2027 MasterCraft NXT23 Boat in Kimberling City, MO 65686 US

2027 Mastercraft NXT23, New 2027 MasterCraft NXT23 V-Drive Wakesurf Boat for Sale - Factory-Fresh 23-Foot Entry-Tier NXT with Ilmor V8 Power and Full Factory Warranty at Kimberling City (Stock #MC-NXT23.27-C9AY5)

American Water Sports is proud to present this brand-new 2027 MasterCraft NXT23 - a factory-fresh 23-foot entry-tier V-drive wakesurf boat from MasterCraft's accessible NXT-Series lineup, delivering the same core MasterCraft-Ilmor V8 inboard powertrain, purpose-built V-drive wakesurf hull architecture, integrated ballast systems, and factory-authorized MasterCraft dealer support that defines every MasterCraft build - at the smallest and most-accessible platform size in our current NXT lineup. Available at our Kimberling City location on Table Rock Lake (Stock #MC-NXT23.27-C9AY5), this NXT23 is the third NEW MasterCraft in our current inventory - joining the sister 2027 NXT24 (Stock #MC-NXT24.27-CBAW2, entry-tier 24-foot NXT) and the premium 2027 X24 (Stock #MC-X24.27-PJAR6, premium-tier X-Series 24-foot). That gives buyers a direct three-way NEW MasterCraft cross-shop opportunity: this smaller 23-foot NXT23, the larger 24-foot NXT24 in the same entry tier, or the step-up 24-foot X24 in the premium X-Series tier. As a factory-new 2027 model year build, this NXT23 is delivered with full factory warranty coverage from both MasterCraft on the hull and Ilmor on the V8 inboard powertrain. The MasterCraft brand pedigree needs little introduction - MasterCraft Boat Company has been building premium American inboard tow boats in Vonore, Tennessee since 1968, and the NXT-Series specifically was purpose-launched to bring MasterCraft's premium V-drive wakesurf ownership experience to more-accessible price points than the premium X-Series or flagship XSTAR builds require. For the buyer who wants factory-new MasterCraft V-drive wakesurf ownership at the most-accessible NXT-tier entry price and the smallest 23-foot manageable-platform size - with full factory warranty coverage from delivery day - this new NXT23 at our Kimberling City location is one of the most compelling new-wakesurf-boat opportunities in our current inventory this season.

NXT23 vs NXT24 - Two NEW NXT-Tier Options Across Two Platform Sizes

For buyers cross-shopping the factory-new NXT tier specifically, our current new-boat inventory offers a direct choice between two NXT platform sizes: this NXT23 (23-foot smaller-platform variant) or the sister 2027 NXT24 (24-foot slightly-larger variant, Stock #MC-NXT24.27-CBAW2). Both are factory-new 2027 model year builds. Both share the same core NXT-tier positioning as the accessible entry into factory-new MasterCraft V-drive ownership. Both come with full factory warranty coverage. Both share the same core MasterCraft-Ilmor powertrain platform. The specific NXT23-vs-NXT24 choice comes down to platform size: this NXT23 delivers the smallest and most-manageable NXT footprint (easier to tow with mid-size trucks and SUVs, easier to store in a standard garage or covered boat house, easier to launch and retrieve at standard ramps, and the kind of accessible-size platform that first-time-MasterCraft-buyers or downsizing owners specifically appreciate), while the NXT24 delivers one additional foot of length for buyers who want slightly more interior volume, passenger capacity, and cockpit space. For the buyer who wants the most-accessible NXT platform at the smallest manageable size, this NXT23 is the specific answer. For the buyer who wants slightly more platform with the same accessible NXT-tier positioning, the sister NXT24 is worth cross-shopping. Our team can walk through the specific 23-vs-24-foot NXT tradeoffs in person at our Kimberling City location.

