MB Sports F23 Tomcat

OVERVIEW
The F23 Tomcat's pickle-fork is the look of the future of MB Sports. The success of the model has convinced the company to adopt the dual-pronged design for all of their boats from now on. And the wake is really great, too.

WHAT WE DIG
• Two-pronged bow design creates more space
• Graphics in the gelcoat, so no decals to scratch off
• Anodized accessories, too many billeted touches to list
• Large, built-in bimini comes standard
• High-end sound system is standard

FEATURES

Highlight Feature
Aggressive styling. This cat is low-slung, sleek and well-dressed (especially our all-black test model). The design is complemented by the F23 tower, and with upholstery color-keyed to match whatever paint job buyers choose, a truly custom look comes standard.

Hull
When combined with MB's Wake Plane hull, the twin-forked bow of the F23 helps trap air at the front of the boat for increased speed and more efficient turning. And it does the trick on chop, too. MB calls the 2008 Tomcat the best rough water boat they've ever built.

Ballast
MB Sports is known for providing great standard ballast on all their boats, and the F23 Tomcat sets the benchmark with a total capacity of 2,400 pounds That's enough wake-shaping weight to please most any rider. And with all that water contained in a pair of tanks that run the length of the boat, the ride is stable and balanced.

Tower
MB Sports designers planted the F23 Tomcat's signature tower at the most stable point of the boat, resulting in a setup that reduces the effects on the boat when a rider pulls hard. And the swept-forward design, which nearly seven feet is taller than most towers, adds to the 'cat's good looks.

Wake
Our testers loved the wake behind the F23, describing it as, "just perfect." With ramps that are not too rampy and not too steep, the
Tomcat will please a wide variety or riders, from cautious beginners to pop-hungry pros.

SPECS
Length w/o platform: 23' 6"
Beam: 8' 6"
People: 12
Dry weight: 4,100 lb.
Ballast: 2,400 lb. total (two tanks: 1,200 lb. each)
Tower: F23 Tomcat
Racks: Swivel
Main lounge: 58 sq. ft.
Stereo: Clarion deck, Tidal Audio speakers, amp, subwoofer, satellite radio-ready
Cooler: 34 qt.
Fuel: 65 gal.

For more information, please visit www.mbsports.net.