R3

R3
Crafted to stand out from a typical 23-footer, the Cobalt R3 has a sleeker, lower profile than other R Series boats, and it’s complemented by a beautifully designed transom platform. Guided by our innovative Free Space Reclamation design, the cockpit has an interior beam measurement more than a foot wider than the competition. And with wrap-around, yacht-style seating exclusive to a boat this size, the R3 maximizes interior space while delivering an exterior look sure to turn heads.
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Technical Details
Length Overall w/Swim Platform | 23' 10'' | 7.26m |
Beam | 8' 6'' | 2.59 m |
Interior Cockpit Width | 95'' | 2.41 m |
Deadrise at Transom | 21º | 21º |
Fuel Capacity | 48 gal. | 182 L |
Freshwater Capacity | 10 gal. | 38 L |
Bridge Clearance w/o Bimini | 62'' | 1.57 m |
Bridge Clearance w/Bimini | 89'' | 2.26 m |
Bridge Clearance w/Arch | 96'' | 2.44 m |
Draft Drive Up | 21'' | .53 m |
Draft Drive Down | 37'' | .94 m |
Dry Weight | 4450 lbs. | 2018 kg |
Boat Certified Capacity | 12 persons | 12 persons |
Boat Certified Capacity w/gear | 1800 lbs. | 816 kg |
R3 Volvo Penta Power Selections
- V8-300CE-G DP - 300 hp (221 PkW)
- V8-350CE-G DP - 350 hp (261 Pkw)
- V8-380CE DP - 380 hp (283 PkW)
- V8-430CE DP - 430 hp (321 PkW)
R3 MerCruiser Power Selections
- 6.2 L MPI ECT-300 B3 DTS - 300 hp (221 PkW)
- 6.2 L MPI ECT-350 B3 DTS - 350 hp (261 PkW)
- 8.2 Mag ECT B3X DTS - 380 hp (283 PkW)
- 8.2 Mag HO ECT B3X DTS - 430 hp (321 PkW)
R3 Engine Enhancements - Standard
- DTS (Merc)
- EVC w/PTA & Cruise (Volvo)
R3 Engine Enhancements - Optional
- Active Trim, Merc (requires DTS)
- Anti-Corrosion System (Vol 200-300hp, Mer-Alpha)
- Ocean-X (Volvo)
- Seacore (Merc)
- Tow Mode (Volvo EVC)
R3 Dash and Instrumentation - Standard
- Accessory Power Plug - 12 Volt Detail
- Black Leather/SS Steering Wheel Detailx
Black Leather/SS Steering Wheel
Cobalt's exclusive leather wrapped steering wheel provides the ultimate in style and control.
- Color-Matched Aluminum Dash Panels
- Composite Helm Eyebrow, Custom Stitching
- Dash Perimeter SS Accent Trim
- Depth & Water Temp Pkg.
- Glass Cockpit, Dual Garmin 7607
- Gloss Black Dash Console w/SS Accents
- Hour Meter(s)
- Illuminated Switch Panel/Switches Detailx
Illuminated Switch Panel/Switches
Illuminated stainless steel switches with laser etched identifiers provide the perfect amount of lighting to the switch panel.
- Stainless Steel Switches
R3 Entertainment System - Standard
- Custom Acoustic Speaker Covers
- iPod/USB/MP3 Port
- Sound System, Bluetooth, w/6 Spkrs.
- Stereo Remote, Dash Detail
- Stereo Remote, Transom (Prem. Sound)
R3 Interior - Standard
- Aft Facing Rumble Seat
- Aft Sunpad Backrest SS Accent Rail
- Aft Walk-Thru Carpet
- Bow Walk-Thru Door
- Carpet, 40 oz., Snap-In w/Neoprene Back
- Del Mar Helm Capt. Chair Detailx
Del Mar Helm Capt. Chair
Del Mar seating features stainless accents on a custom helm seat design. Flip-up bucket also includes a stainless headrest accent and dual convenient adjustment levers. Shown in model R5.
- Passenger Seat Flip Backrest System Detailx
Passenger Seat Flip Backrest System
Dual position port side seating with a fore and aft adjustable backrest and passenger flip up seat. Storage is located beneath port side seating.
