Introducing Open 262 with Seakeeper Ride

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Open

9 Models • 21' → 40'

Built for families who want serious offshore capability, premium comfort and the freedom to fish, cruise or entertain.

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Open 402

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Open 352

Blue and white Sportsman center console boat with hard-top, tan seating, and outboard engine shown in profile view

Open 322

Sportsman 302 center console boat with hard-top and outboard engine in gray and white hull

Open 302

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Open 282

Light blue Sportsman center console boat with hard-top, tan seating, and Yamaha outboard engine

Open 262

Sportsman 252 center console boat with turquoise hull, hard-top, and outboard engine in profile view

Open 252

Sportsman open center console boat with hard-top, outboard engine, and tan seating in blue and white hull design

Open 232

Blue and white Sportsman center console boat with hard-top, side profile view against white background

Open 212

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Heritage

4 Models • 23' → 32'

A refined crossover lineup designed for coastal cruising, ample seating, family days and some fishing when the moment calls for it.

Turquoise and white center console boat with hard-top and outboard motor, shown in side profile

Heritage 321

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Heritage 261

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Heritage 251

Sportsman Heritage 231 center console boat with hard-top, outboard engine, and tan seating in light blue and white

Heritage 231

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6 Models • 22' → 28'

Shallow-water performance, fishing-focused layouts and everyday comfort built for family life and fishing.

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Masters 287

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Masters 267

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Masters 267OE

SportCraft Masters 247 bay boat with hard-top, Yamaha outboard engine, and tan seating viewed from the side

Masters 247

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Masters 247OE

Sportsman 227 bay boat in turquoise and white with T-top, center console helm, and outboard motor in side profile view

Masters 227

 
Blog > Introducing Open 262 with Seakeeper Ride

The Open 262 has a new and fresh spin for model year 2024. Technological advancements have pushed this vessel to be a top of the line family boat while also having the fishing capabilities of an offshore boat.

September 29, 2023
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  • The Open 262 MY24 blends family comfort with offshore fishing capability, being 26 feet 6 inches long and 9 feet 5 inches wide for plenty of space.
  • Seakeeper Ride delivers a smoother ride by instantly adjusting the trim tabs to cut chop and keep the crew comfortable.
  • The model adds advanced tech options like the Garmin GT15M Chirp Transducer and the Garmin XHD3 radar plus practical upgrades such as a freshwater wash down at the bow and the Mastervolt Chargemaster Plus charger.
Abbie Skeen
Marketing Coordinator

The Open 262 has a new and fresh spin for model year 2024. Technological advancements have pushed this vessel to be a top of the line family boat while also having the fishing capabilities of an offshore boat. The Open 262 is 26' 6" in length and has a beam of 9' 5". This allows for plenty of room for your family and the rest of your crew.

The Open 262 is coming standard with the new Seakeeper Ride system. These high tech electric trim tabs work together with the specially designed hull to create a ride unlike any other. The Ride system reacts within seconds to change the tabs to reduce the chop and create a smooth ride. The addition of the Seakeeper Ride system makes for the perfect family boat that will keep you and the whole crew comfortable.

The Open 262 also taking a step forward with the new Garmin GT15M Chirp Stainless Steel Thru-Hull Transducer. The new Garmin transducer offers a flush design that reduces drag that also optimizes sonar performance. This new transducer is chirp enabled and has a max depth of 1,200 feet. There is also a new Garmin option for the XHD3 open array. This radar provides advanced features, including beam sharpening for target separation control and increased target detection capabilities. This combined with the other features that we offer will make your Sportlink System one that can't be beat.

Other changes coming to this new model year include the freshwater wash down outlet in the anchor locker. This easy access allows you to have freshwater up at the bow for more convenience. There is also a new Mastervolt Chargemaster Plus battery charger is also a new option. The charger simplifies the need for additional battery chargers. The all new Garmin GMR 424 CHD3 Open Array is a new radar option for MY24. This radar provides advanced features, including beam sharpening for target separation control and increased target detection capabilities. A great addition to any SportLink® package.

The Open 262 opens so many doors. An entry level boat that can also be enjoyed by avid and active boaters is hard to define, but the Open 262 delivers. Be on the lookout for the walkthrough coming soon!