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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.

Sportsman 402 center console boat with tower, white hull, and outboard engine in side profile view

Open 402

White center console fishing boat with hard-top canopy and outboard engine shown in side profile

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

Sportsman center console boat with hard-top, tan seating, and Yamaha outboard engine shown from starboard side

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

Series

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

Turquoise and white center console fishing boat with hard-top, Yamaha engine, and tan seating viewed from the side

Heritage 261

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

Heritage 251

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

Heritage 231

Series

Masters

6 Models • 22' → 28'

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

Side profile of a blue and white center console boat with hard-top and outboard engine

Masters 287

Blue and white Sportsman bay boat with Yamaha outboard engine and T-top against white background

Masters 267

Blue and white Sportsman center console fishing boat with Yamaha outboard motor and T-top shade structure

Masters 267OE

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

Masters 247

Sportsman center console bay boat with hard-top, Yamaha outboard engine, and tan seating viewed from the side

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

Fishing boat with anglers and multiple outrigger poles running through offshore waters
Open 262 Center Console

Cruising intracoastal waterways or fishing offshore, all in a day's work

Climbing on-board the Open 262, you are met with amenities you've never seen on a 26 foot boat. Starting with the dual side entry doors which open 180-degrees for unobstructed water-centric access. For shade, a feature-packed fiberglass hard-top with lights, speakers and rod holders. At the helm, state-of-the-art standard electronics and protection all the way around thanks to the integrated tempered glass windshield. Gorgeous twin aquarium livewells at the transom accompany the fishing-ready cockpit layout. And let's not forget, a modern finely-tuned hull with superior ride designed for the latest engines.

Family swimming and wading near a white center console boat anchored at a sandbar with fishing rods deployed

All In a Day's Work

Ready for Everything

Couple at the helm of a center console boat during golden hour with calm water behind them Fishing boat with anglers and multiple outrigger poles running through offshore waters Family swimming and playing in the water beside a Sportsman center console boat with American flag
Angler holding a large wahoo fish over the boat's livewell during an offshore fishing trip Two women enjoying drinks and conversation in the helm seating area of a center console boat on calm coastal water
Two anglers fishing offshore with multiple rod holders rigged on a Sportsman center console boat Three fishing reels with orange spools mounted on the transom of a sport fishing boat, positioned above the ocean Four friends enjoying appetizers and drinks on a boat docked at a marina
26' 6"
Length
9' 5"
Beam
22"
Draft (in)
164 gal.
Fuel
500HP
Max HP
$189,665
Starting
Family and friends cruise in a center console boat at golden hour near salt marsh grass
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.
This model is ready for
Designed-In From The Start
This model was engineered to be Seakeeper-Ready from the start. Not adapted in as an afterthought.
Eliminate Boat Roll
Eliminates up to 95% of boat roll and the danger, fatigue, anxiety and seasickness that goes with it.
Small & Lightweight
Seakeeper weighs only a small fraction of the boat's displacement.
Instant Savings on Seakeeper 1
Regular Price $34,590
Instant Savings $8,195
 
Your Price
$26,395*
Take advantage of this limited-time offer and add a factory-installed Seakeeper 1 gyroscopic stabilizer to your Sportsman.
* Special pricing on the Seakeeper 1 option is available for a limited time on model year 2027 factory-equipped boats only. This offer does not apply to retrofits, in-stock units without Seakeeper or any post-factory installations. See dealer for full details or send your questions through the contact page.

Bow

Boat's through-hull windlass and anchor control system mounted on center console with rope storage
Thru-Hull Windlass Anchor

A windlass with anchor and 300 feet of rope lets you deploy and retrieve the anchor from the helm with the push of a button. It takes the strain out of anchoring, especially in deeper water or changing conditions. For families, it makes sandbar stops and quick anchoring easier for everyone.

White boat gunwale with anchor control dials and cleats near the water
Bow Controls for Anchor

For ease of use and safety, we include foot controls at the bow for launching and retrieving your anchor, making the operation a one-man job. It also makes it very easy to see your anchor, rope and chain as it is getting reeled in. The controls have a plastic cover to prevent any unintentional button presses.

Close-up of boat deck showing anchor locker with black knob control and freshwater washdown fitting
Anchor Locker Freshwater Washdown

A conveniently located freshwater washdown in the anchor hatch allows you to rinse off your anchor as it is coming in and allows those seating up front to use the washdown.

