WaterSki Magazine

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BOAT REVIEW
With an MSRP starting around $40,000, the MasterCraft X-1 is the most wallet-friendly option for water-sports enthusiasts who’ve always aspired to own a MasterCraft wakeboard boat. When full, the standard ballast system gives this crossover specialist a solid wake for riders. When drained, the wake flattens out considerably to accommodate aggressive open-water slalom cuts. To further increase the value, the MasterCraft X-1 comes standard with the same quality tower found on the X-Star, in addition to some of the best wakeboard racks on the market.

INSIDE THE BOAT
Functional and well laid out, the MasterCraft X-1 cockpit will make drivers happy with a blostered seat and controls that are within easy reach. In the C-shaped lounge, there’s 40 square feet of storage, which is impressive for a boat this size.

BEHIND THE BOAT
Running on the original MasterCraft X-Star hull, the X-1’s classic wake is just as fun to session now as it was back in the day. With the stock ballast the wakes are medium-size with smooth, rampy faces. Our test team liked the wake best with a 70-foot line. Skiers will be surprised at how good the wake performance is for a v-drive.

SPECS
Base Price: $TK
Dry Weight: 3,200 lb.
Standard Engine: MasterCraft Power Vortec RTP-1 5.7L, 310 hp
Storage: 37 cu. ft.
Passengers: 11
Load Cap.: 1,705 lb.
Fuel Cap.: 33 gal.
Standard Ballast: 738 lb. Maximum Factory Ballast:

BEST FEATURES
1. Driver’s Seat: The flip-up MasterView bolster driver’s seat adds greater visibility. (_DOS3539.JPG)
2. Nice Tower: The ZeroFlex collapsible tower is the same used in the X-Star. (_DOS3563.JPG)
3. Well-equipped Bow: Seating comes complete with stainless grab rails, two-way JL Audio speakers and convenient cup holders. (_DOS3550.JPG)

TEST MEASUREMENTS
Length: 20 ft. 7 in.
Beam: 90 in.
Bow Width: 62 in.
Bow Length: 64 in.
Floor to Tower: 77 in.
Gunwale Height: 26 in.
Main Lounge: 46 sq. ft.
Sun Pad: 22 sq. ft.
Platform: 9 sq. ft.