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Discover The Herley Elite 8 and Elite 8 Captain
Introducing the Herley Elite 8 and Elite 8 Captain, the perfect choice for those who want a premium powerboat that is both easily trailable and manageable in size. These boats are the scaled down versions of our highly popular Elite 9 model, featuring our signature aft angled windshield in the Elite 8 and a traditional forward raking screen in the Elite 8 Captain, ideal for repelling water when encountering bigger waves. The Elite range is highly customizable, allowing our clients to tailor the boats to their specific needs and design requirements. Contact our dedicated and professional team today to discuss how we can create your dream Herley Elite powerboat. We offer bespoke outfitting and support to ensure your boat meets your exact specifications.
Confidence at sea
The Herley Elite 8 is a premium plate aluminium powerboat that is built to withstand the toughest conditions at sea. Its sharp entrance plumb bow provides exceptional seakeeping abilities, while its shallow deadrise stern offers stability at rest. These features instill confidence when out on the open water, ensuring a safe and comfortable ride.
Our power boats are built like small ships, featuring a class-leading strength and weight distribution that includes a forward collision bulkhead and a sealed self-draining cockpit. The Elite 8 offers an unparalleled long-range fishing platform with fuel tank options that provide ranges of over 700km. Additionally, with single and twin petrol outboard options, the Elite 8 can reach speeds of over 40 knots, while joystick-controlled precision vessel movement makes for smooth handling.
The Herley Elite 8 also boasts a luxurious finish, with bespoke outfitting options available to tailor the boat to your individual needs and design requirements. With its superior engineering, exceptional performance, and premium features, the Herley Elite 8 is the ultimate choice for discerning boaters who demand the very best.
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Full Specifications
Length overall (LOA) | 8.19m |
Load waterline (LWL) | 7.67m |
Beam | 2.5m |
Beam (WL) | 2.5m |
Draft (Hull) | 0.350m |
Displacement Dry | 2.8 tonnes |
Motors | Up to a maximum of 2 x 225hp Out Boards |
Driveline | Twin or Single outboard |
Top Speed Target | 40† |
Hull | 6mm |
Topsides | 5mm |
Decks | 4mm |
Wheelhouse | 4mm |
Internal Framing | 4mm x9 |
Longitudinal stiffeners | 6mm x8 |
Longitudinal Girders | 4mm WEB + 50×6 FB RIDERBAR x2 |
Keelson | 8mm |
Bow Rail | Aluminium |
Grab Rails | Roofline, Cockpit Mullion, Cockpit overhead |
Fender strips | Full Length Bump rail at Deck level, Quarter rail above waterline |
| Seadek Cockpit through to Cabin | |
| Optional | Seadek cockpit only |
| Optional | Optional Carpet or Vinyl in lockable wheelhouse model |
| Maxwell Tasman Drum Winch 8-8 with 10mt of 8mm SL Gal chain | |
| Optional | Lonestar GX2 Drum Winch including 90mtrs x 8mm drum warp to 10mtrs x 7mm HDG chain) |
| Optional | Lonestar GX4 Drum winch kit |
| 10kg Anchor, Anchor swivel, Bow sprit Assembly | |
| 6x X-Fold cleats | |
| Mast with Nav light , GPS antenna, VHF antenna, AM/FM antenna, base | |
| Optional | Radar Mount |
| Optional | Camera Mount |
| Zinc Transom Mount anodes | |
| Pocketed 3 step ladder | |
| Bait tank on port side, 120L tank, lights, 1600GPH pump with a glass front. | |
| Baitboard on a split board, drained bait bin under one side, tackle drawer under other, Knife and pliers cut outs. Slides and locks over centre of walkway, cupholders . | |
| Optional | Beer Rocket addition Beer Rocket Round-Cast-3/8″ NPT Drain-SST 0° x2 |
| Optional | Tuna Tube |
| Optional | Zipwake 450’s Trimtabs |
| Optional | Zipwake 300’s Trimtabs |
| Optional | Transom Door Trimtabs |
| Rod Holders 10 in rocket launcher 6 in Cockpit | |
| 2x in side Decks | |
| Lowering rocket launcher manually lowered with locking catch | |
| Optional | Starboard swim door |
| Optional | Dive door |
| Optional | Rod rack storage |
| Optional | Electric Reel Outlets x2 |
| Optional | Pot Hauler |
| Optional | Outrigger |
| 2x Captains chairs on gas risers and foot rests, with storage below in draws | |
| Aft Bench Flip seat to face forward or aft | |
| Teak table on hinges to fold into Port wheelhouse side | |
| Hand rails offset from centre running length of cabin | |
| Storage beside Helm seat, 1x storage locker 1x rod locker | |
| Optional | Sliding door to forward cabin |
| Optional | Optional Upgrade Lockable Wheel House with a pillarless bifold door and bifold window (instead of Lockable fwd cabin) |
| Optional | Optional Upgrade Diesel Heater |
| Optional | Optional Upgrade windscreen wash |
| Cooking | Portable Butane stove | |
| Benchtop | Benchtop with Stainless sink and water on pull out sliders | |
| ESKY/COOLER | ICEY-TEK 70L (55L if enclosed cabin) Long stored under seating on runners | |
| Optional | Fridgetech Elegance Range CR49 | |
