Research Fountain Boats 48 Express Cruiser Boat

~ Luxury Meets Performance
The 48EC has changed the way cruising is defined. Never before has such unbridled performance been combined with so much luxury. Boating magazine selected it as “Boat of the Year”, out of more than 200 boats tested. It set a world record from Key West, FL, to Cancun, Mexico, running 405 miles in 8 hours and 36 minutes.

So, how does this translate to your world? Those once unheard of long distance ports of call are now within reach, and in record time. Fuel economy is also the 48’s strong suit: With triple 440HP diesels cruise at 50 mph at an astonishing 1-plus mpg and reach top end speeds approaching 60 plus mph. The boat’s 12’ beam provides the perfect combination of a smooth ride and a stable platform with more space than any boat in its class.

Other features include:

* 6' 5" of headroom in the cabin, plus a forward stateroom and aft- cabin sleeper both with attached heads and showers
* A full galley and kitchen area
* A spacious lounge area, with seating for four or more

Topside, this boat is the ultimate for entertaining with its:

* U-shaped seating, large sun pad and stowage underneath
* Rear bench seat and lounge seat that converts to extend your sun pad with the push of a button
* Full wet bar
* Extended swim platform

You’ll also see an increasing number of 48’s on the poker run circuit! Poker runners worldwide are realizing that they don’t need to sacrifice comfort for speed. Fountain's pad keel and unique Generation III Positive Lift hull design provides smooth efficient running in all types of water conditions. It planes quickly with a range of well over 400 miles at a 50-mph cruise. Looking for the ultimate blend of performance and luxury? The 48 EC fits the bill.
Draft: 3 ft. 10 in.
Beam: 12 ft. 0 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 470
Consumption max: 558
Standard features:
HARDWARE

Cleats- (2) "pop-up" stern, (4) midship, (2) forward
Bowrail
Side mount arch grab rail
Rubrail with stainless steel insert
Custom polished stainless steel anchor with chrome windlass and storage locker
Dockside water pressure inlet with regulator
Dockside waste pump-out fittings
Stainless steel thru-hull fittings
Swim platform with ladder
Windshield, full frame wrap around


ENGINE COMPARTMENT & BILGE

Triple Yanmar 6LY2A-STP's with Arneson surface piercing drives, trim indicators and stainless steel propellers
Trim tabs-heavy duty with indicators
7.6 kW Diesel generator w/instrument panel and sound enclosure
Heavy duty adjustable engine mounts with vibration isolators
Fuel filters for engines and generator
Power assist hydraulic steering system with dual pumps
Coolant recovery system for engines and generator
Sea Strainers-stainless steel
Stainless steel exhaust system w/silencers
Automatic bilge pumps-(4) engine room (2) forward
Engine room diaphragm keel pumps (2)
Shower sump pumps forward (2)
Automatic pressurized fresh water system
Bow thruster
Carbon Monoxide detector
Anchor and windlass
Navigation lights
Flush mount stainless steel electric horns
High speed flush mount compass with light
Engine room bilge water monitor
Visual and audible engine alarm system
Quarter turn seavalves on below waterline thru-hulls


SALON AND GALLEY

L-shaped sofa with seating for 4
Cherry table in cabin
Removable table
Air conditioning w/reverse cycle heating, digital control and integrated air vents
LCD 17" TV with surround sound and subwoofer, stereo with DVD & CD player
Carpeting and suspended vinyl headliner
Pleated draperies
Cherry framed mirror
Stainless steel port lights with screen
Designer switches and receptacles
Telephone outlet
Master and Guest Heads
High gloss fiberglass finish shower
Fluorescent task lighting
Low voltage overhead lighting with toe kick accent lights
Corian galley countertop with polished stainless sink and chrome faucet
Dish and storage lockers, silverware storage
Overhead hatches
Under counter pantry storage
Microwave oven
Refrigerator/Freezer upright, 120/12 volt
Two burner glass top electric stove
Medicine cabinet with mirror and storage
VacuFlush marine toilet systems with tank monitor
Exhaust fans in heads
Stainless sink with storage cabinet below


COCKPIT

Hard Top with courtesy lights, VHF antenna and omnidirectional TV antenna
Canvas, front, side and aft enclosure
Removable cockpit carpet
Wet bar with sink, faucet and icemaker
Storage below wet bar and seats
Lazarette storage locker for fenders and lines
U shaped lounge with Removable table
Rear lounge seat converts to sundeck with electric/hydraulic actuator
Engine hatch with electric/hydraulic actuator and electrically raised storage area for table
Integrated engine air vents
Air conditioning
Courtesy lighting
Custom locking cabin entry way
Transom shower with hot and cold faucet
Transom walk through door to swim platform
Seating for 8-10
Recessed aluminum cup holders
Diamond plate center floorboard in engine compartment
High density foil backed insulation for soundproofing
Water heater-20 gal stainless steel
Twin VacuFlush 18 gal waste tanks
12 volt vapor-proof lighting and 120V AC weather proof receptacle


LIGHTING AND ELECTRICAL

Main electrical distribution panel with magnetic type circuit breakers for 120/240 VAC and 12VDC, generator remote, volt-amp digital gauges, fresh water tank gauge
DC Battery panel with engine and generator disconnect switches
Battery parallel system
Four heavy duty marine batteries with custom cast hold down brackets
Battery charger, automatic 50 Amp
Sealed 4D battery with separate charger for windlass and bow thruster
Bonding system with zinc anode protection
50 Amp 120/240 Volt AC shore inlet
Cable TV-Telephone inlet
50 foot, 50 Amp shoreline cord
Reverse polarity indicator
U.L. listed pre-tinned boat cable
120VAC GFCI protected receptacles
12VDC lighting with 120VAC galley light
Galvanic Isolator
Shorepower, AC / Heat 120V
Generator, 5.0 gas or 5KW diesel


SAFETY AND NAVIGATION

Automatic fire extinguishing system in engine room with dash monitor-diesel models have automatic engine and generator shutdown
Patterned nonskid safety foredeck walkway
Safety and Operational Manual


FORWARD MASTER STATEROOM

Carpeting and vinyl headliner
Upholstered valances with accent lighting
Queen mattress with comforter and pillows
Mirror headboard with reading lights
Padded hullsides and aft bulkheads
15" LCD TV with stereo, CD & DVD player
Overhead hatch with screen
Telephone outlet
Air conditioning w/reverse cycle heating and digital control
Dresser and cedar lined hanging locker with light


AFT GUEST CABIN

Carpeting and vinyl headliner
Double size berth with comforter and pillows
Padded headboard with reading lights
10" LCD TV with DVD player
Ducted air conditioning/heating
Cedar lined locker


MASTER AND GUEST HEADS

High gloss fiberglass finish stand up shower
Medicine cabinet with mirror and storage
VacuFlush marine toilet w/tank monitor
Stainless steel portlight with screen
Exhaust fan
Overhead and mirror lighting
Stainless sink with storage cabinet below


CONTROL STATION

Fountain custom layout dash with full engine instrumentation, drive and trim tab indicators, throttles with drive trim switch on handle, tab and drive switches on dash, GPS speedometer, hour meters, fuel gauges (3) with low fuel warning lights, audible and visual engine alarm system, digital depth gauge, neutral safety lockout, systems switch panel, windlass remote control
Electronics area
Stereo/CD with 4 speakers
VHF Radio with antenna mount
Bolster, electric side by side at helm
12 volt power outlet
High speed compass with light
Power steering with 12" padded stainless steel steering wheel

Compass; Stove; Stereo; Shore power; Gps loran; Fridge; Shower; Camper canvas; Swim platform;