R3

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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.

LOA:

23' 10"

Beam:

8' 6"

Seating Capacity:

12 persons

Dry Weight:

4,450 lbs

Technical Details

Specifications+-

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

Power Selections+-

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)

Standard Equipment+-

R3 Dash and Instrumentation - Standard

Accessory Power Plug - 12 Volt Detail
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Accessory Power Plug - 12 Volt
12v outlets provide necessary power to mobile devices on-board.
Black Leather/SS Steering Wheel Detail
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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 Detail
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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
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Stereo Remote, Dash
Control all stereo functions from the convenient dash mounted head unit.
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 Detail
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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 Detail
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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 Detail
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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 Detail
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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) Detail
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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 Detail
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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 Detail
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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 Detail
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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
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Ignition Safety Switch
Standard engine ignition safety switch with belt clip.
Kevlar Reinforced Hull
Stainless Steel Windshield Braces Detail
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Stainless Steel Windshield Braces
Solid stainless steel windshield support stanchions. Installation will vary depending on specific boat model.
Through Prop Exhaust

Optional Equipment+-

R3 Canvas - Optional

Bimini, Premium
Bow Tonneau Cover Detail
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Bow Tonneau Cover
Sunbrella Canvas bow cover with stainless steel snaps and velcro which attaches to cockpit cover.
Cockpit Tonneau Cover Detail
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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 Detail
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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
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Colored Quilted-Pattern Stitching
Dinette Table w/CP & Sunpad Receptacle Detail
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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 Detail
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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
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Remote Courtesy Lights w/key fob
Remote lighting is as simple as the touch of your key fob.
Sof-Trac Mat, Cockpit
Stainless Steel Foot Tread (helm only) Detail
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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) Detail
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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
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Sunpad Filler Cushion (w/o Dinette)
Port side aft cushion and stainless steel mounting hardware.
Throw Pillows, Weighted (10) Detail
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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
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Arch, Elec Folding w/Rotating Sunshade
Arch, Folding w/Rotating Sunshade Detail
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Arch, Folding w/Rotating Sunshade
Arch, SS/Alum w/Sunshade
COBALT Oval Logo, Recessed
Docking Lights-Stainless Steel Detail
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Docking Lights-Stainless Steel
The docking lights with stainless steel trim rings.
Flagpole w/Flag
Motorbox Actuator
Sof-Trac Mat, Flip-Down Swim Step
Swim Platform Transom Lighting Detail
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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
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Transom Shower
Freshwater wash down with pressure water system and fresh water tank.
Transom Tilt Switch Detail
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Transom Tilt Switch
Control the drive trim adjustment at the transom for utilization while trailering or dockside.
Underwater Lighting Detail
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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 Detail
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Battery Maintainer/Charger, 110v
Built in battery charger located in the engine compartment with external power connection at the transom.
Battery Maintainer/Charger, 220v Detail
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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) Detail
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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) Detail
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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 Detail
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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 Detail
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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

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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

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