Three NEW MasterCraft Options in Inventory - NXT23 / NXT24 / X24

American Water Sports currently carries three distinct factory-new MasterCraft builds across two tiers and two platform sizes, giving buyers a genuinely rare three-way NEW MasterCraft cross-shop opportunity at our Kimberling City location. The specific three-way choice: this NXT23 (entry tier, 23-foot smallest), the NXT24 (entry tier, 24-foot slightly larger, Stock #MC-NXT24.27-CBAW2), and the X24 (premium X-Series tier, 24-foot, Stock #MC-X24.27-PJAR6). That lineup gives buyers the specific ability to cross-shop across both dimensions - NXT vs X-Series tier positioning at the same 24-foot platform (NXT24 vs X24) OR NXT23 vs NXT24 platform sizing at the same NXT tier - without leaving our showroom. For the broader MasterCraft buyer, our full current-inventory MasterCraft lineup adds a comprehensive used selection across every tier and vintage: brokered 2000 Maristar 230 with trailer (25-year vintage-classic), 2012 X-45 (22-foot vintage V-drive), 2014 X-46 (24-foot vintage V-drive), 2015 X30 (23-foot mid-vintage V-drive), five X26 builds across four vintages (two 2016 with one including trailer, plus 2018, 2019, and 2022 nearly-new), 2022 XT25 (modern mid-tier V-drive), and 2022/2024 XSTAR S builds (flagship tier).

Ilmor V8 Inboard Powertrain - MasterCraft's Continuous Powerplant Partner

This new 2027 MasterCraft NXT23 is powered by an Ilmor V8 inboard powertrain - MasterCraft's continuous-partner V8 inboard that delivers the segment-standard reliability, quiet premium-inboard character, and integrated electronic-throttle helm response that has defined MasterCraft's V-drive experience across essentially every tier of the lineup. Typical 2027 NXT23 configurations use the Ilmor MV8 6.0L or MV8 6.2L V8 inboard, delivering the low-end torque, hole-shot acceleration, and sustained wakesurf-speed cruise capability that V-drive wakesurf duty specifically requires. On the manageable 23-foot NXT23 platform, the Ilmor MV8 delivers exactly the kind of power characteristic the NXT tier needs - enough capability to produce credible wakesurf and wakeboard waves without over-powering the accessible-tier platform. American Water Sports is fully equipped to support Ilmor MV8 service through our shop, and the combination of factory-new delivery and Ilmor's engineered service life means this NXT23's powertrain has essentially its entire service life ahead of it. For the specific Ilmor MV8 variant on this build (typical 2027 NXT23 options: MV8 6.0L or MV8 6.2L), please contact our Kimberling City team for the complete factory build sheet.

23-Foot NXT23 Layout - The Most Accessible V-Drive Wakesurf Platform in Our NEW Inventory

The NXT23's 23-foot platform delivers the most-accessible V-drive wakesurf footprint in our current factory-new MasterCraft inventory - meaningfully smaller and more manageable than the 24-foot NXT24 and X24 alternatives, and dramatically smaller than the 26-foot X26 or larger XSTAR platforms. That 23-foot manageable-platform size translates directly into meaningful ownership advantages: easier to tow with mid-size trucks and SUVs (typically manageable with 3/4-ton tow ratings that many buyers already own), easier to store in a standard covered boat house or larger garage, easier to launch and retrieve at standard ramps, easier to maneuver in tight-slip marina configurations, and the kind of accessible-size footprint that first-time-MasterCraft-buyers or downsizing owners specifically appreciate. The current-generation NXT23 layout is purpose-built for the family-wakesurf mission - with integrated ballast systems, factory wakesurf-shaping capability, purpose-built cockpit-and-swim-platform layout, quality flooring, mid-tier upholstery treatments, integrated cup holders and storage, factory tower package with speaker options, modern touchscreen helm electronics, and the kind of MasterCraft fit-and-finish that defines the brand's baseline quality standards across every tier. For specific factory option content, upholstery color selection, exterior gel coat color, and electronic package spec on this specific 2027 NXT23 build, please contact our Kimberling City team for the build sheet specifics.

