R8

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R8

The R8 represents the next generation of R Series boats from Cobalt. At 27’10”, what really makes the R8 stand out on the water is the added size. We didn’t just make it longer…we totally rethought and redesigned every aspect of the R8 resulting in a higher profile and more freeboard, a roomy, expansive interior, with both bow and cockpit larger fore to aft, providing extra comfort for passengers and plenty of room for their things.

More Seating. More Storage. More of Everything! These features and many more make the R8 truly THE next generation bowrider.

LOA:

27'10"

Beam:

8'6"

Seating Capacity:

Yacht

Dry Weight:

6,400 lbs

Technical Details

Specifications+-

Length Overall w/Swim Platform	27' 10''	8.48 m
Beam	8' 6''	2.59 m
Fuel Capacity	80 gal.	302 L
Freshwater Capacity	10 gal.	38 L
Bridge Clearance w/o Bimini	62''	1.57 m
Bridge Clearance w/Arch	102''	2.59 m
Draft Drive Up	18''	0.46 m
Draft Drive Down	35''	0.89 m
Dry Weight	6400 lbs.	2903 kg
Boat Certified Capacity	Yacht Certified
Boat Certified Capacity w/gear	Yacht Certified

Power Selections+-

R8 Volvo Penta Power Selections

V8-350CE-G DP - 350 hp (261 Pkw)
V8-380CE DP - 380 hp (283 PkW)
V8-430CE DP - 430 hp (321 PkW)

R8 MerCruiser Power Selections

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)

R8 Engine Enhancements - Standard

DTS (Merc)
EVC w/PTA & Cruise (Volvo)

R8 Engine Enhancements - Optional

Active Trim, Merc
Ocean-X (Volvo)
Seacore (Merc)
Tow Mode (Volvo EVC)

Standard Equipment+-

R8 Dash and Instrumentation - Standard

Accessory Power Plug - 12 Volt (dual) Detail
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Accessory Power Plug - 12 Volt (dual)
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.
Composite Helm Eyebrow, Custom Stitching
Depth & Water Temp Pkg.
Glass Cockpit, Dual Garmin 742 Plus
Gloss Black Dash Console
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

R8 Entertainment System - Standard

iPod/USB/MP3 Port
Sound System, Bluetooth, w/6 Spkrs.
Stereo Remote, Dash

R8 Interior - Standard

Aft Facing Rumble Seat Detail
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Aft Facing Rumble Seat
Additional suport and comfort while seated at the swim platform.
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
Head w/Porta Potti Detail
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Head w/Porta Potti
Easily accessible, upholstered head compartment. Shown with removable Porta Potti.
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, 3.5 gal
Cooler, Removable Hard-Side (36 qt.)

R8 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.
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
Model Designator, LED, Transom Detail
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Model Designator, LED, Transom
Transom mounted lighted model number logo badge.
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

R8 Structure and Safety - Standard

10/5/3 Year Warranty Protection
Battery Switch, Dual w/ACR
Circuit Breaker Protected Elec System
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+-

R8 Canvas - Optional

Bimini, Premium Easy-Fold
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).
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.
Shade Sail, Aft (req. Arch w/Sunshade)
Shade Sail, Bow

R8 Dash and Instrumentation - Optional

Glass Cockpit, Dual Garmin 8610 Detail
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Glass Cockpit, Dual Garmin 8610
Larger touchscreen displays.
Rudder Indicator, Merc
Wireless Phone Charger, w/Holder
XM Weather

R8 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)

R8 Interior - Optional

Throw Pillows, Weighted (10)
Throw Pillows, Weighted (4)
Wood Interior Accent Pkg.
Air Compressor w/Holder
Bow Filler Cushions
Cockpit Heater w/Pull-Out Vent
Cooler, Soft-Side (35L)
Dinette Table w/Cockpit Receptacle Detail
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Dinette Table w/Cockpit Receptacle
The dinette table with cockpit receptacle provides the availability of placing the cockpit table at locations with the stainless steel bracket.
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.
Gray Water System
Head w/Electric Porcelain Toilet Detail
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Head w/Electric Porcelain Toilet
The upgraded porcelain head with holding tank and dockside receptacle.
Head w/Electric Porcelain, Macerator Detail
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Head w/Electric Porcelain, Macerator
The Electric Porcelain head with macerator provides for overboard discharge. Local restrictions and laws apply.
Head w/Pump Out Porta Potti Detail
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Head w/Pump Out Porta Potti
Easily accessible, upholstered head compartment. Shown with fixed Porta Potti.
Head w/Pump Out Porta-Potti, Macerator Detail
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Head w/Pump Out Porta-Potti, Macerator
Easily accessible, upholstered head compartment. Shown with fixed Porta Potti.
Helm Seat, Electric
LED Interior Accent Lighting (RGB)
Sink Console (head compartment) Detail
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Sink Console (head compartment)
Easily accessible, upholstered head compartment. Shown with porcelain toilet and sink console.
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.
Storage Compartment Lighting

R8 Exterior - Optional

E-Step electric swim step Detail
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E-Step electric swim step
An electrically actuated version of the popular Cobalt flip-down swim step.
Sof-Trac Mat, Gunwales
'COBALT'' Lettering, Satin Black (exterior)
Arch Elec, Alum Folding w/Bimini
Arch, Alum, Folding w/Bimini
Arch, Elec Folding w/Rotating Sunshade
Arch, Folding w/Rotating Sunshade
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
Portal Light (1 in Head Compartment) Detail
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Portal Light (1 in Head Compartment)
Stainless steel opening portal light with screen located at port side head compartment provides adequate ventilation and ambient sunlight.
Sof-Trac Mat, Swim Platform w/Flip-Down Swim Step Detail
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Sof-Trac Mat, Swim Platform w/Flip-Down Swim Step
Sof-Trac platform mat combines an aggressive non-skid traction with the soft feel of a cushioned pad. Durable and stylish, the sof-trac mat is a water sport enthusiast favorite.
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.
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, RGB Detail
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Underwater Lighting, RGB
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
Tow Balls, Brushed Aluminum

R8 Structure and Safety - Optional

Rearview Mirror, PTM
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.
CE Requirements w/Auto Fire Extinguisher
Cruise Control-Smart Tow (Merc DTS)
Cruise Control-Zero Off
Rearview Mirror, Roswell
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.
Siren Connected Boat Package
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 Detail
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Windlass, All Chain w/Anchor
Recessed anchor windlass is mounted below decks in the anchor locker. Cobalt uses a through hull mounted hause pipe made of stainless steel, and a stainless delta style anchor with all chain.

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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

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