- Removable Bow & Cockpit Carpet
- Seating Varadense Comfort
- Sundeck Convertible Lounger Detailx
Sundeck Convertible Lounger
Lounger converts from standard seating configuration to sun pad or rumble seat.
- Trash Receptacle, 28 gal
R3 Exterior - Standard
- Anchor Locker
- Bow Scuff Plate, Stainless Steel Detailx
Bow Scuff Plate, Stainless Steel
Protect the gelcoat from trailer hook damage with the unparalleled bow scuff plate. Both fashionable and functional, the bow scuff plate from Cobalt is through bolted and designed custom for every Cobalt. Style may vary slightly depending on model.
- Extended Running Surface
- Fender Clips w/Line (4) Detailx
Fender Clips w/Line (4)
A set of Custom Stainless Fender Clips, which provide a solid and secure place to hang the fenders. Includes the insert, the receptacle, and fender lines.
- Graphics, Molded-In Gelcoat
- Midship Cleats
- Ski Pylon - Stainless Steel
- SS Tubular Platform Perimeter Rail
- Stainless Steel Engine Vents
- Stainless Top Trim Windshield
- Swim Platform w/Flip-Down Swim Step Detailx
Swim Platform w/Flip-Down Swim Step
The Cobalt patented swim step is designed for boating simplicity. A stainless latch releases the step for recessed storage or simply deploy for boarding.
- Transhield Shipping Cover
R3 Structure and Safety - Standard
- 10/5/3 Year Warranty Protection
- Battery Switch, Single Detailx
Battery Switch, Single
Battery switch disconnects the single engine battery from entire vessel, with the exception of the bilge pump and stereo memory.
- Circuit Breaker Protected Elec System Detailx
Circuit Breaker Protected Elec System
Stainless steel circuit breakers can be reset with the touch of a button, and provide surge protection for the electrical system. Installation will vary depending on specific boat model.
- Composite Floor
- Composite Transom
- Fiberglass Cockpit Liner
- Fiberglass Stringer System
- Fire Extinguisher(s), Manual
- Ignition Safety Switch Detail
- Kevlar Reinforced Hull
- Stainless Steel Windshield Braces Detailx
Stainless Steel Windshield Braces
Solid stainless steel windshield support stanchions. Installation will vary depending on specific boat model.
- Through Prop Exhaust
R3 Canvas - Optional
- Bimini, Premium
- Bimini, Premium Easy-Fold
- Bow Tonneau Cover Detailx
Bow Tonneau Cover
Sunbrella Canvas bow cover with stainless steel snaps and velcro which attaches to cockpit cover.
- Cockpit Tonneau Cover Detailx
Cockpit Tonneau Cover
Sunbrella Cockpit Cover with stainless steel snaps custom designed for each Cobalt (including those boats with an arch or Bimini top). Shown on model 200.
- Mooring Cover Detailx
Mooring Cover
The ultimate in weather protection, our mooring cover is custom built for each Cobalt model. The custom cover includes velcro closures around the tops, and stainless steel winches on the gunwale straps, and tent poles to prevent water pooling.
R3 Dash and Instrumentation - Optional
- Makassar Dash/Interior Trim Pkg.
- Rudder Indicator, Merc
- Rudder Indicator, Volvo
- XM Weather
R3 Entertainment System - Optional
- Plat Sound w/Transom & Arch Spkrs-2 pr.
- Plat Sound w/Transom Spkrs.
- Prem Sound w/Transom & Arch Spkrs-1 pr.
- Prem Sound w/Transom Spkrs.
- Satellite Radio System
- Stereo Remote, Transom (Std. Sound)
- Speaker Covers, Arch (Premium Sound)
R3 Interior - Optional
- Air Compressor w/Holder
- Bow Center Cushion Insert
- Colored Quilted-Pattern Stitching Detail
- Dinette Table w/CP & Sunpad Receptacle Detailx
Dinette Table w/CP & Sunpad Receptacle
The R-5 dinette table with cockpit and sun pad receptacle provides the availability of placing the cockpit table at either location in conveniently placed stainless steel brackets.
- Floor Covering, Sea Grass Detailx
Floor Covering, Sea Grass
Sea Grass floor covering creates an elegant and comfortable style to the interior of any Cobalt. Rubber backing and stainless steel snaps make it as durable as it is elegant.
