2026 Cobalt R35 Surf 

2026 Cobalt R35 Surf 

Exterior

The largest member of the Surf Series, the R35 Surf maintains the elegantly sleek lines and innovative geometry of the series while displaying a strikingly noticeable presence. Its added room makes the R35 Surf the ideal platform for a number of exciting innovations, including Helm Watch, offering passengers access to charts and cabin controls, and a space-saving, pop-up galley that deploys at the touch of a button.

Interior

Continuing the Cobalt theme of luxury materials and unmistakable quality, the R35 Surf’s finely tailored upholstery covers an enormous amount of seating in an array of modern colors and textures from stem to stern. The ergonomic helm features dual Garmin glass cockpit touchscreens, while the passenger area offers such amenities as a stowable oversize teak table and an ingenious Freezer/Fridge combo unit that gives you both functions in one space-saving package.

Hydraulic Swim Platform

Great for water activities, the entire full-width swim platform lowers below the water hydraulically with the push of a button, offering easy access in or out of the water and into the boat.

Splash & Stow®

Enjoy this easy, convenient built-in system to manage large yacht-style inflatables and store them out of sight in a dedicated compartment—deployed and retrieved with the touch of a button.

FLIR M232 Thermal Camera

New with the R35 is a FLIR M232 Compact Pan/Tilt Marine Thermal Camera, an option that enhances your situational awareness, day or night, by revealing nearby vessels and obstacles. Similar to the forward-looking infrared radar units found on autonomous vehicles, the FLIR M232 provides 360-degree viewing while underway to enhance safety.

Cobalt Surf System

Cobalt's Surf Series seamlessly integrates Surf Gate™ with a custom-designed surf hull, all powered by Volvo Penta. Nearly all boats in the series employ traditional hard ballast tanks for wave customization. The R31, R33 and  R35 Surf models adopt a streamlined design without ballast tanks. This tailored approach ensures agility and simplicity, redefining expectations for surfing enthusiasts across the entire Surf Series.

Volvo Penta FWD

Cobalt’s Custom Wave Technology begins with the Volvo Penta FWD powertrain, uniquely engineered with forward-facing Duoprops positioned well under the boat for added safety. The counter-rotating props pull the boat through the water rather than pushing it, resulting in better bite, acceleration, and speed in a more efficient, smooth way, increasing fuel economy. Because the Forward Drive is under the boat, there’s less noise and exhaust, meaning more comfort. The adjustment of drive trim is also one of the single biggest factors to quickly adjusting a wave to your liking.

Surf Controls

Driving with the Cobalt Custom Wave Technology couldn’t be easier. Just turn on Speed control. This is the “ON and OFF” for your surf system. Select your rider profile and the system automatically configures the boat per the pre-saved profile setting—ballast, drive trim, speed, surf left or surf right. Cobalt is set up with two starter profiles: Mellow and Steep. These will give you a starting point for setting up your wave. Then when the surfer is ready, put the throttle down and the boat automatically adjusts to the profile surf settings and speed. With a touch of the surf button on the dual Garmin Glass Cockpit touchscreen, the driver can switch the surf wave from right to left, even while underway.

Surf Gate

Surf Gate™ is the dominant surf technology in the industry—and for good reason. Using high-speed hydraulic actuators, Surf Gate™ creates an endless surfable wave on either side of the boat. Just ask the pros—they’ll tell you Surf Gate™ creates the longest, highest, cleanest wave with the best push out there. Get back as far as you want or as close as you want. While several sterndrive brands have models outfitted with ballast and some form of surf mechanism, Cobalt is the only brand that has integrated the best-in-class Surf Gate™ technology with a specifically designed surf hull form and Volvo FWD powertrain to generate the world-class wave that will absolutely rival some of the best competition towboats on the market.

Surf Ballast

Your Cobalt surf boat has multiple hard ballast tanks and can have as much as 2,350 pounds of ballast. The hard ballast tanks allow you to better scale the wake and wave for all ages and ability levels. Remember that additional weight in the boat doesn’t always translate to a good surf wave. The general rule for surfing in a Cobalt is to fill all the ballast tanks in accordance with your boat loading—such as if you have two people in the boat you can fill the ballast all the way up. But if you have 10 people in the boat, perhaps you only need the ballast tanks a quarter full.Ballast tanks do not apply to the R33 Surf and R35 Surf.

