I like my new 350 SS but I have been thinking lately about a hardtop boat and the 400 SS is looking nice.

I am getting really good using the Axius and would not want to dock without it but I see this boat can have bow thrusters which is what I would get if Axius is not available. Anyone know if Axius is an option for any of the motors on the 400?

Also, I see the top speed of 60 and I am thinking that is with the Merc 525's?

Does anyone have any comments on this engine package?

Was looking at Sea-ray as an alternative but man are those boats slow.

My brother has a 400SS with 500 EFIs. Boats on fresh water lakes here in the southwest, top spped he has seen is about 56. That is before adding the jet ski and lift on the back of it. I think he lost over 5 MPH with the jet ski and lift.

Back cover of MotorBoating has the 40SS hardtop pictured and it has the Axius emblem pictured so I would say "yes" Axius is available on the 40 SS

Thats good news. Thanks

Does he have the hardtop as well?

No he does not. I would assume that would account for a few MPH due to weight, but not more than 2 or 3.

We have an 09 400SS Hardtop w/Axius in stock. Boat has 425hp mercs and the new Mystic Slate Flagship paint scheme.......

In my opinion the 40 is too heavy for bravos, XR's or 3's. The pkg to ask for is the 525 NXT PKG. I think it is now available.

Yeah these motors work on the 350 SS but I would think they would not be sufficient for the larger 400. Formulas website claims 60 Mph speed but didnt mention what engine package.

With the NXT drives, the price has to be knee buckling.