Human obsession with speed goes back to the time when man first invented the wheel. Humans have been known to have a love for speeding since time immortal. In ancient times, chariot racing was a popular sport in ancient Roman and Greek civilizations. Today, the human quest for speed and thrill has resulted in several speed boats that can literally set the waterbed scorching with their speeds. Read on to know more about the fastest motor boat speeds attainted by the most advanced water vehicles. Gone are the days when speed boating was considered a dangerous sport for the elite. The 21st century has seen some of the fastest boats in the world. Most modern-day speed boats can travel at speeds of 100 MPH while some speed boats have even recorded speeds of more than 170 MPH. Wondering what is the fastest boat in the world? Unbelievably, the Guinness World Record for the fastest boat in the world is held by the jet-powered hydroplane Spirit of Australia which reached an estimated speed of 344.86 MPH.
With so many awesome speed machines available, it is becoming increasingly easy to indulge in the ultimate adrenaline overdrive by sailing over waters. Cross the 100 MPH mark and enjoy the fastest boats in the world!
Checkout the top fastest speed boats below.
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Are you wearing a matching outfit today? More than likely. You see, everyone wants to be matching, but what about a supercar and a matching superboat? Sure! Why not? Previously For sale on duPont REGISTRY, this very special duo: a 2016 Lamborghini Aventador SV Roadster and a 2017 Marine Technologies “MTI” 52′ G6 Super Veloce. This one-of-a-kind pair was custom built for the current owner. The TV show ” The Secret Lives of the Super Rich” featured the pair and revealed that it took over two years them and cost over $2.35 million. The Aventador SV Roadster comes with a high window sticker and a long list of options. Its exterior is painted in a rare Verde Singh with a Nero Cosmos Alcantara interior. A set of custom PUR center lock wheels, Kreissieg exhaust with remote control muffler option, a full carbon fiber package, branding package, and X-Frame and T-engine in carbon fiber are just a few of the highlights found in this Lamborghini. As for the boat, it spent nearly two years in production, and is one of the fastest and most advanced performance boats in the world. In fact, it will run over 180 mph! A full, 100% carbon fiber hull and deck help lighten the boat’s weight and make it more rigid than ever before. Powering the performance boat is an incredible Mercury racing 1350/1550 hp engine with Mercruiser #8 Outdrivers. Along with the boat comes a custom trailer. Interested in picking the pair up? The Aventador SV Roadster was selling for $649,000, while the boat and trailer had a price tag of $1.4 million. However, the pair could be bought together for a special price of $1,999,999.
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Are you wearing a matching outfit today? More than likely. You see, everyone wants to be matching, but what about a supercar and a matching superboat? Sure! Why not? Previously For sale on duPont REGISTRY, this very special duo: a 2016 Lamborghini Aventador SV Roadster and a 2017 Marine Technologies “MTI” 52′ G6 Super Veloce. This one-of-a-kind pair was custom built for the current owner. The TV show ” The Secret Lives of the Super Rich” featured the pair and revealed that it took over two years them and cost over $2.35 million. The Aventador SV Roadster comes with a high window sticker and a long list of options. Its exterior is painted in a rare Verde Singh with a Nero Cosmos Alcantara interior. A set of custom PUR center lock wheels, Kreissieg exhaust with remote control muffler option, a full carbon fiber package, branding package, and X-Frame and T-engine in carbon fiber are just a few of the highlights found in this Lamborghini. As for the boat, it spent nearly two years in production, and is one of the fastest and most advanced performance boats in the world. In fact, it will run over 180 mph! A full, 100% carbon fiber hull and deck help lighten the boat’s weight and make it more rigid than ever before. Powering the performance boat is an incredible Mercury racing 1350/1550 hp engine with Mercruiser #8 Outdrivers. Along with the boat comes a custom trailer. Interested in picking the pair up? The Aventador SV Roadster was selling for $649,000, while the boat and trailer had a price tag of $1.4 million. However, the pair could be bought together for a special price of $1,999,999.
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CIGARETTE RACING TEAM 50 AMG GTS, MAX SPEED – 135 MPH
The cigarette racing team’s 50 AMG GTS slim and long cigarette shaped 50 AMG GTS is an incredibly powerful speedboat. It is considered to be one of the fastest electric speed boats in the world. It is powered by a 2200 HP AMG electric engine which also drives the SLS AMG Coupe Electric Drive – the world’s most powerful and fastest electric car. This super fast electric speed boat is fitted with a lithium-ion battery containing 3,456 lithium-ion cells. The efficient battery pack can store power at 400 volts offering maximum driving current of about 6,000 amperes. This dashing speedboat has two chargers providing a total charging rate of 44 kW and just takes a meager seven hours for a full charge.
