The Batboat has been reimagined for the 21st century.
Warner Bros.’s luxury brand Wayne Enterprises has teamed up with Silicon Valley sports craft company T3MP3ST to create an electronic exploration vehicle (EEV) inspired by Batman. Aptly christened the Stormy Knight, the limited-edition watercraft is based on T3MP3ST’s flagship EEV, the Maverick GT, but reflects Bruce Wayne’s distinctive taste.
Handmade in the U.S. by a team of tech-savvy boatbuilders, the sleek 14-footer showcases a mix of carbon fiber and stainless steel that helps it withstand the harsh marine environments off the California coast. The 1,300-pound speed machine is also equipped with a 100 kWh modular battery and a 350 hp electric motor, meaning that it can tear across the ocean quietly and sans emissions. The Stormy Knight has a top speed of more than 85 mph, a range of 75 miles, and a six-hour run time, though exact figures will depend on the conditions.
The Garmin navigation system is compatible with iOS and Apple watch voice command.
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The Stormy Knight can seat up to four passengers, so there is plenty of space for your sidekick, Robin. It is also autonomous and offers Garmin navigation with iOS and Apple watch voice command, meaning you can direct it by saying “Hey GT, come get me and Catwoman,” for instance. Each Stormy Knight is tailored to suit individual preferences, too.
T3MP3ST’s fleet also includes a larger tender model. Fitted with an RIB hull, the 30-footer can serve as a people-carrying tender and a tow-in vehicle for big surf spots like the Mavericks Marine Reserve. The 5,000-pound beast can carry eight seafarers, reach 40 knots at full tilt, and cruise for up to eight hours. Batman is, of course, more suited to the high-speed GT.
Limited to only 27 units, the Stormy Knight costs $250,000 a pop. The EEV can be purchased online via the BruceWayneX site or at the Wayne Enterprises Experience. Running from June 3 to 10, the shoppable theater experience will allow Batman fans to snap up an array of exclusive, limited-edition products inspired by the DC character, from Pininfarina hypercars to Kross Studios timepieces to McIntosh sound systems. The eight-day extravaganza is invitation-only, but Bruce should be able to get you in.
