R3 Surf

R3 Surf
Crafted to be smaller and more accessible, the R3 Surf still delivers a more comfortable ride in big water than comparable models, premium waves at the touch of a button and even a transom activity platform. Plus, it comes with a Cobalt’s glass cockpit, EVC, and the premium finishes of the R Series – the ultimate symbol of no compromise.
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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 | 47 gal. | 178 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 | 34'' | .86 m |
Draft Drive Down | 37'' | .94 m |
Dry Weight | 4700 lbs. | 2132 kg |
Ballast Capacity Total (5 tanks) | 1566 lbs. | 710 Kg |
Boat Certified Capacity | 12 persons | 12 persons |
Boat Certified Capacity w/gear | 1800 lbs. | 816 kg |
R3 Surf Volvo Penta Power Selections
- V8-300CE-G DP (FWD) - 300 hp (221 PkW)
- V8-350CE-G DP (FWD) - 350 hp (261 Pkw)
- V8-380CE DP (FWD) - 380 hp (283 PkW)
- V8-430CE DP (FWD) - 430 hp (321 PkW)
R3 Surf Engine Enhancements - Standard
- EVC w/PTA & Cruise (Volvo)
- Volvo Forward Drive (FWD)
R3 Surf Engine Enhancements - Optional
- Anti-Corrosion System (Vol 300hp)
R3 Surf 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.
- Easy-Surf Electronic Control System
- Glass Cockpit, 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 Surf Entertainment System - Standard
- Custom Acoustic Speaker Covers
- iPod/USB/MP3 Port Detailx
iPod/USB/MP3 Port
Includes USB-A and USB-C connections. Multiple power ports throughout, and one power/data port at helm.
- Sound System, Bluetooth, w/6 Spkrs.
- Stereo Remote, Dash Detail
- Stereo Remote, Transom (Prem. Sound)
R3 Surf 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 Surf Exterior - Standard
- Anchor Locker
- Arch, SS/Alum w/Sunshade
- 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 (arch mounted)
- Sof-Trac Mat, Flip-Down Swim Step
- 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
- Wakeboard Racks, Elite (Alum) Detail
- Surf Tow Ball (2)-Folding Arch only
R3 Surf 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
- Cruise Control-Zero Off
- Fiberglass Cockpit Liner
- Fiberglass Stringer System
- Fire Extinguisher(s), Manual
- Ignition Safety Switch Detail
- Kevlar Reinforced Hull
- Rigid Multi-Tank Ballast System
- Single-Axis Performance Surf Tab System
- 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 Surf Canvas - Optional
- 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 Surf Dash and Instrumentation - Optional
- Makassar Dash/Interior Trim Pkg.
- Rudder Indicator, Volvo
- XM Weather
R3 Surf Entertainment System - Optional
- Plat Sound w/Transom & Arch Spkrs-2 pr. Detail
- 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) Detail
R3 Surf Interior - Optional
- Air Compressor w/Holder
- Bow Center Cushion Insert
- Colored Quilted-Pattern Stitching
- 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
- 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) Detailx
Throw Pillows, Weighted (4)
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.
R3 Surf 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 (std)
- Docking Lights-Stainless Steel Detail
- Motorbox Actuator
- 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, Triton Detail
- Flagpole w/Flag
R3 Surf 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)
- CE Requirements w/Auto Fire Extinguisher
- 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.
- 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