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OUTERLIMITS SV-52, MAX SPEED – 100 MPH
Outerlimits power boats are offering a wide range of speed power boats. Their faster boat category includes the SV-50, SV-52, SL-44, SL-52 and even catamarans like the 43CAT and 48CAT. The SV-52 is one of their fastest speed boats. It has been designed especially for superior high-speed performances and is known for its steady ride and soft landing even in rough and choppy waters. The cockpit boasts of dual helm controls, a standard GPS chart plotter. They even offer both open as well as swim platform models. Most models also have a half cabin for easy storage of extra equipment or much-needed protection from the sun and the sea. At 52 feet, this long beauty is known to easily record 100 MPH plus speeds in even adverse conditions. It has a fuel capacity of 250 gallons and can easily accommodate up to four people in it.
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SOUTH BAY 925CR, MAX SPEED – 114 MPH
The South Bay 925 CR is unbelievable the worlds’ fastest pontoon. If a pontoon can travel at speeds of more than 110 MPH, its only the South Bay 925 CR. In fact, when Brad Rowland’s South Bay 925 CR recorded a speed of 114 MPH, it was a new world record! It is fitted with superior Garmin GPS navigation. With a length of 27 feet and a beam of 8 feet, it is perfect for someone who doesn’t want a very large speed boat. The standard equipment found on the South Bay 925CR are Manual Sport Arch, 4-speaker Bluetooth stereo, interior, and exterior LED light. If you are in the mood to create a perfect party ambiance you can even choose to opt for underwater LED lights.
FOUNTAIN 47 LIGHTNING, MAX SPEED – 115 MPH
As the name suggests the Fountain 47 Lightning, is definitely lightning fast. The Fountain 47 Lightning is able to go as fast as 115 MPH. It’s decently sized at 47 feet and has a seating capacity of four to six people depending on the model you choose. It owes it’s super-fast speed to the twin Mercury Racing 1,075 HP engines. It is known as the cruiser boat that can go anyplace at any time. The fuel tank capacity is 340 gallons and it also has a Fuel Vapour Detection system. The standard features on the Fountain 47 Lightning include a Garmin GPS, LED push-button switches on the navigation dashboard, and Vessel view instrumentation. The cockpit is equipped with LED cockpit lights, motorized hatches and bolster seats with electric drop-downmechanism. What more can you ask for?
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NOR-TECH 5200 ROADSTER, MAX SPEED – 150 MPH
The Nor-Tech 5200 Roadster is a large boat with seating capacity for up to 10 people. Depending on the type of engine fitted, the 5200 Roadster can clock speeds of over 150 MPH. With a 400-gallon fuel tank, the 5200 Roadster has 5400 HP engines, making it one of the most powerful boats in the water. Along with offering unmatchable speeds, the Roadster is also the ultimate in luxury boating. It features a padded sun lounge, swimming platform with boarding ladder and also video monitors. The Roadster is also equipped with a state-of-the-art music system and aft facing seats with coolers. Nor-Tech can also offer a wide range of configurations to suit our engine requirements.
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Would you believe that the Spirit of Australia which holds the World Record of clocking a speed of 317.6 MPH in was designed and built by Ken Warby in his backyard? The wooden speed boat ran on Westinghouse J34 jet engines which are also used for aircraft and fighter jets. The Spirit of Australia is on permanent display at the Australian National Maritime Museum. Though several people have tried to break Warby’s world water speed record, none have succeeded. Warby also went on to build the Aussie Spirit as a successor to the Spirit of Australia. This image is for Spirit of Australia 2 (SoA2), not Spirit of Australia, the current record holder. SOA2 is a new boat made by the son of Ken Warby, who is aiming for 550km/h.
SKATER 46 PLEASURE, MAX SPEED – 175 MPH
The Skater 46 Pleasure is a high speed and power boat. As believed by the company Skater, it is truly the “Rolls Royce of power boats.” The Skater 46 Pleasure is fitted with twin Teague Custom engines of 1500 HP each giving a total power of 3000 HP. The Skater comes with dual fuel tanks with a maximum capacity of 1,000 gallons. It is can easily cruise at more than 100 MPh for long hours and is designed for soft landings in rough waters. With maximum speeds of approximately 175 MPH, the Skater 46 Pleasure is one of the fastest motor boats available today. Most boats also feature a complete stereo system and air-conditioning. Its spacious design can seat even five people. Its unique design lets you enjoy the speed thrill and also lets you sit back and enjoy the joy-ride.
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The Skater 46 Pleasure is a high speed and power boat. As believed by the company Skater, it is truly the “Rolls Royce of power boats.” The Skater 46 Pleasure is fitted with twin Teague Custom engines of 1500 HP each giving a total power of 3000 HP. The Skater comes with dual fuel tanks with a maximum capacity of 1,000 gallons. It is can easily cruise at more than 100 MPh for long hours and is designed for soft landings in rough waters. With maximum speeds of approximately 175 MPH, the Skater 46 Pleasure is one of the fastest motor boats available today. Most boats also feature a complete stereo system and air-conditioning. Its spacious design can seat even five people. Its unique design lets you enjoy the speed thrill and also lets you sit back and enjoy the joy-ride.
