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The iconic top-selling 24' bay boat. Reimagined.

The design team had lofty goals when tasked with reimagining the top-selling Masters 247. The redesign focused on opening up more cockpit space behind the leaning post, redesigning the console to accommodate d-tubing, and incorporating a tempered glass windshield, along with other minor improvements. The results are a stunning bay boat that performs as well as it looks. This top-selling 24' bay boat is miles ahead of its time and ready for serious fishing. The deck features dual aquarium livewells, a large bow casting deck with lockable rod storage, plenty of comfortable seating for up to 10 people, best-in-class bilge access, and much more. All of this is paired with a very capable hull designed for shallow water and a smooth ride. The Masters 247 now features the revolutionary Seakeeper Ride System in a first-of-its-kind built-in pocket design. This system uses actuators and stabilization technology to improve the ride quality in any condition, providing a smoother and more comfortable ride for all onboard. The Seakeeper Ride system is seamlessly integrated into the boat's transom design, making it virtually invisible. With this cutting-edge feature, the Masters 247 sets a new standard for bay boats and offers a level of comfort and stability that was previously unheard of in its class.

Single Engine

This boat's hull was designed to run on a single outboard engine.

Hard-Top Standard

The oversized hard-top is standard and includes light, speakers and more.

SportLink® Equipped

SportLink® is a set of factory-installed electronics standard with every Sportsman Boat.

Second Station Available

A popular upgrade for this model is the Half Tower w/ Second Station option.

This model is equipped with

A proprietary, first-of-its kind,
Vessel Attitude Control System
(VACS).

Rapid Actuation

Full underway control

Intuitive

Reliable

Key Benefits

Pitch & Roll Elimination

Eliminates up to 70% of underway pitch and roll motions.

Coordinated turn

Automatically adjusts the heeling angle of your boat during turns.

Auto trim

Uses a customized Trim Command Curve to automatically adjust the running angle at any speed.

List/level control

Never allows vessel list from movement onboard, wind, uneven load, prop torque, etc.

Hole shot control

Optimized to allow for faster acceleration, getting the boat on plane more quickly, improving fuel economy.

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Large detail image of the Masters 247 Bay Boat

Top-Selling

Now Reimagined

Detail image of the Masters 247 Bay Boat

24' 4"

Length

8' 5"

Beam

14"

Draft (in)

65 gal.

Fuel

350HP

Max HP

$103,035

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Bow Mid-Ship Rear Deck Other Features

Bow

Bow Casting Deck

The bow features a large deck with all recessed hardware and lids for a spacious casting deck. Can also be equipped with cushions for the perfect sunpad area.

Bow Anchor Locker

Stow away your anchor when not in use inside this large compartment. It features a molded catch for the anchor to keep it from falling in and the cut out for your rope on the lid makes it easy to store your extra rope neatly inside the compartment.

Large Bow Fish Box

The center piece for the bow is a large bow fish box. This large box will bring your big catch home or serve as your main cooler for the front of the boat when cruising.

Step Storage Box

The step leading up to the bow doubles as a storage compartment. This is the perfect spot for extra small gear that you may need stowed away.

Freshwater Washdown w/ Tank

Standard with a freshwater washdown with a 13-gallon tank. Common uses include hosing down the deck, cleaning up the floor after you reel in a big fish or rinsing off yourself after a day at the sandbar. It's a great creature comfort you will quickly get accustomed to.

Lockable Bow Rod Storage

The lockable bow storage safely stores your rods while you are away and includes space for up to 10 rods. The rods get inserted into plastic guide tubes that prevent the rods from banging around while underway and helps prevent tangling while inserting or removing rods.

Optional Bow Cushions Shown

Bow Storage

Bow storage is plentiful on board this boat. Featuring two large lockable rod storage boxes for up to 10 rods, large fish box and over-sized anchor compartment. Plenty of cup holders and molded grab rails for safety.

Console Front Seat

Comfortable console-front seat with backrest.

