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The Seadoo [jetboat] is a subgroup of water-jet propelled watercraft manufactured by Bombardier using the same propulsion system as their Personal Water Craft (PWC). Seadoo started this line in 1993 with their Explorer model equipped with the 587 jet-drive (587cc, 55 hp). Note the Explorer was unique as it was an inflatable boat with a central cockpit.

Over the years Seadoo has improved the performance of their jetboats with the replacement of the two stroke engines to four stroke models in 1993. Some higher performance models come equipped with superchargers. All models come with either one or two motors.

Phase 1
Phase 1 production was purely 2-stroke engines based on the popular *57 jet-drives. Performance was improved as engine displacement increased (*) and higher performance denoted by a (X).

In 1994, they launched their first standard composite hull made of composite (fiberglass) materials. This new model, the Speedster, was equipped with two of Seadoo's larger 657 jet-drives (650cc, 160hp total). This model was rated for up to 4 passengers.

In 1995, the first Sportster model was released with a single 657X jet drive.

In 1996, Seadoo added their Challenger model to their line-up.

In 1997, Seadoo added the Challenger 1800 model to add rider capacity. This model was extended to 18' and allowed for up to 6 passengers. Dual Seadoo 787 jet-drives (781.6cc, 220hp total) came standard allowing for speeds up to 60mph, relative.

Phase 2
Phase 2 production was the introduction of Seadoo's 4-tec jet drive and a move away from their well-loved 2-stroke jet-drives. These were more environmentally friendly as they had closed internal cooling and oil systems limiting the amount of petrochemicals released.

In 2003, Seadoo released their new 4-tec motor (1493.8cc, 145hp) in their Sportster 4TEC. They still sold their 2-stroke 947 jet-drive (951.2hp, 130hp) in the Sportster LE.