Cummins MerCruiser QSC 600 diesel engines with Zeus pod drives
Zeus Drive System includes Skyhook Station-Keeper technology
SmartCraft instrumentation and VesselView display
One-piece bilge access service hatch
Standard dual Raymarine E120 widescreen units with 4-kW high definition radar
Cockpit convertible seat lounge
Interior LED Lighting
Sirius satellite receiver with antenna (N/A outside N. America)
Salon 32" flatscreen TV
Fold-out salon sofa sleeper conversion
Fiberglass hardtop with enclosure
Isolation transformer
Water manifold system
Oil changer system for engines and generator
68-gallon holding tank with dockside pump-out
Specifications
Sea Ray 540 Sundancer (2011-) Specifications
Length Overall
54' 9'' 16.7 m
Dry Weight
50,000 lbs. 22,679 kg
Beam
15' 3'' 4.65 m
Tested Weight
N/A
Draft
50'' 127 cm
Fuel Cap
600 gal. 2,271 L
Deadrise/Transom
21 deg.
Water Cap
150 gal. 568 L
Max Headroom
N/A
Bridge Clearance
N/A
Prices, features, designs, and equipment are subject to change. Please see your local dealer or visit the builder's website for the latest information available on this boat model.
Engine Options
Sea Ray 540 Sundancer (2011-)Engine options
Std. Power
2 x 575-hp Cummins MerCruiser QSC 8.3 600 DTS
Tested Power
2 x 715-hp Cummins MerCruiser QSM11
Opt. Power
2 x 715-hp Cummins MerCruiser QSM11-715 with Skyhook
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Sea Ray 540 Sundancer (2011-) Test Result Highlights
Top speed for the Sea Ray 540 Sundancer (2011-) is 37.7 mph (60.7 kph), burning 77.0 gallons per hour (gph) or 291.44 liters per hour (lph).
Best cruise for the Sea Ray 540 Sundancer (2011-) is 23.1 mph (37.2 kph), and the boat gets 0.61 miles per gallon (mpg) or 0.26 kilometers per liter (kpl), giving the boat a cruising range of 329 miles (529.47 kilometers).
Tested power is 2 x 715-hp Cummins MerCruiser QSM11.
For complete test results including fuel consumption, range and sound levels go to our Test Results section.
Standard and Optional Equipment
Sea Ray 540 Sundancer (2011-) Standard and Optional Equipment
Marine Electronics
Autopilot
Fishfinder
GPS/Chart
VHF Radio
Systems
Air Cond./Heat
Battery Charger/Converter
CD Stereo
Head: Fixed
Shore Power
Trim Tabs
TV/DVD
Washdown: Fresh Water
Washdown: Raw Water
Water Heater
Windlass
Galley
Coffeemaker
Icemaker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove
Exterior Features
Hardtop
Outlet: 12-Volt Acc
Swim Ladder
Swim Platform
Transom Door
Transom Shower
Wet bar
Boats More Than 30 Feet
Generator
Glendinning Cablemaster
Oil Change System
Vacuum
Washer/Dryer
= Standard = Optional
Sea Ray 540 Sundancer (2011-) Warranty
Sea Ray 540 Sundancer (2011-) Warranty Information
Warranties change from time to time. While BoatTEST.com has tried to ensure the most up-to-date warranty offered by each builder, it does not guarantee the accuracies of the information presented below. Please check with the boat builder or your local dealer before you buy any boat.
Hull Warranty
Years
5-year
Deck Warranty
Years
5-year
Blistering Warranty
Years
5-year
Certifications
NMMA Certification
Yes
Sea Ray 540 Sundancer (2011-) Price
Sea Ray 540 Sundancer (2011-) Price
Base Price (MSRP)
$1,545,704.00
Price as Tested
N/A
Prices, features, designs, and equipment are subject to change. Please see your local dealer or visit the builder's website for the latest information available on this boat model.
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