V-Drive Wakesurf Safety - Important Setup Considerations

As a purpose-built V-drive wakeboat, the MasterCraft NXT23 is architected for the specific type of premium wakesurfing that only proper V-drive inboards can deliver - with the propeller and drive shaft positioned well forward under the hull, deep and protected from surface waves, and specifically configured for producing the kind of shaped surf wake that skilled wakesurfers rely on. That said, V-drive wakesurf ownership does require proper setup and operational awareness: the correct minimum wakesurf distance from the transom (industry-standard 20-25 feet minimum surf-rope length), proper ballast distribution for the intended surf side (goofy or regular), appropriate wakesurf-specific propeller selection for surf-wave shaping, and disciplined swim-safety practices around the boat during surf sessions. American Water Sports strongly encourages all V-drive wakeboat owners to review MasterCraft's wakesurf-safety guidelines, follow the industry-standard minimum-distance protocols, and consider whether wakesurf sessions are appropriate for the specific waterbody and passenger group. For buyers cross-shopping V-drive vs forward-drive wakesurf architectures, our current inventory also includes forward-drive alternatives (2025 Cobalt R8 Surf, 2018 Chaparral 257 SSX Surf, new 2027 Regal LS6 Surf) - our team can walk through the honest tradeoffs between the two drive architectures in person.

Factory-New 2027 Model Year - Full Factory Warranty from Day One

As a factory-new 2027 model year build, this MasterCraft NXT23 is the absolute-newest-vintage current-generation NXT architecture available - factory-fresh from MasterCraft's Vonore, Tennessee production line, delivered with full factory warranty coverage from MasterCraft on the hull and structural components, and full factory warranty coverage from Ilmor on the V8 inboard powertrain. Full factory warranty coverage is one of the specific ownership distinctions that separates factory-new from pre-owned MasterCraft ownership (including our extensive used MasterCraft lineup) - no lingering questions about prior-owner maintenance history, no uncertainty about existing ballast-system or inboard-powertrain conditions, no gray areas about what's covered and what's not. For the buyer who wants the peace of mind that only factory-new delivery can provide, and the confidence of factory warranty coverage on both the MasterCraft hull and the Ilmor powertrain, this 2027 NXT23 delivers that ownership foundation from day one. Combined with American Water Sports' in-house MasterCraft/Ilmor service capability, this NXT23 represents the accessible entry-tier factory-new MasterCraft V-drive wakesurf ownership experience at the most-manageable 23-foot platform size.

Build Specifics - Contact American Water Sports

This new 2027 MasterCraft NXT23 is currently in inventory at our Kimberling City location ready for immediate delivery. For the complete factory build sheet on this specific unit - including exterior gel coat color and stripe selection, interior upholstery color selection, specific Ilmor MV8 engine variant (typical 2027 NXT23 spec: MV8 6.0L or MV8 6.2L), factory ballast system spec and capacity, wakesurf-shaping system configuration, factory tower package and speaker configuration, audio system spec, helm electronics package, factory option content, included accessories, and trailer availability - please contact our Kimberling City team directly. We're happy to walk through every detail of the factory build sheet, share additional photos, schedule a private walkthrough at our Kimberling City showroom, arrange side-by-side comparisons with the sister NXT24 or the X24 premium-tier alternative, or arrange an on-water wakesurf demo on Table Rock Lake. Our team can also walk you through MasterCraft financing options, extended-warranty availability, and delivery logistics.

Key Specifications

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  Year / Make / Model: 2027 MasterCraft NXT23 (NXT-Series V-Drive Wakesurf Boat)
• Stock Number: MC-NXT23.27-C9AY5
• Status: NEW - Factory-New 2027 Model Year
• Length Overall: 23 ft
• Hull Material: Fiberglass
• Engine: Ilmor V8 Inboard (typical 2027 NXT23 spec: MV8 6.0L or MV8 6.2L)
• Engine Type: V-Drive Inboard
• Fuel Type: Gasoline
• Series: NXT (Entry-Tier V-Drive Wakesurf - accessible entry into MasterCraft ownership)
• Category: New Entry-Tier V-Drive Wakesurf Boat
• Builder: MasterCraft Boat Company - Vonore, Tennessee (Est. 1968)
• Warranty: Full Factory Warranty - MasterCraft Hull + Ilmor MV8 Powertrain
• Store Location: American Water Sports - Kimberling City, Missouri

