![]() That’s how we get three times the range of conventional electric boats, even with a smaller battery pack, says Mikael Mahlberg, Communications manager at Candela speedboat. The only way to achieve a decent range with batteries is to use hydrofoils. Founded in 2014, Candela has rapidly positioned itself as one of the top boat builders after introducing the worlds first electric hydrofoil boat, the C-7.In 2020, the companys C-7 became the. –The key to long electric range in boats is to reduce the friction from the water. By comparison, conventional non-foiling boat of the same size uses 6 kWh per nautical mile. In a silent cruising speed of 20 knots, the Seven draws 0,8 to 0,9 kWh per nautical mile from its 40 kWh battery pack. The video also demonstrates Candela’s efficiency and long range. In the video, the Candela barely quivers as the driver repeatedly zigzags through big waves from a cruise ship. Much like in a jet fighter, Candela Seven’s sensors and on-board computers ensure a rock steady ride in virtually all conditions. In the video, the driver performs a 37-minute electric run in the Stockholm archipelago. This gives an unprecedented electric range of 92 km (50 nautical miles) in 20 knots, three times the range of any other electric boat and on par with combustion engine boats.īut the wings also give Candela Seven jet fighter-like performance. Thanks to wings under the hull, the Candela Seven flies above the surface which reduces energy consumption by 80 percent compared to planing boats. To showcase the unique performance of their electric boat, Swedish hydrofoil maker Candela Speedboat posted a virtual test drive video of the company’s first model, the 25 foot Candela Seven. Let's start with three shorter, promotional videos before we jump to the full-length demonstrations:Ī virtual test ride in the first flying electric boat That’s how we get three times the range of conventional electric boats, even with a smaller battery pack, says Mikael Mahlberg, Communications manager at Candela speedboat." The only way to achieve a decent range with batteries is to use hydrofoils. ![]() ![]() "–The key to long electric range in boats is to reduce the friction from the water. In the video, the Candela barely quivers as the driver repeatedly zigzags through big waves from a cruise ship." "Much like in a jet fighter, Candela Seven’s sensors and on-board computers ensure a rock steady ride in virtually all conditions. The special feature of the hydrofoil boats is their smooth ride above the waves. That's a great result compared to planing boats, which consume a lot more energy (up to 80%, according to Candela). This "flying electric boat" has a range of 92 km/57 miles (50 nautical miles) at 20 knots (37 km/h / 23 mph), having a battery of 40 kWh.
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