New from Gulf Craft in Dubai, the Silver Craft SC33 launches in Australia with Wadley’s Marine
The SC33 from Silver Craft is a new brand from the Gulf Craft Group in Dubai, UAE. The Silver Craft range consists of 17 models from 20ft up to 47ft. The new SC33 is a recent release, boasting a host of features rarely seen before in a boat of this size.
Options are available with outboards, single inboard and twin inboard from most manufactures, or even as a hull only, making this a very versatile boat. With the advantage of possibly fitting an engine up to 600hp, this will also be very quick boat for the thrill seeker.
This boat truly stands apart in the marina, with its’ striking sleek exterior, modern design, long structural windows and large aft deck. There is space for a double seat near the bow and even plenty of room for a small table and chairs on the fore deck.
The cockpit consists of a comfortable helm seat and a large rear bench seat for your guests. With room for your fridge, bait tank, bbq, you will still have plenty of room for fishing or entertaining. Good access through the transom makes it an ideal dive boat with ample storage for dive gear below decks.
At night, the deck is lit up with the all round LED deck lights. A shower is available on the transom for washing down after a day of swimming in your bay of choice. There is also a handy electric windlass with a 6kg electric anchor, with control back to the helm. Easy and out of the way access under the rear bench seat for batteries, fuel filter and other service items keeps this boat both safe and in ship shape.
The interior is surprisingly spacious with a comfortable dining area. The table drops down to make a large double bed, ideal for overnight or weekend accommodation. To hand, there is also a small galley consisting of hot plate, fridge, microwave, sink and plenty of storage.
To complete your ease in passage, there is also a generous Head, which allows an excellent head height for taking a shower. An easy to use electric, flush toilet completes the necessities of comfortable boating. The whole bathroom affect is completed by a Corian bench top with a stainless steel bowl sink, giving it a luxurious and modern look.
Out on the ocean, the SC33 handles very well, making light work of choppy conditions. It’s an exhilarating, yet very dry ride with a comfortable helm position and excellent, all round visibility. Twin outboards with hydraulic steering makes turning a breeze, with speeds reaching up to 45kts with the 200hp. To maximise your ride, there is also the option of fitting a twin 250hp available.
This superb boat, available from Wadley’s Marine, is fitted with twin 200hp Suzuki 4 stroke motors giving a top speed of around 45 knots. It is fitted with an aluminium t-top, fridge, blue hull stripe, shore power and battery charger. It also comes with full CE CAT ‘C’ certification and US Coastguard safety standards.
Wadley’s Marine have been the dealer for Gulf Craft Boats for over a year. They have enjoyed success after releasing both the SC31 and WA31 at both the Sydney Boat Show and the prestigious Sanctuary Cove Boat Show in 2008.
Brian Wadley, the founder of Wadley’s marine is very excited about the new products coming from the Dubai factory. Having recently visited Gulf Crafts flagship range and new releases at the Dubai boat show, as well as touring the Gulf Craft factory, Brian was hugely impressed with the expansion plans coming from this esteemed boat builder.
There is a range of stock boats currently available to view at D’Albora Carbarita Marina in Sydney. Currently on display is the popular WA31, SC33 and an Ambassador 36