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MasterCraft X-80 by Steve Fennell

Measuring an impressive 28 feet in length, MasterCraft's X-80, qualifies as one of the largest wakeboard contenders on the market. With this length comes a plethora of useful amenities designed for high-flying excitement and unforgettable cruising.

MasterCraft incorporated a running surface in the X-80 featuring a vented stepped hull plus a forked open bow to increase performance and provide more room for passengers.

Mastercraft X-80Highlighted features start at the stern. A large, integrated fiberglass swim platform allows more than enough room to prepare for runs. While teak decking is a nice option, the standard platform comes with non-slip rubber decking.

From bow to stern, the X-80 shines with space and comfort. There's a large U-shaped lounge complete with drink holders and backrests at each end to comfortably spot skiers. Just ahead of the lounge, on the starboard side, is a wet bar with a Corian countertop, a sink and pressurized facet offering six gallons of water.

Forward passengers will enjoy the large seat facing the enclosed head compartment. They can enjoy the benefits of the grab rail, two drink holders and the large dash. The helm, in MasterCraft style, comes with a MasterView bolster seat, controls for the double KGB liner ballast system and three custom constructed billet aluminum gauges.

Additional cockpit highlights include snap-in carpeting, a satellite-ready Clarion AM/FM/ CD stereo with six speakers plus two amps and subwoofers.

A large entranceway offers access to the spacious bow. The U-shaped lounge provides seating for four and features port and starboard grab rails, six drink holders, two Clarion speakers with separates and ample storage.

Wakeboarders do need to know the X-80 comes with a factory-installed ZeroFlex Flyer tower with built-in board racks and a swivel light. Add the 77-gallon fuel tank to feed the standard 6.0L, 385 hp Vortec HO 6000 power plant, and there's no stopping the excitement.

MasterCraft has outdone itself with this latest entry. There's many standards not even available on other models while providing the space, comfort and wakeboarding excitement for families and friends.

Specifications
LOA: 28'3"/8.61m
Beam: 9'6"/2.90m
Draft: 29"/.73m
Weight: 5,400 lbs./2,450 kg
Fuel Capacity: 77 gal/291L
Seating Capacity: 15
Prop Configuration: 14-inch four-bladed
Maximum Horsepower: 8.1L GM Vortec 450 hp
Standard Power: 385 hp
Base Price: $114,500 w/6.0L 385 hp Vortec HO 6000


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