THE ARC SPORT REVOLUTIONIZES HIGH-PERFORMANCE BOATING
The Arc Sport electric wake boat redefines what a 23-foot performance boat can be. Built by Arc Boats using in-house battery and software engineering, the Arc Sport delivers 570 hp and more than double the torque of any comparable gas-powered wake boat, powered by a 226 kWh lithium-ion battery that provides five to six hours of typical riding time. Starting at $258,000, it carries up to 15 people and produces zero direct emissions, combining peak performance with a genuinely quiet on-water experience.
How Does the Arc Sport Electric Wake Boat Work?
Unlike conventional wake boats that rely on large ballast bags filled manually with water, the Arc Sport uses the weight of its 3,000-pound battery pack, strategically located in the transom, as intelligent ballast. Computer-controlled water ballasts supplement the battery placement to dial in wave shape precisely for each rider. The result is consistent, customizable wakes without the setup time that gas-powered wake boats require. Arc's in-house software processes tens of thousands of data points per second to optimize wave shape, safety, and powertrain performance simultaneously, according to Electrek.
Arc Sport Specifications at a Glance
The Arc Sport is an all-fiberglass 23-footer with a dry weight of 6,900 pounds. Its 570 hp electric motor accelerates the boat to a top speed of 40 mph, delivering power instantaneously from zero rpm in a way no gasoline engine can replicate. Range at normal wakeboarding and wakesurfing speeds reaches five to six hours per charge, and at low-speed cruising the battery can sustain over 24 hours of continuous use, as reviewed by Robb Report. Over-the-air (OTA) software updates keep the boat current without a dealer visit, and a reliable state-of-charge indicator replaces the imprecise fuel gauges common on gas-powered competitors.
On-Board Comfort and Technology
Because the electric drivetrain eliminates engine noise and exhaust fumes, conversations at any speed require no raised voices. The Arc Sport comes with an auto-retract hardtop tower, bow and stern thrusters for easy docking, JL Audio speakers, wireless phone chargers, and an entertainment screen for ride recap and playback. Climate control and power amenities are standard, completing a premium cabin that works just as well for relaxed day cruising as it does for aggressive wake sessions. The absence of gas fumes and engine vibration transforms the on-water experience compared with any combustion-powered wake boat.
Arc Sport Compared to Other Electric Watercraft
TheArsenale carries a range of electric watercraft that share the Arc Sport's zero-emission philosophy. The Q2S Electric Hydrofoil Boat takes a different approach with foil-assisted lift, while the Beau Lake Electric Runabout offers classic design in an electric package. For electric surfing, the Awake Ravik 3 Electric Surfboard provides an intense individual alternative. Explore the full luxury boats and watercraft collection or the complete water vehicles selection for the full range of premium marine options available at TheArsenale.
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