When it comes to boats, MasterCraft provides the most complete saltwater solution. Your boat will be ready for sunrise to sunset saltwater adventures thanks to thoughtful engineering and high-quality materials.
THE BEST SALTWATER EXPERIENCE
Over the past decade, MasterCraft has meticulously refined materials, vendors, and mechanics to ensure your investment is protected from the harsh environment brought on by saltwater and brackish water. These features includes powerful, fully closed-cooling motor system and the industry's best warranty to sacrificial aluminium anodes. Our saltwater boats are tested rigously to ensure you are getting the highest quality you will 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.
5.3L GDI
Built for saltwater excellence, the super tech 5.3L GDI has a closed-cooled aluminium 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 maximise engine and fuel efficiency.
Displacement
5.3L
Power
5,400 RPM / 365 HP
Torque
4,100 RPM / 400 FT-LB
6.2L GDI
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 maximise engine and fuel efficiency.
Displacement
6.2L
Power
5,400 RPM / 430 HP
Torque
4,000 RPM / 479 FT-LB
6.2L SC
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.
Displacement
6.2L
Power
5,500 RPM /630 HP
Torque
4,000 RPM /479 FT-LB
World Class Warranty
Ilmor engines have an unprecedented 7-year, 1,000-hour, factory-backed warranty—the most comprehensive in the towboat industry.
Mean and Clean
The Ilmor GDI class engine is one of the top 5-star emissions rated gasoline marine engines in the world.
Unmatched Experience
Ilmor is MasterCraft’s exclusive partner for marine engines, and has more than 30 years experience in the automotive industry.
RECENTLY LISTED BOATS
2022 MASTERCRAFT PROSTAR VAT QUALIFYING
- Model Year: 2022
- Location: IN STOCK AND READY FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY
- Engine: 6.0 Ilmor
2021 Bayliner VR4 outboard
- Model Year: 2021
- Location: IN STOCK AND READY FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY
- Engine: 115 Mercury Outboard
2024 MasterCraft X26 Saltwater Series
- Model Year: 2024
- Location: IN STOCK AND READY FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY
- Engine: 6.2 GDI ILMOR