XO Boats DFNDR 8 Boat

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The DFNDR 8 is the entry-level sportsboat from XO Boats' DFNDR range. Constructed from aluminium, the DFNDR 8 has a planing hull design and a top speed of 50 knots.

The XO Boats DFNDR 8 can accommodate two guests in one cabin. For those interested in a new XO Boats DFNDR 8 for sale, we can confirm it is designed for dayboating and weekending.

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26' 4"

Guests

2 Max
Cabins

1 Max

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Deck Plans

Layout, Deck by Deck

Specs

Length

26' 4"
Accommodation

2 Guests
Materials

Aluminium Hull /
GRP Superstructure
Max. Range

200 nm

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Full Specification

Principal Characteristics

Length overall 26' 4"
Beam 8' 4"
Draft (full load) 3' 1"
Fuel capacity 102 Gallons
Max speed 50 Knots *
Cruising speed 30 knots *
Max Range 200nm @30 knots
Hull Aluminium
Superstructure GRP

Accommodation

Guests 2
Berth details 1 x Convertible
Max persons on-board 8
Total Cabins 1
Berth details 1 x Convertable

Yacht Designers

Exterior Designer
XO Boats
Interior Designer
XO Boats
Naval Architect
XO Boats

Engine Options & Performance

Standard Option

Mercury Fourstroke V6 225HP

Mercury Fourstroke V6 225HP

QTY

x 2

Performance

200 HP

(165 Kw) each @ 6000 rpm

Maximum Speed

50 knots

Engine Details

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Option #2

Mercury Verado V10 5.7L 400hp

Mercury Verado V10 5.7L 400hp

QTY

x 1

Performance

400 HP

+200HP

(294 Kw) each @ 6400 rpm

Maximum Speed

-

Engine Details

Option #3

Mercury Racing V8 4.6L 450R

Mercury Racing V8 4.6L 450R

Performance

450 HP

+250HP

450 HP (450 Kw) each @ 6400 rpm

Maximum Speed

-

Engine Details

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* Depending on engine option

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XO Boats DFNDR 8 Reviews

XO Boats DFNDR 8 Review (2022 Edition)

Yacht tour & REVIEW

Agile handling
Excellent helm control
Foredeck storage & sunbathing
Built-in fendering
Multiple engine options

YachtBuyer Score

3

If the primary aim is to get from A to B with a hefty dose of fun and a burst of power, then the XO DFNDR 8 is definitely worth considering.

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XO Boats DFNDR 8 FAQ

A selection of frequently asked questions about the XO Boats DFNDR 8 model

The Naval Architect for XO Boats DFNDR 8 is XO Boats. The Exterior Designer for XO Boats DFNDR 8 is XO Boats. The Interior Designer for XO Boats DFNDR 8 is XO Boats.
The Length Overall of XO Boats DFNDR 8 is 26' 4" . Her Beam is 8' 4". Her Draft at full load is 3' 1"

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