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April 2017 | Boating Industry | 39 [ 2017 Miami ] www.BoatingIndustry.com SCOUT ARTICULATING ROCKET LAUNCHER Scout displayed its new articulating rocket launcher (that can also work in conjunction with its Sure Shade retractable awning feature) on several vessels, including the new 380 LXF. With the touch of a button, a customer can electronically raise or lower the hardtop mounted rocket launchers. When the Sure Shade retractable awning is engaged, the rocket launchers will also engage electronically and lower in case the customer forgets to lower them on his/her own. scoutboats.com ILMOR MV8 7.4L OPS STERNDRIVE ENGINE Ilmor Marine previewed its new MV8 7.4L OPS recreational sterndrive engine. Paired with the company's "One Drive" sterndrive system, Ilmor has created a 480+ HP powertrain solution for the recreational bowrider and cruiser markets, available in single and twin drive confi gurations. The engine is based off Ilmor's 7.4L powerplant, which has been offered in the company's inboard portfolio since 2011. The central dif- ferentiator of the "One Drive" propulsion system is the electro- magnetically actuated hydraulic clutch transmission, the source of Ilmor's "smooth shift" experience. ilmor.com BOSTON WHALER 380 OUTRAGE Boston Whaler introduced the new 380 Outrage, built for offshore runs or social gatherings. For entertaining, the optional summer kitchen includes a grill and refrigerator/freezer, plus storage for snacks and essentials. The air-conditioned cabin with a convertible settee/V-berth provides a place to duck out of the elements, enjoy a meal or stay overnight. For anglers, fi shing features include the standard 60-gallon transom livewell, the leaning post, an integrated hardtop with rod holders and large in-fl oor fi sh. An Upper Station with advanced helm is an available option. bostonwhaler.com ROBALO R317 Coming in at 31 feet long, the R317 is the largest boat in the company's lineup. The R317 is a multi-purpose dual console boat with features for both the angler and the family. Unique to the R317 is the Vista-View powered aft lounge seat and full walk around swim platform. Dual back-to-back headrests electrically activate in either direction to created seating/lounging options. The open concept seating gives way to dual double-wide helm seats. Forward of that there is a large L-shaped bow area that conceals the entry to the head compartment. The R317 also features a sleeping cabin port, port-side entry door, livewell, fi sh boxes and abundant storage throughout the entire boat. robalo.com