Joysticks

Joystick technology is the latest enhancement to controlling your vessel. The Axius Joystick Control System incorporates the use of the joystick to make your all-around boating experience more enjoyable. Gone are the days of having to try to fight the wind and current without success. Axius allows you to instantly become a professional when it comes to docking your boat. Simply move the joystick in the direction that you want the boat to move and it goes there. It is that easy!

Joystick Features

Axius is a revolutionary piloting system that turns the most stressful part of boating into something you’ll enjoy. Never before has there been such an advanced level of control, maneuverability and handling – with the ease of an intuitive joystick.

Perfect for dual sterndrive boat packages from 27 to 46 feet, the Axius system provides you with an incredible level of precise control. Docking is made easy with the pinpoint accuracy of Axius’s advanced Joystick Control System, which provides incredible control and mastery for the ultimate in boating confidence. Axius piloting technology offers features and enhancements to make boating even easier and more worry-free.

That instant throttle response and smooth shifting of SmartCraft® Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS), as well as electronic/hydraulic power steering, provide responsive, effortless control backed by thousands of hours of proven reliability.

Digital Throttle & Shift Precision

Amazingly smooth and responsive, DTS replaces the lag and hesitation of traditional throttle and shift cables with digital precision, resulting in smooth shifting and instant throttle response. The elimination of cables means cable adjustments and helm maintenance are no longer necessary. Auto synchronization can synchronize the rpms between both engines. With the push of a button, Single Lever Mode allows you to control multiple engines with one control lever.

Proven Reliability

With more than 50,000 hours of rigorous testing, DTS has proven to be the most-reliable digital throttle and shift system on the water.

Integrated For Safety

During instances of quick shifting, DTS coordinates engine and transmission functions, preventing engine damage and embarrassment at the dock.

AXIUS ADVANTAGE FEATURES AND ATTRIBUTES AT A GLANCE Axius System Axius Premier Package*
JOYSTICK FUNCTIONALITY
Move sideways and at an angle X X
Rotate in own length or 360º on an axis X X
Intuitive, proportional control of thrust and speed X X
Enhanced docking control mode X X
Hold prolonged low speeds through no-wake harbors X X
SAFETY, RELIABILITY AND DURABILITY
Proven, rear-facing propellers X X
Shallow draft design for less water displacement X X
Power Trim XD maintains trim angle in case of impact X X
More than 25,000 hours of endurance testing X X
PRECISION NAVIGATION
Skyhook X
Waypoint Sequencing X
VesselView X
Auto Heading X
AVAILABLE ENGINE POWER OPTIONS**
8.2 MAG, 8.2 MAG H.O. (380 – 430 hp) X X
5.0 MPI, 350 MAG, 377 MAG (260 – 320 hp) X X
QSD 2.8, QSD 4.2 diesel systems (220 – 350 hp) X X
ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE FEATURES
DTS X X
SmartCraft X X

* Please note that some features may not be offered by certain boatbuilders. Please contact your dealer or boatbuilder for feature information regarding Axius Premier.

** Sterndrive Only.

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