Open bow seating and console area with gray upholstery overlooking sandy beach and mangroves
Bow Layout

The bow of this boat is built for entertainment and versatility. It features wraparound seating with comfortable bow backrests, two large insulated fish boxes that are easy to access, built-in drink holders and speakers to keep the music going while you relax.

Center console boat beached on sandy shore with open bow seating and storage compartments
Bow Storage

Two large storage boxes at the bow will give you plenty of places to stow away your items. They are both insulated and can be used as fish boxes or coolers.

Bow seating with gray bolsters and blue accents on a center console boat beached on sand
Bow Bolsters

The included bow bolsters on this boat serve double duty. When the bow cushion bottoms are on, they provide a soft cushion to rest your back but when the boat is set for fishing, they double as knee and leg pads when fighting a fish up front.

Center console boat beached on sandbar with gray upholstered seating and white hull viewed from bow
Removable Filler Board w/ Cushion

The open bow design offers the convenience of a full walk-through to your anchor and bow but sometimes you may need some additional seating, this filler board with cushion latches securely opening up one additional seat.

Curved gunwale and recessed bow seating with hand rails on a white center console boat near mangroves
Recessed Bow Hand Rails

For safety and convenience, we include a recessed bow hand rail. This flush design sits below the gunwale for an obstruction-free top deck.

Center console boat interior with gray quilted seating, open deck, and calm water view through the windshield
Console Front Seat

Comfortable console-front seat with backrest.

Open center console cockpit with gray quilted helm seat, white cooler, and water views across the bow
Console Front Cooler

Flip the bottom cushion of the console-front seat to reveal an insulated cooler. Conveniently located for those sitting up front.

Mid-Ship

Center console boat with hard-top canopy cruising through calm waters under clear sky
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.

White center console boat with hard-top and gray upholstered seating anchored in shallow turquoise water
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.

Center console boat with integrated tempered glass windshield and manual vent on calm coastal waters
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.

Molded-in navigation light detail on white hard-top with marina and antenna visible in background
Hard-Top Molded-In Navigation Lights

When the sun goes down, molded in navigation lights can be found at the front corners of the hard-top. This location keeps them out of the way and completely unobstructed.

Center console boat at shallow sandbar with electronics at helm and hard-top shade structure overhead
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.

Hard-top ceiling view with dual speakers, LED lighting, and marine-grade electronics in white
Matching Hard-Top Underside Color

Matching the underside of the hardtop to the hull color gives the boat a more custom, finished appearance. It visually ties the top, hull and upholstery together while adding personality without changing the boat’s layout. This is a popular styling choice for owners who want their Sportsman to feel more uniquely theirs.

Open center console boat with storage compartment and anti-fatigue helm pad in bright sunlight
Anti-Fatigue Helm Pad

A custom helm pad adds comfort where captains spend the most time. The anti-fatigue material helps reduce strain on your feet, knees and back during long runs or full days at the sandbar. It also adds a clean, finished look to the helm while improving traction underfoot.

Open storage compartment with cooler access and cabin entry on center console boat
Helm Pod Storage Compartment

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

Open cabin door revealing white porcelain toilet and gray floor mat in compact boat head compartment
Enclosed Head

Inside the console, there is a built-in storage area. This enclosed space can be used as a changing room or storage of bulky items.

Overhead view of a boat cabin head with electric porcelain toilet, ventilation, and compact storage compartments
Electric Porcelain Toilet w/ Discharge

Standard feature on this boat is a freshwater electric porcelain toilet with overboard discharge along with an on-board holding tank. Once the toilet flushes, it gets piped into the holding tank. From there, where legally allowed, a push of a button discharges the tank. Making this a very easy and convenient way of having a fully functional toilet on your boat.

Bright cabin interior with recessed lighting and a rectangular window showing blue sky
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.

Electrical panel with black switch and red wiring installed inside boat cabin storage area
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.

Close-up of a boat dash showing a black rotary knob control with sky reflection in the windshield
USB Plug In-Dash & 12V Receptacle

To keep your devices charged and ready, the helm includes two dedicated USB charging ports that operate independently from other systems. A 12V receptacle is also included for any cigarette-lighter style accessories.

View from inside a center console boat's hard-top with compass and windshield overlooking a sandy beach and calm waters
Console Top Storage

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

Wireless phone charger mounted on black mat in white console storage compartment with compass visible nearby
Wireless Phone Chargers (2)

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.

Compass mounted on white center console dashboard with windshield and sandbar view
Compass

A compass is one of the simplest and most trusted tools on the boat. Even with today’s advanced Garmin electronics, it gives you an immediate heading reference at the helm. Paired with your chartplotter and good seamanship, a compass adds confidence when visibility changes or conditions become less predictable.

