Overview 
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Electric motor 
Foiling system 
Candela C-8:
Center Console
Range
57 NM
Top speed
27 kt
Capacity
8 people
Candela C-8 Center Console brings advanced marine innovation to electric boating. Glide silently above the waves with hydrofoiling tech that delivers a smooth, wake-free ride.The C-8 CC is designed for adventure, comfort, and connection to nature. Explore shallow waters, fish in silence, or relax with friends, completely fossil-free.
Candela C-8 CC
Designed for the moment,
engineered for the future.
Optional T-Top comfort
Add the optional T-Top for protection from sun and rain without losing the open-air feel. Designed to blend seamlessly with the C-8’s sleek lines, it offers comfort and shade for long days on the water. Whether you’re fishing, cruising, or relaxing at anchor, the T-Top adds versatility without compromising performance or aesthetics.
Flexible aft seating
Foldable aft seating transforms the rear deck into a social or relaxing space in seconds. Dine with a view or convert the area into a generous sunbed for lounging. Built for comfort and versatility, the layout adapts to every adventure. Perfect for entertaining guests, soaking up the sun, or simply enjoying the serenity of silent cruising.
Seamless connection to water and sky
Easy access paired with advanced engineering.
With an open aft layout, stepping into the water or onto shore is effortless. Hydrofoils lift the C-8 CC above waves, ensuring a smooth, silent, and wake-free ride.
Built for everything
Socializing, exploring, fishing
The aft dining sofas are easily transformed into a large sunbed, making the C-8 CC ideal for relaxing and socializing on the water. An open layout offers generous space for bringing water toys, while the bow provides additional seating for guests. It’s a flexible environment designed to elevate shared moments at sea. Comfort and connection come standard.
The retractable foil system grants access to shallow waters, expanding where your adventures can take you. Optional rub rail, T-Top, private toilet, and shower let you configure the vessel to your needs. The Candela C-POD motor enables ultra-quiet low-speed trolling, perfect for fishing. Add rod holders to the T-Top and you’re ready to cast.
Freedom in motion
The open C-8 Center Console connects you to nature as you glide silently above the water. Its fully submerged electric propulsion eliminates noise, leaving only wind, birds, or music of your choice. Hydrofoils smooth out choppy seas without wake or slamming. With 360° water access and a wide range of options, it’s your all-in-one vessel for trace-free adventure.
C-8 Daycruiser
Efficiency and long range for overnight adventures.
The C-8 CC is based on the best selling C-8 DC, which has been in production since 2021. The Candela C-8 Daycruiser combines long-range electric performance with quiet, hydrofoiling comfort. It is designed for overnight trips and weekend escapes, and offers a smooth, sustainable ride without noise or emissions.
Range calculator
We estimate the range based on several parameters and real world tests in various conditions. Actual range may vary.
- Daycruiser
Down to the details
Technical specifications
0.9 m in planing mode
0.8 m while foiling
1.5 m while not foiling, foils extended
135 kW DC: <30 min 10-80%
Questions?
Here are the top five.
How does Candela C-8 CC handle high waves and rough water?
Candela C-8 Center Console’s seakeeping capabilities are second to none for its size. Therefore, instead of smashing into the waves, the CC flies over them. Thanks to the foils, the ride will be smoother than any conventional boat in moderate waves. Waves up to 1.1 meters just pass under the hull. In rougher conditions, the CC operates like any other boat; the efficient planing hull and a “planing mode” mean that you can operate the boat as you would any other, with the foils acting as a keel to provide extra stability.
What is the range at high speed? And how quickly can you charge?
The estimated range is 57 nautical miles at 22 knots. This means you can cruise for more than two hours without noise, emissions, or wake. Additionally, with access to a DC charger, a Candela Center Console can be recharged from 10-80% in less than 30 minutes, making it the quickest-charging boat on the market. A more common option is charging at your dock from a three-phase outlet, which will take around 5 hours from an empty battery.
There are many other electric boats out there. What makes the Candela C-8 Center Console different?
The Candela C-8 CC is an electric boat with the range of a petrol boat at higher speeds and also the only hydrofoiling electric boat in serial production. Furthermore, hydrofoils bring several other benefits that other electric boats can’t offer: vastly reduced noise levels at higher speeds, faster charging speeds, a much smoother ride, and little wake generation. A battery pack of 110 kWh or more in a planing boat will only result in 20-30 nautical miles of range (even if some boat makers unrealistically claim higher range). The only way of solving this energy equation is to use hydrofoils. A Candela CC can achieve an estimated 57 NM with a battery pack of 69 kWh.
What happens if you hit something in the water?
The foils are made from carbon fiber, extremely strong, so hitting smaller debris will have little to no effect. However, hitting a bigger object – a large log, a submerged container, or underwater rock – will result in the foil breaking off at a designated point. Therefore, the boat’s hull is spared from damage otherwise typically incurred on regular boats.
Where can I test one, and when do you ship?
We have shipped dozens of boats to customers around the globe. Our C-8 DC is the world’s best-selling electric premium boat with over 100 orders. Current delivery times are estimated at 6 months after placing an order but are expected to increase due to rising demand. Moreover, test drives are available in many locations across Europe and the US, as well as in Thailand, New Zealand, and occasionally in other countries. Reach out to sales@candela.com for inquiries.
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