Buying New Product Frequently Asked Questions

I am looking at buying a new boat which has several different engine/sterndrive options. Which one should I get?

This is a complex question which doesn't really have a definite answer. It is similar to purchasing a new car and trying to decide which engine or transmission to get. You should look at the pros and cons of each option and decide which features are more important to you for the type of boating you intend to do. Many times, boat manufacturers will have test data available illustrating the performance of the same boat with different power options. Many dealers will be happy to arrange a test drive with different engines.

What are the differences and advantages/comparisons between the Bravo One, and the Bravo Three sterndrives?

The Bravo One is designed to excel under the high-stress requirements of today's performance boats. Bravo One employs heavy duty shafts and bearings coupled to precision forged gears to withstand the heavy torque and thrust loads. A smart-styled, sleek, and strong hydrodynamic gearcase slices through the water at speeds in excess of 85 mph (137 km/h) without blowout. The state-of-the-art Bravo Three sterndrive system represents the ultimate in power for everything from runabouts to mid-size cruisers in the 40-60mph (64-97 km/h) range. The Bravo Three can provide faster acceleration, rail-like tracking through turns, and lower RPMs while cruising, to improve fuel economy. In simple terms, the Bravo Three utilizes the concept of counter rotation - two propellers turning in opposite directions - to counteract the listing some boat designs experience with a single prop sterndrive. For enhanced performance and efficiency, all Bravo sterndrives feature a quiet, smooth-shifting steel cone clutch mechanism which provides for higher torque-carrying capacity and added durability.

What are my choices in the Bravo Family?

• Bravo One: Features include near net forged gears, improved bearings and clutch.
• Bravo Three: Features include near net forged gears, improved bearings and clutch.
• Bravo One X/XR and Three X: Features include improved bearings and clutch, larger U joint, near net forged and net forged gears, steel bearing towers.
• Bravo One XR drives with Sport Master gearcases (standard and short) are available. The Integrated Transom System (ITS) is another option available with both standard Bravo One XR drives and Bravo One XR Sport Master drives.