Research 2012 - Sun Tracker - Party Barge 250 XP3

Our flagship with top-of-the-line speed and elegance.
When only the fastest, most spacious and luxurious will do, the PARTY BARGE 250 XP3 is the boat for you.
The third pontoon adds extra lift, handling and speed for serious water sports.

And it can carry a crew of up to 15 in unmatched comfort—three super-plush lounges, each with pillowtop backs, lumbar support and a headrest. Floor-level drink holders and LED interior lighting.
Plus its sundeck, changing room, premium sound system and aft refreshment center with a freshwater sink make long days on the water a pleasure.
Beam: 8 ft. 6 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 38
Max load: 3000
Standard features: 3 high-performance pontoon logs w/strakes for maximum speed, handling, lift & buoyancy
2 wraparound bow lounges w/lumbar support, headrests, lockable lounge arm storage, lockable underseat storage, trash receptacle, floor-level cabin lights & drink holders
Starboard aft refreshment center w/sink & on-demand fresh water, food-prep area, 2 drink holders & 2 lockable storage drawers
Elevated captain's helm w/hydraulic tilt steering, tinted windscreen, full instruments (incl. compass & Lowrance® chartplotter w/GPS), reclining oversize swivel helm seat w/self-leveling arms & storage space for cooler (not incl.)
In-console mounted stereo w/convenient dash-mounted remote & 4 strategically located Kicker speakers for optimal sound throughout (accepts optional Sirius Satellite Radio® package)
Removable tournament-style ski tow pylon
Aft padded sundeck w/pop-up changing room, bench & storage
Aft L-lounge w/lockable dry, underseat storage & lockable lounge arm dry storage
Removable serving/game table w/soft-touch non-slip surface & molded-in drink holders (fore & aft pedestal base locations)
Color-keyed 11' (3.35 m) polyester Bimini top w/LED lights


Comfort, Safety & Convenience
Navigation & docking lights
Fire extinguisher
Color-keyed 11' (3.35 m) polyester Bimini top w/LED lights, color-keyed 2-tone protective boot & easy-snap hardware
Drink holders
Dual-latched, finger-guard gates that open inward
High-density SUN TRACKER® upholstery foam for all-day comfort
4 fold-down mooring cleats
Safety lanyard


Console
Sleek, heavy-duty fiberglass console on elevated platform
Molded windscreen
Lowrance® chartplotter w/GPS
Multifunction gauge w/tachometer, water pressure & trim
Voltmeter & fuel gauge
Deluxe sport steering wheel w/burlwood accents
In-console mounted stereo w/convenient dash-mounted remote & 4 strategically located Kicker speakers for optimal sound throughout (accepts optional Sirius Satellite Radio® package)
2 dash small items storage areas—1 prewired for USB, MP3 jack & 12V outlet
Below-console cooler storage space w/door (cooler not included)
Power-assisted tilt hydraulic steering
Simulated burlwood dash accents


Construction & Exterior
Available w/Black, Blueberry or Black Cherry high-gloss, corrugated fencing
Supple vinyl upholstery w/leather touch
3-dimensional SUN TRACKER® graphics on sides
All upholstery foam wrapped w/moisture-barrier
Three 26" (66.04 cm) diameter high-buoyancy multichambered pontoons w/wave deflectors, heavy-duty .100 aluminum & performance strakes
7-ply pressure-treated deck w/limited lifetime warranty
Rotomolded furniture backs & bases for resistance to the elements
Full-width heavy-duty extruded Z-bar floor supports
All-aluminum 2" (5.08 cm) Bimini top frame & support
UV-resistant vinyl upholstery & thread
2" (5.08 cm) extruded & sculpted top rails for beauty & strength
1.25" (3.18 cm) fence rails for strength & durability
External-mounted, elevated fence panels for deck drainage & ventilation
Sound- & vibration-deadening fence insulation for a quiet ride
Heavy-duty extruded rub rail w/oversized insert & corner castings
Box beam all-aluminum transom for strength, longevity
All-welded, all-aluminum extended motor pod w/built-in fuel tank
1-piece M-bracket floor support
Reinforced bow structure


Electrical
Circuit breaker protection
LED courtesy lighting throughout
Electric on-demand water pump for freshwater sink
Interstate® cranking battery w/hold-down


Interior
Full-width aft swim platform w/non-skid surface
Oversized 3-step folding boarding ladder w/large handrails for easy reboarding
Removable tournament-style ski tow pylon
Wraparound port bow lounge w/extra-deep cushions, pillowtop backs, lumbar support, headrest, lockable underseat storage, lockable arm storage & floor-level drink holder
Wraparound starboard bow lounge integrated into console w/extra-deep cushions, pillowtop backs, lumbar support, headrest, lockable underseat storage, floor drink holder, drawer & fold-down arm
Easy-access trash receptacle in starboard bow lounge back
Removable serving/game table w/soft-touch non-slip surface & molded-in drink holders (fore & aft pedestal base locations)
Starboard aft refreshment center w/sink & on-demand fresh water, food-prep area, 2 drink holders & 2 lockable storage drawers
28-oz. (.79 kg) sculptured marine-grade carpet
Reclining oversized captain's swivel helm seat w/self-leveling arms & ventilated storage pouch on back
Aft L-lounge w/extra-deep cushions, pillowtop backs, lockable underseat storage & lockable lounge-arm storage
Aft padded sundeck w/pop-up changing room, changing bench & storage
Port wheelchair-access gate


Performance
Stainless steel propeller