Candela C-7
The first of its kind
In 2019, we introduced the Candela C-7 to prove that the future of boats depends on electric propulsion and actively stabilized hydrofoiling. Winning numerous awards, gaining great customer feedback, an making an international sales record, the C-7 surpassed our expectations. Now available only in limited numbers pre-owned, the C-7 is an icon among electric boats, that has inspired customers and competitors alike, worldwide.
Build
Efficiency and lightness
With experience from fighter jet technology and airplane design, we have designed Candela C-7 to be extremely light, while still rigid and strong. The hull is made of vacuum-infused carbon fiber, which allows the Candela C-7 to weigh significantly less than similar boats.
Experience
Thrilling to drive
Once you have experienced C-7, it is hard to go back to a traditional petrol boat.
The driving experience and comfort were the prime focus areas when engineering the C-7, offering a quiet, smooth, and safe yet exciting ride. The computer-assisted trim makes driving as easy as holding the steering wheel, even in side-wind and rough weather.
C-7 is connected to the cloud, allowing for over-the-air updates and remote service to continuously optimize efficiency and performance.
Range
3 x the range of other electric boats
Candela C-7 has a range of 50 nautical miles per charge traveling at 22 knots. The achieved range is about 3 times longer than the best electric boats currently on the market, except for the Candela C-8.
Video
See our boats in action
Hydrofoiling is not only great for the environment, but it also looks great on video. We think that except for test driving, the best way to experience our boats is through video.
Candela C-8’s maiden flight
C-7 Sunbed edition in Italy
Foiling Double Up
Candela C-7 | Formation Flying
World’s first electric hydrofoiling boat flying in San Francisco | Candela C-7
Virtual Test Drive
Foiling in high waves
C-7 vs regular boats
Versatility
Fully retractable for shallow water
The foils and propulsion unit are retractable for trailing, storage and shallow water operation.
Tech
Propulsion unit
Early in the development of the Candela C-7, we realized that there was no drive train that could match the efficiency of our hydrofoil system.
Our proprietary, streamlined propulsion unit is one of many innovations that were needed to realize the C-7.
Avionics
C-7’s digital Flight controller uses ultrasonic sensors, gyros, accelerometers and gps to measure the position, speed and acceleration of the boat. The foils are automatically adjusted 100 times per second to ensure a smooth and safe ride.
The result is a sheltered experience for the passengers and a thrilling drive, even in strong winds and waves.
Foil system
Hydrofoils reduce friction, enable long electric range and offer a completely different experience from conventional boats.
Hydrofoils can be designed in different ways with varying efficiencies and behaviour. We have adopted the most efficient and precise solution possible – fully submerged foils, stabilized by computer power.
Config
Sunbed
Aft sofa replaced by a sunbed, with an adjustable back-rest
Teak Deck
Teak covering the full deck, bow step, swim platforms and part of the freeboard for side entry.
Courtesy Lighting
12 courtesy lights placed around the interior of the boat. Dimmable through the touch screen.
Underwater Lighting
Blue or white lights located near the two front struts and in the aft. Usable while foiling for a dramatic effect.
Swim ladder
Extendable 3 step swim ladder, mounted on starboard swim platform.
Cruiser cover
Foldable cruiser cover with aluminum support rods. Usable in separate sections, for example as a spray hood, by detaching the aft section.
Recommended for non-sheltered waters where non-foiling cruising in heavy weather happens occasionally
Dedicated trailer
Including electric winch simplifying single person operation.
Aft teak table
Foldable teak table stow-able under the port-side dash compartment.
Footprint
Reducing local emissions by 100%
C-7 is a long-range, all-electric craft that travels silently above the surface. No emissions. No wake. No sound pollution or disturbance of marine life.
We designed Candela C-7 to be the most efficient boat ever built. At 20 knots, the energy usage per nautical mile is just 0,8 kWh. To put that into perspective, that’s the energy content of 0,1 liter of gasoline.
Customer Testimonials
Read a few words from our earliest customers who took delivery during 2019.
Specifications
| Material | Carbon fiber |
| Weight | 1300 kg |
| Length | 7.70 m |
| Width | 2.40 m |
| Speed | 22 kn cruise, 30 kn top |
| Motor | 55 kW |
| Battery | 40 kWh Lithium Ion NMC |
| Foiling Capacity | 800 kg |
| Range | 50 NM at 22 kn + 8 NM at 5 kn in limp home mode. |
| Wave Handling | Up to 1.1 meters when foiling. |
| Wake Generation | Around 5 cm when foiling. |
| Draft | 0.7 m in shallow water mode. 1.0 m while foiling. 1.5 m while not foiling. |