Winnebago Industries Showcases New Innovations from Barletta and Chris-Craft at the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show
Barletta LUSSO 25 twin engine series.
Chris-Craft Catalina 28.
PHOTOS COURTESY OF BARLETTA AND CHRIS-CRAFT
At the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in October 2023, Winnebago Industries debuted the industry’s first and only center-mounted twin-engine pontoon boat from Barletta Pontoons, and the new Catalina 28 from Chris-Craft.
“At Winnebago Industries, our brands are unique in their legacy, but united in their commitment to customer-centered innovation,” says Amber Holm, Winnebago Industries’ chief marketing officer. “Barletta and Chris-Craft continue to move the marine industry forward with new models and features and are driven to create extraordinary experiences for their customers. We are excited for the boating world to see this innovation on display in Fort Lauderdale.”
Barletta’s new patent-pending twin engine series for the 2024 model year is available on Lusso 25 models, with the two engines mounted in the center of the transom, allowing for improved performance and functionality, providing an unparalleled smooth and powerful ride while creating a safe and usable space at the stern of the boat. Initially, Barletta will offer engines in 350 and 400 horsepower options, with the functional aft deck including two pet-friendly, wide-step boarding ladders for a safer and more accessible path for entering and exiting the water.
Chris-Craft’s Catalina 28 is no exception from the company’s history of unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless design. The Catalina 28 provides boaters with an effortless way to get out on the water, with a customer-centered design that results in a roomier interior with spacious forward and aft social zones, and Chris-Craft’s signature fold-away seating with pop-up backrests aft.
On the exterior, the Catalina 28 sports sleek, stylish lines, and is powered by twin 300 hp Mercury V8 Verado engines for speeds exceeding 55 mph. This model comes standard with Seakeeper Ride to enhance the boat’s handling and performance, and an optional Seakeeper 1 gyro will keep the boat steady while at rest. Joystick piloting and Mercury’s electric steering system are standard for effortless confidence and control.
To learn more about the new Lusso 25 twin engine offering and the Catalina 28, visit barlettapontoonboats.com and chriscraft.com.