Trolling Motor Plug & Harness

For ease of installation, we have pre-wired this model to accept a trolling motor. At the bow, there's an electrical connection inside the anchor hatch conveniently located for the optimal bow mounted trolling motor location. This plug's harness runs into the console where the additional batteries and charger will get eventually installed.

Bow Toe Rail

There are many reasons and uses for a toe rail. But arguably the most practical is safety. The toe rail allows you to feel where the edge of the bow is without looking. Esthetically speaking, the toe rail accents the bow for a pleasing look.

Console Front Livewell

Flip the bottom cushion of the console-front seat to reveal an insulated livewell. Conveniently located for those fishing up front and for those days you are not fishing, fill it with drinks or use it as storage.

Mid-Ship

Console Design & Features

The console of this boat is a highlight of its design, featuring a sleek and modern look that follows the Sportsman design language, as well as several innovative features that enhance both form and function. It boasts a designed-in d-tubing hard-top frame that is extruded from a single piece of aluminum. This design removes the frame legs from the deck, giving you more space around the console and a robust frame structure. Additionally, it yields more space inside the head. The starboard side of the console features the iconic Sportsman side window glass, which floods the interior space with light. The console is wrapped with a tempered glass enclosure that includes a manually actuated vent.

Integrated Tempered Glass Windshield w/ Manual Vent

Made out of high-quality tempered glass, the integrated windshield protects the helm of excessive wind and rain while maintaining excellent air flow. The top section opens up manually to let in cool air. The glass is extremely easy to clean and will never fade, yellow or deteriorate.

Enclosed Head

Inside the console, there is a built-in lockable storage area. This enclosed space can be used as a changing room or storage of bulky items. On the back wall, there's access to all of the connections to the electronics and fuses, very convenient for quick troubleshooting. This space can also be optionally fitted with a porta potti.

Large Horizontal Window

When designing this space, it was extremely important to bring in plenty of sunlight. To achieve this, a large horizontal window on the starboard side was designed in. This flush glass design allows for the largest opening.

Dedicated Trolling Motor Battery Storage

We have put the extra space inside of the console to good use by designing-in designated trolling motor battery storage. This allows you to have the 3 trolling motor batteries tucked away from the visible console floor.

Boat-in-a-Box 2.0 Rigging System

Accessing the electrical components of the boat is a breeze thanks to the large access panel located behind the helm. Our 'boat-in-a-box 2.0' rigging system is a standout feature of this boat, providing a clean and easy-to-maintain electrical hub. The electronics are mounted on removable boards, making it easy to perform maintenance or make repairs without having to dismantle or remove any major components. This innovative system is designed to minimize maintenance requirements.

Dual Batteries w/ Switch

The safety and reliability of having 2 batteries on board is integral. This boat is equipped with 2 batteries and a selector switch conveniently located inside the console.

SeaStar Tilt Helm w/ SS Wheel

The SeaStar Helm offers over 40 degrees of tilt and locks into 5 different positions and is paired to a high quality stainless steel Sportsman-branded steering wheel with knob. The console layout has comfortable ergonomics for the perfect steering position whether standing up or sitting down.

Console Top Storage

Over the top of the console, additional padded storage for small items like cell phones and USB ports.

Wireless Phone Charger

This state of the art wireless charger features a 10W fast charging surface in a low profile flush-mounted pad. The top of the pad has an ultra grippy non-slip surface to keep your phone in place underway and has an IPX6 waterproof sealed unit. This is the world's first waterproof wireless charge system created specifically for the marine environment.

USB Plug In-Dash & 12V Receptacle

With the ever-growing demand to keep your devices charged, we include two USB plugs at the helm. The 2 included USB plugs are for charging and will keep your devices charged without interfacing with any other device. It also includes a 12 receptacle where you can plug in any cigarette-lighter style plug.

Compass

Considered one of the Four Great Inventions, the compass remains the cornerstone of any navigation system despite our advanced digital displays. Regardless of condition, your compass provides real-time heading and when used in combination with your GPS data, it allows you to optimize fuel efficiency & improve safety. When it gets dark, there's a built-in light inside the compass for night use.