Autodeploy Galley

A new way to have a galley and otherwise use the space it takes up, our pop-up AutoDeploy Galley opens at the touch of a button from beneath a solid bench seat, presenting you with a sink, microwave and optional electric grill.

Helm Watch

The new Helm Watch feature is a secondary command center that gives your guests direct access to charts and cabin controls, enabling them to see where you’re going and adjust the sound track to make the journey more interesting.

Built-In Deep Freezer/Fridge

An innovation bound to please every boater is a Built-In combination Deep Freezer/Fridge. With a capacity of 3.2 cu. ft., an adjustable temperature range from 0 to 50 degrees and a handy built-in light, it’s the perfect way to store and access ice, food or your favorite beverages.

Features May Include:

• Cobalt + Garmin
  • Harness the dependability, durability, and capability of Garmin at your helm with our feature rich, high-resolution glass cockpit. Here you'll find advanced navigation, networking and instrumentation technology combine with an intuitive interface to meet the needs of any captain. Get wider viewing angles and superior clarity on the touchscreen with full HD in-plane switching. Experience unparalleled coverage and detail with built-in Garmin Navionics+™ integrated coastal and inland mapping. With SmartMode™ everything is designed to give you quick, one-touch access to the information you need.
  • Saltwater or fresh — no matter where you take to the water, you can trust Garmin marine technology to give you an unsurpassed level of confidence at the helm.
• AutoDeploy Galley
  • A new way to have a galley and otherwise use the space it takes up, our pop-up AutoDeploy Galley opens at the touch of a button from beneath a solid bench seat, presenting you with a sink, microwave and optional electric grill
• Helm Watch
  • The new Helm Watch feature is a secondary command center that gives your guests direct access to charts and cabin controls, enabling them to see where you’re going and adjust the sound track to make the journey more interesting.
• Side Entry Door
  • Boarding has never been so effortless with Cobalt’s new side-entry door on the starboard side of the boat. The hull side door is brought to life and reinforced with an additional bulkhead. And the heavy-duty hardware ensures years of trouble-free use.
• Built-In Deep Freezer/Fridge
  • An innovation bound to please every boater is a Built-In combination Deep Freezer/Fridge. With a capacity of 3.2 cu. ft., an adjustable temperature range from 0 to 50 degrees and a handy built-in light, it’s the perfect way to store and access ice, food or your favorite beverages.
• Seakeeper
  • Introducing Seakeeper for Cobalt, the industry’s best-in-class gyroscope eliminating 95% of boat roll. Internally, a flywheel spins at speeds of up to 9,750 revolutions per minute, producing a powerful gyroscopic torque that counteracts boat roll. After initial start-up, the flywheel will reach full operational speed within 15 minutes. Then your Seakeeper can be engaged and disengaged instantly. Gone are the days of seasick guests and spilled drinks. It’s a luxury you never knew you needed but will soon learn you can’t live without.
• Wireless Phone Chargers
  • Recharge, in more ways than one. While enjoying your time on the water, securely hold and charge your phone with optional wireless phone chargers available port and starboard in the bow and stern, as well as in the cockpit.
• Harman Kardon Audio System
  • Cobalt has partnered with Harman Kardon to bring their signature sound to the water. Guests can comfortably sit next to any speaker on the boat, guaranteeing a pleasant experience from every seat.. Includes marine ruggedized components and speakers that are classic yet timeless and can handle the harshest conditions–creating a top-tier audio system like none other in the marine industry.
• Large Teak Table
  • Entertain with ease with the optional oversized 27" x 49" teak table with stainless steel support. A fully stowable, simple to use addition to all of your perfect days on the water.
• Full Beam Width Queen Mattress
  • Luxury like never before: Features an ultra-comfortable queen-sized full beam length gel memory foam mattress. The extremely plush and supportive mattress elevates relaxation on the water to new heights.
• Cabin With 22″ Smart TV
  • The large cabin accommodates both seating and a full-beam, queen-sized mattress, an optional built-in smart TV and a wealth of ultra-fast USB-C charging stations and cupholders help you anticipate your passengers’ entertainment needs.