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Key Information
Length
8.57m | 28.11 ftBeam
2.57m | 8.43 ftTop Speed
40+ knMax Passengers
8Berths
2
Introducing another great boat to our range of outstanding boats, the EXPLR 9 is the first of the second generation of boats to be launched. Making its debut at Boot Düsseldorf 2020 and improved 2021, EXPLR 9 comes with more width and volume than its predecessors, giving the boat extra stability and capacity.
The EXPLR 9 is now equipped with Seakeeper Ride and the Vessel Attitude Control System (VACS) to ensure you experience optimal stability and smooth handling, no matter the weather or sea conditions. Whether you’re exploring the open waters or heading to remote destinations, these systems provide enhanced comfort, control, and confidence throughout your journey.
With its accommodation capacities and weatherproof cover, EXPLR 9 is the perfect boat for the adventurers travelling in all corners of the planet. The boat can be installed with air-conditioning and a heater.
The renewed EXPLR 9 takes you to all new dimensions when it comes to driving comfort, multi-purpose use and design that fully pays attention to the versatile needs of modern boaters.
Cabin boats rarely provide the kind of driving convenience the full suspension seats of EXPLR 9 do – the co-pilot’s seat is available as an option. Speaking of convenience, the exceptionally spacious cabin is outright ideal for rest and relaxation that the extraordinary sound- proofing efficiently supports. A bed that stretches all the way to 230 cm, roomy and well-equipped toilet as well as a full-size refrigerator ensure that the crew can truly make the most of the time at sea, even during longer trips. Should the sunshine get too hot to handle, optional air-conditioning makes life in the cabin a sheer pleasure.
The completely renewed EXPLR 9 takes you to all new dimensions when it comes to driving comfort, multi-purpose use and design. Take a look inside the boat with the scroller on the left.
Profile and Floor Plans



Specifications
- Length8.57m | 28.11 ft
- Beam2.57m | 8.43 ft
- Weight estimate (incl. engine)2259Â kg
- Draft to props0.94m
- Outboard engines450 hp
- Passengers8
- Berths2
- ClassificationC-Coastal
- ConstructionALU/GRP
- Max speed estimate40+ kn
- Fuel capacity305 L (80 gal)
Standard Inclusions
XO EXPLR 9
Videos
The Reviews
Toprik
In this review, the topRik team talks about another bestseller from XO Boats’ EXPLR series – a brutal boat made of aluminum and fiberglass. Our review, as usual, is based on our own testing experience.
Boatlife
Good things come to those who wait and here is a video we shot back in Autumn 2021 of the XO EXPLR 9! Join me for a test drive of this highly capable, cutting bow, Military grade aluminium hull with GRP topside and interior! This boat is both sophisticated and mean at the same time.
Garnock Reviews
When walking round a boat show, like the Daytona Beach Boat Show, it is difficult to find a boat that stands out from all the others. That, however, is exactly what happened with the XO Explr 9! This boat was a head turner for all the right reasons. If I was told to pick one boat from around 100 boats on display that I could confidently say I could take out next weekend, without looking at the weather reports first, this is the boat I would choose.