Candela C-8
Simply a better experience
In order to make a truly compelling electric craft, we had to rethink boats.
Instead of punching its way through the waves, C-8 flies silently above the surface. Instead of fitting a bigger engine, we went for dramatically improved efficiency by developing a pod motor optimized for hydrofoils. Instead of creating huge swells, we made a craft that leaves no wake behind.
To this, we added the best user interface ever seen in a boat, over-the-air upgrades, and all the amenities and comfort you would expect from the world’s best leisure boat.
Starting at $395 000
Range
Electric hydrofoiling makes the C-8 the only electric boat with real range at speed.
Hydrofoiling unlocks the potential of electric boats. Enjoy close to double the effective range compared to conventional electric boats, when traveling at speeds above 20 knots.
- Miami
- Monaco
- Stockholm
- LA
Racing car meets flying carpet
Pull the wheel hard, and you’ll feel the driving sensation of a racing car, thanks to instant feedback, fly-by-wire steering. Combined with the hydrofoil’s silent, magic-carpet ride in rough conditions, the C-8 offers a superior experience at sea.
Tech
Candela C–POD
The Candela C-POD is the most efficient and longest-lasting boat motor ever built.
Submerged, direct-drive electric motors provide an absolutely silent ride while eliminating transmission losses.
The Candela C-POD is built to last a human lifetime, without maintenance.
Avionics
The Flight Controller uses different types of sensors to measure the boat’s position, speed, and acceleration in six degrees of freedom to create a precise and stable hydrofoiling experience.
After 10,000+ hours of simulations, design iterations, and sea trials, our software provides the safest and most thrilling boating experience.
Foil system
Hydrofoils are the key to a long all-electric range at sea.
Candela’s electric hydrofoil system reduces water friction by 80% compared to a planing boat and makes for a completely different – and better – ride.
The hydrofoils are constantly and automatically adjusted by the onboard Flight controller, to maintain a superbly stable ride in all weather conditions.
Candela C-8 comes in three
different versions:
Daycruiser
Hardtop
T-Top
Comfort
Superior interior
The cabin in C-8 sleeps two adults and two children. The optional Premium Sound System with subwoofer and six speakers allows for a unique concert experience onboard the most silent electric craft ever made.
Range
50+ NM at high speed
2 h charging time, 3-phase outlet
Candela C-8 has a range of 50+ nautical miles per charge travelling at 24 knots. The achieved range is about 4 times longer than the best electric boats currently on the market.
Versatility
Retractable hydrofoils
The retractable C-FOIL system makes C-8 a true no-compromise electric boat. In shallow mode, the foils and Candela C-POD are protected by the hull. In extreme weather conditions that prevent foiling, C-8 can be driven as a conventional boat, albeit with reduced range.
Ease of use
Fully integrated
The helm position of C-8 is simple and clean, with a 15,4-inch touchscreen running Candela’s intuitive UI.
Control everything – from the cooler to navigation – from the screen or the Candela app.
We believe in seamless machine-human interaction, and pride ourselves on delivering the best user experience of any boat. Over-the-air updates keep your C-8 up to date over the craft’s lifetime.
Footprint
Reducing local emissions by 99%
C-8 is a long-range, all-electric craft that travels silently above the surface. No emissions. No sound pollution or disturbance of marine life.
We designed it 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.
Video
See our boats in action
We introduced the world to foiling electric boats. Since we introduced the Candela C-7 in 2018, we have won numerous awards as well as topped electric boat sales in Europe.
MBY’s review of C-8
Candela C-8 vs planing boat in waves
Candela C-8’s first flight
Candela C-POD | The world’s most efficient boat motor
World’s first electric hydrofoiling boat flying in San Francisco | Candela C-7
Foiling Double Up
Virtual Test Drive
Candela C-7 | Formation Flying
C-7 Sunbed edition in Italy
Foiling in high waves
C-7 vs regular boats
Build
100% Carbon fiber, built in Sweden
With experience from fighter jet technology and airplane design, we design our hulls to be extremely light, while still rigid and strong. The C-8 hull is vacuum infused from 100% carbon fiber, which allows the weight to be significantly less than similar boats.
Specifications
| Material | Carbon fiber |
| Weight | 1605 kg DC version |
| Passengers | 8 passengers including driver |
| Length | 8.50 m |
| Width | 2.50 m |
| Speed | 24 kn cruise, 30 kn top |
| Motor | Candela C-Pod (45/50 kW) |
| Range | 50+ NM at cruising speed +3 NM at 4 kn in limp home mode |
| Draft | 0.5 m in shallow mode 0,9 m in planing mode 0,8 m while foiling 1.5 m while not foiling, foils extended |
| Charging | 230Vx1x16A: 13h 230Vx3x32A: 2,5h |
| Interface | 15,4-inch touch screen with Candela’s proprietary navigation and boat integration system. Free software upgrades included. One year free sea chart upgrades included. |
| App | Candela app with position, state of charge, route statistics and more. Optional geo-fence. |
| Hull-shape | The hybrid hull is shaped for frictionless planing in addition to low air resistance when foiling. In Planing mode the foils are above the surface which prevents fouling and corrosion |
Configure C-8
Configure your unique Candela C-8. All Candela boats are built in Stockholm, Sweden.
Layout
Color
Exterior
Upholstery
Price and Warranty
• Free software updates
Customization and optional features
• Cushions: Select from pre-defined color combinations
• Mooring cover – pre-defined colors
• Dedicated Trailer
Reserve your
Candela C-8
Reserve your C-8 to secure a production slot for a period of 90 days, subject to a final purchase agreement. Reservations made today are projected to be delivered during the first half of 2024, due to high demand.
Due today: 100 EUR
Fully refundable
*Vessel specifications and performance metrics are prospective, reflecting current engineering and design direction and manufacturer simulations. Final production boat specifications and performance metrics are subject to change. Features, options, and add ons may not be available on all vehicles or trims.
*Starting price reflects targeted starting price. Price excludes tax, shipping, title, license, and other fees, as well as certain premium features and addons.
Config
Bowhandle
Powdercoated stainless steel handle for easier boarding
Carbon Fiber Table
When combined with the functionality of the turnable front seats, this table opens up for socializing.
Fridge
Dometic 20 L fridge for beverages and food, situated underneath the sunbed seats.
Extra seats
Removable extra seats, increasing the passenger capacity by two.
Aft Swim Platform
Swim platform that doubles as an aft gate, to enclose the open aft of the boat.
Sunshade
Storable sunshade. Useful on sunny days. Easily mounted with 4 carbon fiber poles.
