WaterSki Magazine

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2009-12-15 06:53:09 | 2376 views | 2 Comments

BOAT REVIEW
State-of-the-art Nautique Boats design and engineering are on display in their newest Crossover model — the 216V. With aggressive deck lines and a bold cutaway windshield, skiers and wakeboarders who want to stand out on the water will definitely get noticed. Wake performance is multisport-oriented, thanks to the versatile Hydro-Gate control system that allows custom size and shape adjustment. Add the new powder-coated FCT3 tower, which one person can easily fold down, and this wakeboard/ski boat fits into the garage when you’re done turning heads.

INSIDE THE BOAT
Automotive-style gauges with cool indigo backlighting give the Crossover Nautique 216V’s new smart pod helm a luxury car look. The walk-through transom, convenient storage options and hidden trash can in the wraparound lounge make for family-friendly flexibility.

BEHIND THE BOAT
Skiers can have their share of the fun with wakes that welcome aggressive-cutting open-water sets. For wakeboarding, the factory ballast creates ample size, while the Hydro-Gate shapes a clean wake with a nice peak. This stunning machine will make any multisport family happy.

SPECS
Dry Weight: 3,900 lb.
Standard Engine: PCM Excalibur 5.7L, 343 hp
Passengers: 12
Load Cap.: 1,800 lb.
Fuel Cap.: 46 gal.
Standard Ballast: N/A
Max. Factory Ballast: 770 lb.

BEST FEATURES
1. Beach Entry Step: Convenience and safety, with storage hidden beneath.
2. Power Management Access: Fuses and battery switch are illuminated and easy to reach.
3. New FCT3 Tower: We definitely recommend this slick option with spinner wakeboard racks.

TEST MEASUREMENTS
Length: 20 ft. 11 in.
Beam: 95 in.
Bow Width: 67 in.
Bow Length: 56 in.
Floor to Tower: 76 in.
Gunwale Height: 26 in.
Main Lounge: 49 sq. ft.
Sun Pad: 24 sq. ft.
Platform: 14 sq. ft.