The SLX 360 Outboard was developed at the ultra-modern Brunswick Technology Centre in Florida. The result is a boat that seamlessly combines the expertise of several Group brands. This is particularly evident in the cockpit, which Sea Ray describes as the most "car-like" in its history. And we can agree with the Americans, it is somewhat reminiscent of a Mercedes Benz V-Class.
The helm of the new Sea Ray
Two Simrad Ultrawide NSX displays are the centrepiece at the helm, complemented by controls integrated into the steering wheel. The close networking with the three Mercury Verado outboards enables functions such as auto-routing, autopilot, automatic light control, precise joystick manoeuvring including bow thruster and comprehensive onboard diagnostics.
Comfort and spaciousness at yacht level
In addition to the technology, the SLX 360 Outboard impresses above all with its space concept. For a dayboat of this size, Sea Ray offers a remarkable amount of usable interior space. According to the shipyard, this includes an air-conditioned cockpit, a private cabin and a separate, fully-fledged washroom that can be accessed without leaving the sleeping area. A detail that is otherwise more familiar from larger yachts, but which is increasingly finding its way onto smaller boats too.
Large hull windows in the bow area provide plenty of daylight and an open feeling of space below deck. Outside, an electrically operated driver and passenger seating system, a convertible galley and the newly designed side bathing platform door significantly increase comfort on board.
The SLX 360 is also practical in terms of storage space and maintenance accessibility: a particularly large cockpit floor storage space, which is by no means a matter of course in this class, emphasises the practical nature of the concept.
Powerful and confident
The SLX 360 Outboard is powered by three Mercury 300 Verado V8 outboard engines as standard, including joystick piloting, Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS) and electronic steering. The boat thus combines sporty performance with precise handling, even in confined spaces or difficult conditions.
The boat can be optionally equipped with the Fathom e-Power energy management system and a gyro stabiliser, which significantly increases both efficiency and comfort. The integration of the new Simrad AutoCaptain has also been announced for the future.
Technical data:
- Length over everything: 11,61 m
- Width: 3,30 m
- Dry weight: approx. 8,210 kg
- Fuel tank: 1,041 litres
- Fresh water: 114 litres
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Jan-Ole Puls
Editor Test & Technology
