Saltwater Solution
Protected
Over the past decade, MasterCraft has meticulously refined materials, vendors and mechanics to ensure your investment is protected from the harsh environment brought on from saltwater and brackish water.
Powerful
From a powerful, fully closed-cooling motor system with the industry’s best warranty to sacrificial aluminum anodes.
Proven
Every saltwater solution has been carefully thought out, tested and proven to deliver the quality and reliability you expect from MasterCraft.
SALTWATER ENGINE UPGRADES
Ilmor engines come standard with a convenient engine flush hookup and corrosive protection paint. When opting for a saltwater package, the base motor will be upgraded to an Ilmor 5.3L or 6.2L GDI V8. Opt for even more power by upgrading to the Ilmor 6.2L Supercharged engine. These engines feature an efficient, completely closed-cooling system and produce 365HP, 430HP, and 630HP respectively.
Available exclusively on the MasterCraft X24, X26, and XStar S, the all-new Supercharged 6.2L provides unprecedented power and performance. With 630 horsepower and 665 lb-ft of torque, the Ilmor Supercharged 6.2L is the world's most powerful towboat engine.
Standard on the X and XStar models, the 6.2L GDI boasts 430 horsepower of towing excellence. The 6.2L GDI is part of Ilmor’s gasoline direct injection engine series. With precise fuel injection technology, gasoline direct injection engines maximize engine and fuel efficiency.
Built for saltwater excellence, the super tech 5.3L GDI has a closed-cooled aluminum block for maximum efficiency. With 365 horsepower, it provides outstanding top-end performance. The 5.3L GDI is part of Ilmor’s gasoline direct injection engine series. With precise fuel injection technology, gasoline direct injection engines maximize engine and fuel efficiency.
SALTWATER DETAILS
Electrical Bonding Harness
An electrical bonding harness adds additional protection to the metal components you find under the waterline.
Hydraulic Steering
Hydraulic steering is more corrosive resistant than the stainless steel cable systems used by competitors in their saltwater offerings.
Sacrificial Anodes
MasterCraft's underwater gear uses aluminum anode bonding for optimal durability and longevity. Aluminum anodes provide better corrosion protection for underwater gear, whereas competitors use less efficient zinc anodes.
Spaghetti Mesh Liner
MasterCraft's standard storage floor lining is replaced with an easily washable and mildew resistant rubber mesh lining when opting for the saltwater package.
Stainless Steel Shocks
Standard shocks are replaced by stainless steel shocks to battle corrosive saltwater and extend life in harsh saltwater environments.
RULE THE WATER
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For more than 55 years, MasterCraft has been the pioneer of having fun on the water.
Engines
Enjoy more time and more fun on the water with the most responsive, robust and reliable engines.
Towers & Racks
The perfect blend of form and function, MasterCraft’s towers provide strength, security, and style.
Technology
Stay connected and spend more time on the water and less time preparing for your day.
Driving
Outfitted to provide the most confident and powerful driving experience in the towboat market.
Dash & Audio
Every MasterCraft comes equipped with state-of-the-art Klipsch Audio and the most intuitive dashes.
Trailers
The only towboat brand with trailer-specific engineers and in-house trailer manufacturing.
