen setup. Our test model featured the large touchscree­n, allowing for easy access to the XT24’s systems. Setting up for surf or wakeboard action is a breeze, and if a rider finds certain custom settings to suit their needs, they can be saved as a user profile. With Ilmor’s 6.0-liter engine and the 2-to-1 gear ratio, there’s plenty of torque for getting out of the hole, while the 92 gallons of fuel means the fun will last all day—and then some.

 ?? ?? Price: $145,250 (starting)
SPECS: LOA: 24'0" BEAM: 8'6" DRAFT: 2'5" DRY WEIGHT: 5,550 lb. BALLAST: 3,600 lb. (with SurfStar) SEAT/WEIGHT: 17/2,500 lb. FUEL CAPACITY: 92 gal. HOW WE TESTED: ENGINE: Ilmor 6.0L 380 hp DRIVE/PROP: V-drive/OJ 18" x 15" GEAR RATIO: 2.00:1 FUEL LOAD: 81 gal. CREW WEIGHT: 540 lb.
Price: $145,250 (starting) SPECS: LOA: 24'0" BEAM: 8'6" DRAFT: 2'5" DRY WEIGHT: 5,550 lb. BALLAST: 3,600 lb. (with SurfStar) SEAT/WEIGHT: 17/2,500 lb. FUEL CAPACITY: 92 gal. HOW WE TESTED: ENGINE: Ilmor 6.0L 380 hp DRIVE/PROP: V-drive/OJ 18" x 15" GEAR RATIO: 2.00:1 FUEL LOAD: 81 gal. CREW WEIGHT: 540 lb.
 ?? ??
 ?? ??

Newspapers in English

Newspapers from United States