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Sturdy, agile, and incredibly promising, XO Boats is launching a new boat (8m) with performance that’s sure to be the envy of all; introducing the XO DFNDR 8, the latest addition to the Finnish brand’s lineup.
High-performance, highly versatile and available in the Open Safari and Closed versions, the DFNDR 8 maximizes the versatility of the XO segment, and will debut in September with a starting price of €135,000, excluding VAT.
Thanks to a new concept for the segment, the XO DFNDR 8 is a boat that adapts well to its owner while maintaining its aesthetic and performance characteristics. Its particularly intelligent design offers different options tailored to the individual user’s needs, while also allowing for the coexistence of multiple alternatives.
Aluminum for one long, narrow hull (7.90 m x 2.37 m), military-inspired, deep V-shaped hull, e tubular hardtop They certainly catch the eye, giving a hint of the boat’s performance capabilities. But behind such a sharp—or aggressive, if you will—appearance, there is much more. First of all, the hardtop, available in two versions, each of which offers further customization options. The Safari version, with a hardtop that opens on the sides, allows you to fully enjoy the Mediterranean lifestyle outdoors, while a closed version It allows you to handle even the most adverse weather and climate conditions. Not to mention that, among the various add-on packages, including a hybrid model that allows the open hardtop to be converted to a closed version when needed.
To ensure maximum safety in all conditions, the gunwales feature several handrails, while the deck is covered with non-slip materials. This combination is designed to maximize grip and stability on board. The spacious areas at the bow and stern also make the new XO DFNDR 8 a true walk-through boat, with the added option of installing a bow sundeck. This layout is ideal for a wide variety of activities, from fishing to a family day out on the water.
The dashboard and T-top provide excellent adaptability to weather conditions, offering customizable configurations that are ideal for adapting to both the climate and the latitudes where the boat is used. Finally, the seats can be converted into a berth, which—along with a separate toilet—maximizes versatility, making extended trips possible.
Paired with an extremely high-performance hull, the recommended engine starts at 300 cavalli, but variants with twin V6 engines producing 225 hp or a single V8 producing 450 are also available. These configurations enable top speeds of over 50 knots, supported by a 400-liter fuel tank.
Overall, the new XO DFNDR 8 is a boat that promises a lot, both in terms of performance and customization. An extremely versatile walkaround with powerful, sleek lines that, on paper at least, will bring a great deal of satisfaction to future owners.
| Overall Length (LOA) | 7.9 m (excluding the engine) |
| Maximo Baglio | 2.37 m |
| Draft | 0.8 m |
| Weight | 1,900 kg (excluding engine) |
| Engine Specifications | 1×450 hp V8 or 2×225 hp V6 |
| Top speed | +50 kn |
| Fuel tank | 400 L |
| Cabins | 1 |
| Bathroom | 1 |
| CE Category: | C |
| Crew allowed on board: | 8 |
| Contact: | https://xoboats.com/news/the-new-xo-dfndr-8-range/ |
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