| Optional | Fridgetech Isotherm Draw Fridge |
DASH | Cup Holders x3 USB 12v Dual Charging x2 Timber/Stainless Steering wheel Herley Dash construction Rocker Switches Plastimo Compass |
MFD | Garmin GPSMAP 8416XSV with G3EC maps |
Transducer | Ss175hw 1KW 25o O degree in fairing. |
Stereo | Fusion RA210, 4x Fusion Signature series 6.6” 230w classic white. Clarion Amp 4 channel |
Engine controls | TBD |
Trim Tabs | ZIPWAKE 450 |
VHF | Electronics can be owner specific |
Access | Tread stairs |
Storage | Side Shelf Upholstered storage |
Bunks | Two singles, convert to double with infill |
| Navigation lights are Hella 2nm Prt/Stbd, and Mast | |
| Hella downlights in wheel house x3 | |
| Downlights in cabin x2 | |
| Optional | Courtesy in Cockpit x2 |
| Optional | courtesy on boarding platform x2 |
| Optional | Rear Flood x2 |
| Optional | Hella APELO Blue/White underwater lights x2 |
Fuel Tank | 1x 425L approx. Filler, vent, hose, sender not included due to fuel type selection |
Underfloor storage | 3x Lockers, drained to overboard, hatch dogs, foam seal |
Bow Thruster Optional | 12v 35kgf, independent battery |
Bilge System | 2x 110GPH |
Cabinetry & Upholstery | Painted Aluminium Timber trim Lined Interior and overhead panels All squabs and liner panels in Marine Vinyl |
| Raw water jabsco Washdown kit | |
| Bait tank uses rule 1100GPH pump, light, sea cock to pick-up | |
| Fresh water tank system 90L approx. | |
| Optional | Hot Water Cylinder 12v/230v 10L |
| Optional | Galavnic isolator if you have 240V shore power system and hotwater |
| Optional | Fresh water diverter valve for deck wash |
Full Paint System | Herley Motor yacht standard, Partial fill and fair on hull |
Shore Connection | 12v – 15A – 3 Output, Marinco 16A – 230v Inlet | |
DC System | BlueSea Battery switching BlueSea DC Distribution panel and circuit breakers DC Wiring Loom House Battery and Box (Start Battery Not inc.) |
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Our vessels are outfitted with stainless fastners, polished Herley Logos and Vessel name, isolation protection and if we install the motors commissioning of the vessel. |
Glass | Forward Glass in either Aft raked or forward raked style, Live Bait Tank with glass window. Choice of either an open wheel house, or enclosed with a pillarless bifold door and bifold window in front of the reversable seat. Optional side sliding windows. |
Hatches | Large forward hatch and two wheelhouse roof hatches. |
| Optional | Electric toilet under forward squab |
| Optional | Enclosed head to starboard behind bulkhead |
Cockpit
Experience ultimate comfort and relaxation in the cockpit of the Herley Elite 8 power boat. This luxury vessel is designed to provide an exceptional cruising and overnighting experience, featuring a slide-out galley with hot and cold water, a gas hob, and a stone counter top. Enjoy the convenience of a slide-out Icey Teck cooler, a hot and cold transom shower, and an optional private forward electric head. The Herley Elite 8 also boasts unparalleled fishability with its unique Herley Bait board, complete with cupholders, rod holders, tackle draw, defrost bin, and ample cutting room. The bait tank is located on the port side, featuring a slosh divider, light, and viewing window, while the Plastek tackle draw can be found on the starboard side. At Herley Boats, we use only the finest premium hardware throughout our Elite range, ensuring durability and longevity at sea.
Interior
Introducing the luxurious interior finish of the Herley Elite 8 and Elite 8 Captain – a perfect blend of functionality and elegance. You have the option to choose between an open or enclosed wheelhouse or a lockable forward cabin. Every inch of the interior has been built and designed to the highest standards to ensure maximum comfort and relaxation. The helm area features custom bucket seats on air ride adjustable pedestals, with a rear two-person bench seat that can flip to face forward or aft, complete with comfortable arm and foot rests. The fold-out teak table allows for indoor dining. The helm itself is reminiscent of classic American game fishing boats, trimmed in highly polished timber, with soft head and side liners framing large, opening side windows and front windscreen. Storage has been a key consideration in the design of the Herley Elite 8, with ample options for lockable storage cubbies in the side pockets, designated rod storage, and slide-out storage under the captain and co-pilot seats, and under the floor. You will feel right at home in the Herley Elite 8 with its premium and functional finish, providing a sense of confidence and luxury at sea.
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†Maximum speeds will vary depending on cleanliness of hull, condition of props and shaft, loading of craft, water and air temperatures, sea conditions and other factors. Speed estimates are therefore given in good faith but without warranty or liability on the part of Herley Boats Limited.
