High-performance Features
A - Lifting Strakes B - Keels C - Under Deck Wave Shield D - Performance Foils
ELLIPTICAL SPORT PACKAGE
ESP is the top of the line performance package for boats with 8' 6" beams. Boats equipped with this package benefit from enhanced stability and water displacement with quick planing and handling characteristics that rival a fiberglass sport boat. Designed for high horsepower applications, ESP is optional on outboard models and comes standard on all I/O models. It includes two 25" diameter outer pontoons with performance foils, splash fins, and .100 gauge aluminum, a patented 32" Elliptical center pontoon with lifting strakes and an under deck wave shield. The Power-assist steering option and a center fuel tank upgrade is recommended for boats equipped with engines rated at 200 hp or greater and is required on full windscreen models. Check with your local dealer for current maximum engine hp certifications.SPORT PERFORMANCE SYSTEM
The SPS and SPS+ hulls offer handling and performance characteristics similar to ESP in a lighter, more affordable package. SPS is designed for engines 200 hp or less and SPS+ for higher hp applications. Both SPS packages include 3 full-length 25" diameter pontoons, lifting strakes on the center pontoon, performance foils on the inside of the outer pontoons, solid round keels, under deck wave shield, SeaStar hydraulic steering, and a 32-gallon transom fuel tank on select models. Check with your local dealer for current engine hp certifications.
EXPRESS TUBE PACKAGE
The Express Tube Package offers increased bow lift for lighter, lower horsepower engines. Package includes a modified center tube with lifting strakes, round keels on all three tubes, and a modified wave shield. Add SeaStar hydraulic steering for engines greater than 115 hp (25" tubes required). Check with your local dealer for current maximum engine hp certifications.TWIN ELLIPTICAL PERFORMANCE PACKAGE
Bennington's exclusive Elliptical Pontoons combined with lifting strakes, performance foils, solid round keels, and an under deck wave shield offer incredible two-tube performance. Each elliptical pontoon adds over 1,000 lbs. of additional buoyancy, allowing the boat to sit higher and run faster. These pontoons increase deck stability both fore and aft as well as side to side. Available as a Freshwater or Saltwater package. Saltwater package includes saltwater anodes and sealed lifting strakes/performance foils. Check with your local dealer for current maximum engine hp certifications.
SHALLOW DRAFT
Helps when navigating shallow waters by riding higher in the water.
KEELS
Reinforced guides placed at the bottom of the tube to protect it in shallow water and improve tracking while underway. Optional solid keels are recommended for use in saltwater.
PERFORMANCE FOILS
Similar to a wing of a plane, these are placed on the bottom side of the tubes to provide hydrodynamic lift. Improved acceleration, top speed, and stability are added benefits. SPS, ESP, and ESP-10 will also dramatically increase in the boat's turning performance especially during heavy banking.
LIFTING STRAKES
Add lift, decrease splashing, and increase top speed as much as 4.8 miles per hour, depending on engine selection. For optimum performance, lifting strakes are recommended for engines rated 115hp or greater and for boats exceeding 30 mph. Lifting strakes are recommended for 90 hp or greater on boats with twin elliptical pontoons.
SEASTAR HYDRAULIC STEERING
Eases steering effort with higher horsepower engines. Expect two-handed handling in hard turns. Recommended for engines rated 115 hp or greater.
POWER-ASSIST HYDRAULIC STEERING
Powered by an electronically controlled hydraulic pump connected to the SeaStar® system. The electric pump “does the work for you” so the driver can expect incredible handling and turn with little effort. Recommended for engines rated 150 hp or greater.
UNDER DECK WAVE SHEILD
Deflects water from the bottom of the deck, which reduces “surging” and enhances the soft, quiet ride in rough water.
SHOP BENNINGTON
Helps when navigating shallow waters by riding higher in the water.
KEELS
Reinforced guides placed at the bottom of the tube to protect it in shallow water and improve tracking while underway. Optional solid keels are recommended for use in saltwater.
PERFORMANCE FOILS
Similar to a wing of a plane, these are placed on the bottom side of the tubes to provide hydrodynamic lift. Improved acceleration, top speed, and stability are added benefits. SPS, ESP, and ESP-10 will also dramatically increase in the boat's turning performance especially during heavy banking.
LIFTING STRAKES
Add lift, decrease splashing, and increase top speed as much as 4.8 miles per hour, depending on engine selection. For optimum performance, lifting strakes are recommended for engines rated 115hp or greater and for boats exceeding 30 mph. Lifting strakes are recommended for 90 hp or greater on boats with twin elliptical pontoons.
SEASTAR HYDRAULIC STEERING
Eases steering effort with higher horsepower engines. Expect two-handed handling in hard turns. Recommended for engines rated 115 hp or greater.
POWER-ASSIST HYDRAULIC STEERING
Powered by an electronically controlled hydraulic pump connected to the SeaStar® system. The electric pump “does the work for you” so the driver can expect incredible handling and turn with little effort. Recommended for engines rated 150 hp or greater.
UNDER DECK WAVE SHEILD
Deflects water from the bottom of the deck, which reduces “surging” and enhances the soft, quiet ride in rough water.
SHOP BENNINGTON
