2005 Formula 260 Sun Sport

Tow a tube, pack a picnic for an island cookout, or pull up to your favorite waterfront restaurant—the Formula 260 Sun Sport makes a full day on the water easy to enjoy. Her spirited MerCruiser 496 MAG power brings the watersports fun, while comfortable cockpit seating, a swim platform and a cozy cuddy cabin invite you to slow down and stay awhile. From swimsuits to dinner reservations, she’s ready for whatever the day brings.

Step Aboard

Step onto the integrated swim platform, where a stainless boarding ladder makes it easy to return aboard after a swim. A transom stereo remote keeps the music within reach, and the ski tow eye hints at the watersports fun waiting beyond the dock.

Pass through the transom gate into a cockpit designed for spending time together. The U-shaped aft lounge puts guests face to face, with storage beneath the cushions to help keep the deck clear. A portside lounge offers another comfortable place to settle in, while the wet bar’s covered sink and countertop provide a convenient spot for preparing refreshments. Generous lockers and in-deck storage accommodate the gear that comes along for an island outing, and the Bimini provides welcome shade.

Moving forward, the helm and companion seating bring the captain and a guest into the conversation. The helm combines Formula’s burl-finish accents with chrome-bezel instruments, a depth sounder, compass and VHF radio. Drive trim and Bennett trim-tab controls are close at hand, along with the Clarion stereo. Molded steps lead through the opening center windshield to the foredeck for handling lines or reaching the anchor locker.

Slide open the cabin door and step below into a cozy retreat from the sun. A curved upholstered lounge surrounds a high-gloss wood table, creating a comfortable place for a snack or a quiet break. The table and filler cushion convert the space into a double berth for an overnight stay. Coordinating curtains, carpet and upholstered backrests soften the interior, while an opening hatch and portlights bring in light and ventilation. A concealed portable toilet adds convenience without taking over the cabin.

Hull and Dimensions

Specification

Detail

Model: 2005 Formula 260 Sun Sport

Hull identification number: TNRD4333K405

Hull and layout: Fiberglass deep-V hull; closed bow with cuddy cabin

Length overall: 26 ft 0 in

Beam: 8 ft 6 in

Draft: 32 in

Transom deadrise: 22 degrees

Approximate factory weight: 5,450 lb; actual equipped weight varies

Cabin headroom: 4 ft 5 in

Bridge clearance: 5 ft 0 in at light load without sport arch

Fuel capacity: 92 gallons

Freshwater capacity: 15 gallons, factory specification

Berths and toilet: Convertible double berth; concealed portable toilet

Platform and bottom: Standard integrated swim platform; bottom painted

Trailer: Not included

Engine and Drive

Specification

Detail

Engine: Single MerCruiser 496 MAG gasoline V8

Rated output: 375 hp

Engine hours: Approximately 310 indicated

Drive: Bravo III counter-rotating dual-prop stern drive

Engine serial number: 0W041050

Drive serial number: 0W261928

Transom assembly serial: 0W146312

Dimensions and tank capacities are from the 2005 factory brochure. Hours are indicated at the helm. Serial numbers are transcribed from the supplied Mercury identification record and remain subject to matching the installed equipment. The recorded transom serial may predate reported transom work.

Comparative Engine Performance

Performance figures are derived from comparable Formula 260 Sun Sport vessels equipped with the MerCruiser 496 MAG and Bravo III drive; they have not been measured on this boat. Actual results vary with load, hull condition and operating conditions.

Operating point

Comparative estimate

Cruising speed: Approximately 31–35 mph at 3,000–3,200 RPM

Cruise fuel consumption: Approximately 11–13 gallons per hour at 31–33 mph

Fast cruise: Approximately 42–45 mph at 4,000 RPM

Top speed: Approximately 51–54 mph

Cockpit and Deck Features

·     Integrated swim platform, stainless boarding ladder, transom gate and ski tow eye.

·     U-shaped aft lounge, portside lounge and twin helm and companion seating with bolsters.

·     Covered cockpit sink and faucet, countertop and adjacent storage.

·     Under-seat lockers and large in-floor storage compartment.

·     Walk-through windshield, molded foredeck access steps and stainless handrail.

·     Nonskid foredeck walkway, concealed anchor locker and stainless rails and grab handles.

·     Stainless drink holders, Bimini top and transom stereo remote.

Helm and Cabin Features

·     Chrome-bezel instruments, tachometer with hour meter, compass and depth sounder.

·     Burl-finish dashboard, tilt steering wheel, throttle/shift control and drive-trim controls.

·     Bennett hydraulic trim-tab controls, VHF radio and Clarion stereo.

·     Windshield wiper, horn, accessory switches and auxiliary 12-volt outlet.

·     Sliding cabin door, upholstered U-shaped lounge and convertible double berth.

·     High-gloss wood table, coordinating curtains, carpet, opening hatch and portlights.

·     Concealed portable toilet and cabin speakers.

Mechanical and Electrical Features

·     Powered engine-hatch lift, remote oil filter and automatic engine-room fire-suppression system.

·     Two batteries with retaining frames, battery selector switch and bilge ventilation.