2026 Qwest 24 M-Class RLS

The impact of Qwest’s Advanced Center Tube (A.C.T.) Technology is felt the second you crank the wheel on the flagship 24 M-Class RLS.  The 24 M banks into turns more like a V-hull. Credit the V-shaped configuration of the pontoons below. A.C.T. Technology combines 25-inch-diameter tubes to port and starboard with a 27-inch center tube dropped 5 ¼ inches lower. Paired with the electric power-assist steering, the result is sporty handling that uses centrifugal force to keep people and items in place, rather than stressing tie-downs and reaching for grab rails, during turns at speed. 

The V-like arrangement of tubes has other benefits. Our test boat sliced through rough waters with less jarring, as well as lifting a little more hull out of the water at speed. Twin contra-rotating props on our test boat’s Suzuki 350 pushed the boat past the 30-mph mark in just over 5 seconds. Top speed was a spirited 52 mph.

Qwest’s RLS floorplan places a premium on crew comfort and capacity. Split up to 12 passengers between its parallel bow couches, twin captain’s chairs amidships, and the additional pair of couches aft. Couches feature bolsters under the thigh for added comfort. Cool-touch vinyl allows the use of darker shades such as our test boat’s new-for-’26 brandy interior. Similar technology is also found in the woven-vinyl flooring. Extras? Wireless phone chargers await at all four of those couches. Likewise, passengers will also find individual control pucks for the JL Audio system in each location. Crank up the volume for partiers in one zone, while keeping it tame in another. 

Qwest’s Digital Command system pairs two 12-inch Garmin touchscreens at the elevated helm, with digital switching for all boat functions. Another wireless charger awaits along with USB and USB-C ports for phone connectivity. To port, another wireless charging port/USB combo is integrated into a small pedestal beside the port chair. Looking for upgrade suggestions? In-floor storage takes advantage of the space provided by the center tube. There’s also a sleek, swept-forward wake tower that adds additional tower-mount speakers and amplifier.

High Points

• Repositionable backrests offer increased support options on aft couches, or addition of optional table or snack tray.
• Ultra-Flow V2 furniture features storage-compartment matting to keep contents off the floor and increase ventilation. Dry storage canisters are located in forward couches.
• Standards include 9.5-foot Bimini, stainless-steel ski-tow bar, ski locker, snapless mooring cover, and raised helm platform with Marine Mat decking.

How We Tested

• Engine: Suzuki 350
• Drive/Prop: Outboard/Suzuki 15 1/2″ x 21″ dual contra-rotating 3-blade stainless steel
• Gear Ratio: 2.29:1 Fuel Load: 38 gal.

Pricing and Specs