Aug 12, 2021
Collingwood, ON hq’d Limestone Boat Company – owner and builder of Aquasport Boats, Limestone Boats and Boca Bay Boats – recently announced a new flagship model for Aquasport, and delivery of the first Limestone production boat.
The Aquasport 3000CC center console is the largest model to date, becoming the latest flagship. It will make its official debut this summer and be available for order with shipments commencing this fall.
“The new model showcases a flared bow and deep freeboard that Aquasport’s saltwater models are known for, all on a beautifully-running hull for an incredible ride and performance,” said Limestone Boat Company Limited CEO Scott Hanson.
There’s a spacious head, large console for electronics and customization, a vast bow area with comfortable seating, and storage throughout. The large coffin box storage compartment forward is perfect for ice or gear, tackle and tool storage are in the leaning post, and a powder-coated T-top are just some of the noticeable features this AQ3000CC offers. It’s powered with standard twin 300 HP engines, with upgrade options including twin 350’s and an additional long-range fuel tank.
Aquasport has also launched a brand new, consumer friendly website for the brand.
the first production L-200CC
Limestone Boats has delivered its first production model, the L-200CC center console late last month with weekly shipments going forward. Shipments of the revitalized L-290CD, L-250R and L-200R are also scheduled to commence through the 4th Quarter, with the L-270CD following in late Q1 2022.
As well, The Limestone Boat Company is currently working on and engineering the integration of EV outboard power options for initial debut on the Aquasport 2100CC center console and 2100 Deck Boat for testing late summer, and the Limestone L-250R runabout in Q4 through their partnership with Vision Marine Technologies.
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