Sea-Doo - 230 Challenger SE (2008-)
Test Condition
| Time To Plane | 2.6 sec. |
|---|---|
| 0 to 30 | 4.7 sec. |
| Test Power | 2 x 215-hp Rotax 4-TEC |
| Transmission | Direct Drive |
| Ratio | N/A |
| Props | Stainless steel impeller |
| Load | 4 pers, 5/8 fuel, no water, minimal gear |
| Climate | Temp: 87 deg., Humid: 61%, Wind: 3-5 mph, Seas: minimum chop |
| Length Overall | 23' 6'' 7.16 m |
|---|---|
| Beam | 8' 9'' 2.67 m |
| Draft | 12'' 30.5 cm |
| Dry Weight | 3,500 lbs. 1,588 kg |
| Tested Weight | N/A |
| Fuel Capacity | 53 gal. 200.6 l |
| Water Capacity | none |
| Bridge Clearance | N/A |
| Deadrise/Transom | 20 deg. |
| Max Headroom | open |
| 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. | |
Test Results
| RPM | MPH | Knots | Total GPH | MPG | NMPG | Range | NM Range | dBA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1800 | 2.9 | 2.5 | 1.7 | 1.68 | 1.46 | 80 | 70 | 68 |
| 3000 | 6.7 | 5.8 | 3.9 | 1.71 | 1.48 | 81 | 71 | 79 |
| 4000 | 8.1 | 7.0 | 6.3 | 1.28 | 1.11 | 61 | 53 | 80 |
| 5000 | 23.5 | 20.4 | 10.3 | 2.28 | 1.98 | 109 | 95 | 87 |
| 5500 | 28.7 | 25.0 | 12.5 | 2.29 | 1.99 | 109 | 95 | 86 |
| 6000 | 35.1 | 30.5 | 16.2 | 2.16 | 1.88 | 103 | 90 | 92 |
| 6500 | 39.3 | 34.2 | 19.9 | 1.97 | 1.72 | 94 | 82 | 90 |
| 7000 | 43.3 | 37.6 | 23.4 | 1.85 | 1.61 | 88 | 77 | 92 |
| 7700 | 52.0 | 45.2 | 32.1 | 1.62 | 1.41 | 77 | 67 | 92 |
Performance Chart
Speeds measured with Stalker ProSports radar gun. Fuel consumption (gallons per hour) measured with Floscan digital fuel-flow meter on gas inboards, sterndrives, and outboards, TechMate electronic scan tool on gas EFI inboards, Caterpillar digital fuel-flow meter on diesel engines, or permanently installed fuel-monitoring equipment. Range is based on 90% of published fuel capacity. Sound levels determined using Radio Shack digital decibel meter on A scale. 68 dBA is the level of normal conversation.