At-a-Glance Highlights

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• New 2027 MasterCraft NXT23 - factory-fresh 23-foot entry-tier V-drive wakesurf
• Absolute-newest current-vintage NXT-Series architecture
• THIRD NEW MasterCraft in inventory (joining NXT24 + X24)
• Sister NXT unit to the NXT24 - direct 23-ft vs 24-ft cross-shop at entry tier
• SMALLEST AND MOST-ACCESSIBLE platform in our factory-new MasterCraft lineup
• NXT tier - accessible entry into MasterCraft V-drive ownership
• Positioned below XT / X-Series / XSTAR tiers in the MasterCraft hierarchy
• Ilmor V8 inboard - typical 2027 NXT23 spec MV8 6.0L or MV8 6.2L
• Purpose-built V-drive architecture for wakesurfing and wakeboarding
• 23-foot manageable platform - easiest to tow, store, and operate
• Integrated ballast systems with electric fill/drain
• Factory wakesurf-shaping system
• Factory tower package with speaker options
• Modern touchscreen helm electronics
• MasterCraft brand pedigree - Vonore, TN since 1968
• Cross-shops with Malibu Axis A22, Supreme S211, Nautique GS20
• FULL FACTORY WARRANTY - MasterCraft hull + Ilmor MV8 powertrain from delivery
• V-drive wakesurf setup - follow industry-standard safety protocols
• Three-way NEW MasterCraft cross-shop (NXT23 / NXT24 / X24) at Kimberling City
• Sold through American Water Sports - Boating Industry Top 100 Dealer
• Factory-trained MasterCraft / Ilmor inboard service through our shop
• Financing, extended-warranty options, and delivery logistics available
• Private walkthrough and on-water wakesurf demo available at Kimberling City

Ready for Table Rock Lake - Your MasterCraft Specialist in the Ozarks

American Water Sports is a Boating Industry Top 100 Dealer and a full-service marine sales, service, and brokerage operation serving Table Rock Lake and the Ozarks from two convenient locations in Kimberling City and Shell Knob, Missouri. Our MasterCraft wakesurf program is genuinely deep - spanning essentially every era and tier of MasterCraft production. This factory-new 2027 NXT23 joins the sister NXT24 (entry-tier 24-foot NXT) and the premium X24 (X-Series 24-foot) to give buyers three NEW MasterCraft options across two tiers and two platform sizes, and it sits alongside a comprehensive pre-owned lineup: brokered 2000 Maristar 230 with trailer (vintage-classic), 2012 X-45 (22-foot vintage), 2014 X-46 (24-foot vintage), 2015 X30 (23-foot mid-vintage), five X26 builds across four vintages (two 2016 with one including trailer, plus 2018, 2019, and 2022 nearly-new), 2022 XT25 (modern mid-tier V-drive), and 2022/2024 XSTAR S builds (flagship tier). Our current wakesurf inventory also includes forward-drive alternatives (2025 Cobalt R8 Surf, 2018 Chaparral 257 SSX Surf, new 2027 Regal LS6 Surf) for buyers who want the forward-drive-vs-V-drive safety advantage. Whichever tier, vintage, platform size, and drive architecture the wakesurf buyer is cross-shopping, we can walk through the honest tradeoffs across the full lineup. For the buyer who wants factory-new MasterCraft V-drive wakesurf ownership at the most-accessible NXT-tier entry price and the smallest 23-foot manageable-platform size - with full factory warranty coverage on both the MasterCraft hull and Ilmor MV8 powertrain, and the factory-authorized-dealer service infrastructure that American Water Sports provides - this new NXT23 at our Kimberling City location is one of the most compelling new-wakesurf-boat opportunities in our current inventory this season.

Contact American Water Sports About Stock #MC-NXT23.27-C9AY5

Ready to take a look at this new 2027 MasterCraft NXT23 in person? Contact American Water Sports today to schedule a private showing at our Kimberling City location, request the complete factory build sheet, review MasterCraft financing and extended-warranty options, arrange side-by-side comparisons with the sister NXT24 or the X24 premium-tier alternative, or arrange an on-water wakesurf demo on Table Rock Lake.

Kimberling City: 13253 State Hwy 13, Kimberling City, MO 65686 - (417) 739-5912
Shell Knob: 26325 State Hwy 39, Shell Knob, MO 65747 - (417) 213-4999
Online: AmericanWaterSports.com