Console Footrest w/ Pads

The console has molded in steps to offer a place to put your feet while the boat is underway. They are topped with custom pads with the Sportsman logo.

Helm Pod Storage Compartment

Under the helm pod, you will find additional storage built into the step providing you ample storage at the helm.

Anti-Fatigue Helm Pad

Feel all-day comfort with our custom anti-fatigue helm pads. You will notice a difference at the end of the day, your feet will thank you for it. Custom engraved with the Sportsman logo for that extra touch.

Fiberglass Hard-Top w/ Built-In Lighting

One of the first things you’ll notice when you look at this model is the over-sized hard-top. This top has all of the amenities you would want built in while still maintaining an elegant and timeless design.

Matching Hard-Top Underside Color

A popular trend is to have the underside of the hard-top matched to the hull color, this adds additional appeal and ties in the color theme of the boat sides by bringing additional color to the cockpit area.

Hard-Top D-tubing Frame Structure

The 4-legged frame swoops seamlessly from the console up to the top and the design gives it immense structural stability. The class-first D-Tubing structure is not cut and welded as typically done, but rather it is bent and extruded out of a single piece of D-Tubing.

Spreader Lights

The spreader lights on the hard-top provide deck work lights for early morning or late-night trips.

Rocket Launchers

To complete the top, we've added rocket launchers across the back, providing ample space for up to five fishing rods.

Kingfish Rod Holders

These hard-top rod holders point straight off of the side of the boat and allows you to extend your spread out further than you could with the gunwale-mounted rod holders. The height also keeps them away from any rods in a deck rod holder.

The Half Tower with Second Station upgrade is the ultimate addition to take your Sportsman to the next level. With its premium features and advanced design, this half tower provides unmatched comfort, visibility and control for your on-water adventures. Whether you're fishing, cruising or just enjoying a day on the water, the Half Tower with Second Station ensures you have the best vantage point to navigate and take in the scenery.

Premium Dual Chair LP w/ Flip Up Bolsters

Comfort and function meet when it comes to this deluxe leaning post. It is designed to accommodate two adults comfortably and features individually adjustable bolsters allowing you to operate your Sportsman standing up or in a seating position. Additional features include rod holders and cooler storage space with a strap.

Under Leaning Post Space

The space under the leaning post allows you to fit a large cooler and strap it securely using the included velcro strap. For additional tackle storage, we offer the "Under Leaning Post Tackle Storage" option which adds additional plastic tackle trays and a storage bin.

Under Gunwale Folding Rod Racks

Storage for 4 rods is possible with the under gunwale rod racks. Each can accommodate a full length rod and doubles as a great place to store a gaff or net. For your convenience the racks fold away when not in use.

Under Gunwale Reel Pads

Helps prevent damage to reels while inside the under gunwale rod racks and prevents any scratching of the fiberglass in this tight space area.

Raw Water Washdown

With its unlimited supply, it is the perfect companion for the freshwater washdown. This system pumps outside water to a water outlet where you can screw in a regular hose.

Flush Mount Gunwale Rod Holders

This boat includes 4 high-quality Gemlux rod holders flush mounted on the gunwale. Outside of the obvious use of holding fishing rods, you may add any number of available 3rd party accessories designed to be mounted in a rod holder.

Cockpit Bolsters

For extra added comfort when fishing, the cockpit bolster cushions provide a nice soft surface to push your knees and legs into when reaching into the water or fighting a fish.

Rear Deck

Large rear deck area featuring all recessed hardware, cup holders and plenty of casting space.

Twin Aquarium 25-Gallon Livewells

Talk about the "WOW" factor with this pair of aquarium 25-gallon livewells. The livewells are insulated and are sure to meet the needs when the time comes. They can also double as coolers for drinks and food. They can be operated together or separate with the pressure selector valve inside.