MYSTIC POWERBOATS C5000 TURBINE, MAX SPEED – 250 MPH
The Mystic Powerboats C5000 Turbine is manufactured by Florida based Mystic Powerboats. Powered by two 1850 HP engines it has a total engine power of 3700 HP and can easily reach cruising speeds of 150 MPH. The C5000 is considered to be one of the most powerful speedboats in the world today. The highest recorded speed of the C5000 is 250 MPH. The powerful C5000 beast runs on diesel. With a fuel tank capacity of 600 gallons, it has even recorded 15 engine hours. The C5000 is almost 50 feet long. It comes equipped with electronic equipment like Log-speedometer, Plotter, Navigation center and GPS. Some of the extra features for enjoying your joy-ride are radio, CD player, and cockpit speakers. It also has a road trailer and launching trailer for ease of movement on land. This super-fast catamaran also offers cockpit air-conditioning. The Mystic Powerboats also offers C4400 and C3800 models.
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The Mystic Powerboats C5000 Turbine is manufactured by Florida based Mystic Powerboats. Powered by two 1850 HP engines it has a total engine power of 3700 HP and can easily reach cruising speeds of 150 MPH. The C5000 is considered to be one of the most powerful speedboats in the world today. The highest recorded speed of the C5000 is 250 MPH. The powerful C5000 beast runs on diesel. With a fuel tank capacity of 600 gallons, it has even recorded 15 engine hours. The C5000 is almost 50 feet long. It comes equipped with electronic equipment like Log-speedometer, Plotter, Navigation center and GPS. Some of the extra features for enjoying your joy-ride are radio, CD player, and cockpit speakers. It also has a road trailer and launching trailer for ease of movement on land. This super-fast catamaran also offers cockpit air-conditioning. The Mystic Powerboats also offers C4400 and C3800 models.
PROBLEM CHILD, MAX SPEED – 262 MPH
The Problem Child is the world’s fastest nitro drag boat. Ironically it gets its name due to its super-fast speed capacity. With a super-powerful 8000 HP engine Eddie Knox’s Problem Child is the fastest drag boat in the world. How fast can the fastest boat in the world run? It can reach speeds up to 262 MPH in just 3.5 seconds. Incredible, isn’t it? The Problem Child is the ultimate speed machine on water. This amazing speed monster literally seems to fly over water. With a speed crossing over 250 MPH, this incredibly fast drag boat is known to leave behind a wall of water as it speeds through it.
BLUEBIRD K7, MAX SPEED – 276 MPH
One of the oldest and fastest hydroplanes of the 20th century, the Bluebird K7 is considered to be one of the pioneers in the field of speedboats. Donald Campbell held the records of the fastest water speeds in the 1950s and 1960s in this amazing hydroplane. He set seven-speed records between July 1955 and December 1964. Unbelievably, the Bluebird K7 managed to record 276 MPH way back in 1964. Unfortunately, Campbell lost his life in 1967 while attempting to record a speed of 300 MPH. The wreckage of the Bluebird was recovered between October’2000 and May’2001. Campbell’s daughter has formally gifted the Bluebird’s recovered wreckage to the Ruskin Museum. It is believed that the Bluebird Project is undertaking trials for the return of Bluebird K7 to Scottish waters once again.
SPIRIT OF AUSTRALIA, MAX SPEED – 317 MPH
Would you believe that the Spirit of Australia which holds the World Record of clocking a speed of 317.6 MPH in was designed and built by Ken Warby in his backyard? The wooden speed boat ran on Westinghouse J34 jet engines which are also used for aircraft and fighter jets. The Spirit of Australia is on permanent display at the Australian National Maritime Museum. Though several people have tried to break Warby’s world water speed record, none have succeeded. Warby also went on to build the Aussie Spirit as a successor to the Spirit of Australia. This image is for Spirit of Australia 2 (SoA2), not Spirit of Australia, the current record holder. SOA2 is a new boat made by the son of Ken Warby, who is aiming for 550km/h.
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If you've always wanted to combine your passion for Corvettes and speed boats, here's to hoping you have $1.7 (€1.26) million to spare. Built by Marine Technology Incorporated, this ZR1-inspired boat is constructed from carbon fiber and features lighting units from the legendary sports car. Elsewhere, there are gull wing doors, an electric sliding rear window and two turbocharged Mercury Racing engines that develop 1350 hp (1007 kW / 1369 PS). Inside, the cabin has a full Corvette interior with an original steering wheel, instrument cluster and gear knob. Other highlights include leather seats, LED accent lighting and an 8000 watt audio system. Since the boat is too big for most roads, it includes a custom trailer to haul it around. However, it looks like you'll have to find your own big rig to tow it.