Formula 387 CCF (Upper Helm) Performance Test & Review: The Ultimate Luxury Center Console?

Join BoatTEST veteran saltwater fisherman Captain Dave East as we put the Formula 387 CCF through its full paces in South Florida. Blending offshore racing DNA with yacht-grade luxury, this dual-stepped hull machine features Formula’s upper helm/tower station. We look at how the extra height affects speed, fuel economy, and game-fish-spotting visibility. *Power* Triple 425-hp Mercury V10s *Top Speed* 51.3 mph *Best Cruise* 29.5 mph @ 4,500 RPM (burning 55 GPH for a 240 statute mile range with 10% reserve) *Test Weight* 27,943 lbs (Weight-to-Power: 21.9:1) *Boat Test Numbers & Captain’s Report* https://boattest.com/boats/formula/387-ccf-upper-helm-2025 *Formula Boats Official Website* https://www.formulaboats.com Explore All Formula Boats Reviews: https://boattest.com/boats/formula/387-ccf-upper-helm-2025 *CHAPTERS* 00:00 - Introduction: Formula 387 CCF with Upper Helm 01:23 - Dimensions, Weight & Upper Station Trade-offs 02:12 - Performance & Test Numbers (Top Speed, Best Cruise, Range) 03:04 - Visibility Advantage for Offshore Anglers 04:01 - Hole Shot & Acceleration Times 04:30 - Sea Trial & Ride: Double-Stepped Hull & Handling 06:56 - Seakeeper Ride Dynamic Control System 07:35 - Bow, Lewmar Windlass & Fender Storage 08:46 - Wind Armor Protection & Center Helm Layout 10:27 - Electronics, Push Buttons & Mercury Joystick / Skyhook 11:50 - Upper Station / Tower Helm Overview 13:38 - Bilge & Mechanical Systems (Sea Chest, Wiring & Pumps) 14:46 - 8.5 kW Diesel Generator & Seakeeper 4 15:36 - Shore Power, Water & Engine Flush Station 16:26 - Transom, Triple Mercury 425 V10s & Remote Trim Controls 17:32 - Captain’s Verdict & Wrap-up Direct Dealer Connection & Questions Want a direct line to dealers or have questions about pricing, availability, and build options? Visit the official model page linked above to get connected. Questions: email our team directly: editorial@boattest.com 📱 Follow Us on Social Media: 👉https://www.instagram.com/boattest_official 👉 https://www.facebook.com/boattestcom/ 👉https://twitter.com/boattest 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/boattest/ 💼 Website: https://boattest.com/ ✨ Join Our Community: 📝 BoatTEST Daily Newsletter: https://boattest.com/user/register * Thank you for watching!* 🚤 Life is Better on a Boat! ⛵️