Starboard Pro-Air System

Same size as the port side livewell, the starboard side also features a Pro-Air Bubbler System to ensure your livewell has an oxygen-rich source of air on demand.

Rear Fold Up Bench Seat

Molded-in bench seating accommodate up to two adults comfortably. The inboard seating is safer for the little ones than traditional outboard jump seats and the bigger single center cushion, gives you superior access to the bilge.

Rear Total Access Hatch

The rear Total Access Hatch gives you the ability to have large storage that's still incredibly easy to access. it's the perfect place for your life jackets, extra anchor, safety equipment, scuba gear and anything else you may need. When empty, it offers best-in-class access to your essential pumps and seacocks.

10" Jack Plate

All-in-One 10" jack plate made of anodized aluminum for durability. It will provide you with higher speed, gains in fuel economy and the ability to run in shallow water. This plate is required for the transom design of this model.

Swim Platform w/ 3-Step Ladder

Easily board your boat from the port side with the standard 3-step ladder. It stows away recessed into the swim platform when not in use and has grab rails on either side for ease of boarding.

Underwater Lights

Built out of an anodized aluminum housing, these high quality LED underwater lights are a great feature for this model. The Lumitec underwater lights have a measured output of nearly 900 lumens, giving you plenty of blue glow behind your Sportsman. This boat comes equipped with 2 of them at the transom.

Other Features

Premium Sileather® Marine Silicone Fabrics

All Sportsman Boats feature Sileather® Marine silicone-coated fabrics. These high-performance fabrics are designed to be tough and durable and able to withstand even the harshest of conditions.

Offered in Desert Tan, Ash Gray and Polar White.

Powder Coating

Adds a strong protective and durable coating to the metals on the boat and is offered in White or Black to match the boat's color scheme.

Light Hull Color

We have two groups of colors, light and dark. A light color is included standard on this boat. You have the choice of one solid full hull color or a side and bottom color. View All Color Options

SportTech® Advanced Fabrication Process

Our SportTech® hulls feature a no wood, all fiberglass construction, meticulously engineered to withstand the test of time and built using advanced composite materials, resins and bonding agents. The hulls are crafted with vinyl ester resin for its ultimate weatherability and resistance to water intrusion, a 10-Year Limited Hull Warranty is standard on all Sportsman Boats.

Take a look Behind The Glass for an in-depth look at the construction of our boats.

NMMA Certified

For a boat to be NMMA certified, it must follow all of the strict guidelines set by the NMMA for certification. Sportsman Boats diligently follows all of the manufacturing guidelines and is committed to only using certified parts and components in all models. Learn more about the NMMA Certification process.

Interior LED Lighting Package

When the sun goes down, the cockpit comes to life. The included lighting package is as beautiful as it is functional, a blue glow covers every inch of the cockpit for safety and aesthetics.

AlloChrome4200+™ Stainless Fasteners

AlloChrome4200+™ is a revolutionary new stainless coating capable of lasting up to fifteen times longer than typical chrome coating. This means that independent testing shows that these fasteners can withstand over 4,200 hours of salt spray protection

Pull Up Cleats

High quality Gemlux pull-up cleats are standard throughout the boat. They offer a flush installation and very smooth operation.

Self Bailing Cockpit

This important safety feature allows any water on the deck to drain overboard and not into the bilge area. Any water that seeps into the bilge, can only be pumped out by the bilge pump, which is slow at draining large amounts of water. All Sportsman Boats have a collector box drainage system that ties in all drains from the deck and redirects the water directly overboard without mechanical assistance.

Grip Tex Yacht Style Non-Skid

This texture is applied to the deck and step areas for a uniform random non-skid coat. This type of non-skid is not patterned and is easy to repair should it ever get chipped or damaged.

High Speed Livewell Pick Up

As the name suggests, high speed pick ups ensure that your livewell is receiving a consistent water supply even at high speeds. The scoop shape design directs water into the intake and reduce air locks at high speeds.

List Of All Standard Features