- LED Interior Accent Lighting (RGB)
- Remote Courtesy Lights w/key fob Detail
- Sof-Trac Mat, Cockpit
- Stainless Steel Foot Tread (helm only) Detailx
Stainless Steel Foot Tread (helm only)
Stainless steel with rubber tread, the footrest instantly becomes an interior detail worth bragging about. Size and shape will vary slightly for custom fit to specific boat model.
- Sunpad Filler Cushion (w/Dinette) Detailx
Sunpad Filler Cushion (w/Dinette)
port side aft removable filler cushion mounts in the same hardware as the dinette table.
- Sunpad Filler Cushion (w/o Dinette) Detail
- Throw Pillows, Weighted (10) Detailx
Throw Pillows, Weighted (10)
Pillows are filled with 4 pounds of Vyram weighted pellets for stable placement while boat is underway. Available in five Sunbrella outdoor fabric colors. Size: 22 x 22 inches.
- Throw Pillows, Weighted (4)
R3 Exterior - Optional
- Arch Elec, Alum Folding w/Bimini
- Arch, Alum, Folding w/Bimini
- Arch, Elec Folding w/Rotating Sunshade Detail
- Arch, Folding w/Rotating Sunshade Detail
- Arch, SS/Alum w/Sunshade
- COBALT Oval Logo, Recessed
- Docking Lights-Stainless Steel Detail
- Flagpole w/Flag
- Motorbox Actuator
- Sof-Trac Mat, Flip-Down Swim Step
- Swim Platform Transom Lighting Detailx
Swim Platform Transom Lighting
LED transom lighting provides the appropriate level of illumination for the perfect evening of entertaining friends. Shown on model 242 with standard swim platform.
- Transom Shower Detail
- Transom Tilt Switch Detailx
Transom Tilt Switch
Control the drive trim adjustment at the transom for utilization while trailering or dockside.
- Underwater Lighting Detailx
Underwater Lighting
LED underwater lighting system includes two light pods and the switch module. Beautiful evenings begin with illumination. Shown on model 302. Swim platform transom lighting also shown.
- Wakeboard Racks, Elite (Alum)
- Wakeboard Racks, Triton
R3 Structure and Safety - Optional
- Battery Maintainer/Charger, 110v Detailx
Battery Maintainer/Charger, 110v
Built in battery charger located in the engine compartment with external power connection at the transom.
- Battery Maintainer/Charger, 220v Detailx
Battery Maintainer/Charger, 220v
Built in battery charger located in the engine compartment with external power connection at the transom.
- Battery Switch, Dual w/ACR (required) Detailx
Battery Switch, Dual w/ACR (required)
Dual battery and voltage sensitive relay provides instant accessibility emergency power. Installation varies with specific boat model.
- Captain's Call Exhaust
- Captain's Call Plus (w/Mufflers)
- CE Requirements w/Auto Fire Extinguisher
- Cruise Control-Smart Tow (Merc DTS)
- Cruise Control-Zero Off
- Drivers Rearview Mirror (W/S Mount) Detailx
Drivers Rearview Mirror (W/S Mount)
The clamp-on design is extremely solid and secure, but easily removed. A single tension knob will loosen the clamp and arm articulation for adjustment. Just position and lock everything down.
- Fire Extinguisher, Automatic System Detailx
Fire Extinguisher, Automatic System
Heat sensitive automatic Fireboy system mounted in the engine compartment designed to instantly eliminate flames in the event of an engine fire. Installation will vary depending on specific boat model.
- Tool Kit Detailx
Tool Kit
Convenient access to screwdrivers, pliers, and a crescent wrench with customized sunbrella storage container.
- Trim Tabs w/Indicators, w/o Autoglide
- Windlass, All Chain w/Anchor



Only A Cobalt
Since its first day on the water over 50 years ago, Cobalt’s commitment to performance, luxury and innovation has continued to set the standard for boating excellence. Only a Cobalt offers:
- Patented Swim Step for easy water access
- Maximum interior space
- 16-layer hand-laid fiberglass at keel
- Deep-V hull design for smooth ride
- Double French-stitched interiors
- Molded-in gelcoat graphics on exterior
- Extended running surface