Sportsman center console cabin interior with padded footrest, storage compartments, and helm seating area
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.

Premium tan quilted captain's chairs at the helm with calm water and marina in background
Premium Adjustable Captain's Chairs

Comfort and function meet when it comes to these premium captain's chairs. Designed with versatility in mind, it can accommodate two adults comfortably. The individually adjustable flip-up bolsters offers the convenience to allow you to stand or sit and the armrests add that extra comfort touch. Wrapped in our Sileather fabric, this is a very luxurious helm chair, that feels as good as it looks.

Center console with open tackle storage and coolers overlooking a sandy beach and calm waters
Leaning Post Tackle Center

Under the captain's chairs, you will find your batteries, storage bin and a large tackle center with drawers. For your convenience, the drawers have dividers inside to keep your items organized.

Engine and house battery switch panel mounted on white console with analog gauges and control buttons
Battery Switches

Access to the battery switches has never been easier. There is a switch for each engine and one for the house. The house isolates all of your electronics, lights, amps and pumps from your engine batteries. All batteries charge simultaneously when the motors are running.

Rear Deck

Rear bench seating with cushions and storage compartment on center console boat with dual outboard engines visible
Rear Seating

When it's time to fish, the rear bench conveniently stows away to open up cockpit space and make it easier to walk around the leaning post. The seat bottom completely removes to reveal best-in-class access to the bilge. It seats 2-3 comfortably and has a deep design for comfort.

Center console fishing boat with dual helm seating, electronics, and in-deck fish storage boxes
In-Deck Macerated Fish Boxes

On either side of the leaning post, there are insulated and macerated in-deck fish boxes.

Side-entry cabin doors with 180-degree swing opening on center console boat over shallow water
Side Entry Doors w/ 180° Swing

Two are certainly better than one, at least when it comes to side doors. The side entry doors are a versatile feature that will quickly become one of your favorites and you'll love the ability to board from either side. Our side entry doors are part of the hull and deck mold. We designed them in this way to guarantee that they have the necessary structural reinforcements needed. Our stringer system supports the door and a large heavy duty hinge hangs the door. Special on this model is the ability to swing the side doors a full 180° swing.

Dual fuel cap and chrome cleat detail on white boat gunwale above calm water
Dual Fuel Fills

When it comes time to fuel up, this model also includes fuel fills on both sides. This allows you to pull up to the gas dock or gas station from either side with ease.

White gunwale-mounted rod racks with black slots on a center console boat's exterior
Under Gunwale Rod Racks

Storage for 6 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.

Overhead view of boat console interior showing tan upholstered backrest, window with shade, and chrome hardware details
Under Gunwale Reel Pads

Padded under-gunwale reel protection helps keep rods secure and reels protected while stored along the cockpit sides.

Close-up of a blue flush-mount gunwale rod holder on a boat's side rail near calm water
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.

Close-up of the port side deck and gunwale railing on a center console boat
Port & Starboard Toe Rail

Located under the gunwale rod racks, the toe rail is designed as a brace point when heeling over the side of the boat to gaff or bring in a fish. You slide your toes under the bar and in conjunction with the bolster cushion, it provides a sturdy brace for your legs, even if the deck is wet or slippery.

Clean white center console cabin with tan cushioned seating and storage compartments under blue sky
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.

Open engine compartment revealing mechanical systems, filters, and plumbing on center console boat
Total Access Compartment

Opening the large center in-floor lid, reveals the total access compartment. This best-in-class bilge access is one of our signature features and we’ve taken it to the next level with this designed-in larger opening. Seakeeper is not standard.

Twin outboard engines and open center console with livewell and storage on calm water
Twin Pressurized 30-Gallon Aquarium Livewells

Deep twin aquarium 30-gallon insulated pressurized livewells with glass that allows you to keep an eye on your bait. It can also double as a cooler for drinks and food.

Overhead view of boat's swim platform with stainless steel boarding ladder and drainage hose in calm shallow water
Boarding Ladder

Easily board your boat from the starboard side with the standard 4-step ladder. It stows away recessed into the deck.

Fresh water washdown valve with pull chain mounted on boat cabin ceiling
Freshwater Washdown w/ Tank

Comes standard with a freshwater washdown and a 20-gallon tank. Perfect for rinsing off the deck, cleaning up after landing a fish or washing off at the sandbar. It’s a simple comfort that quickly becomes essential.

Raw water washdown outlet with pull-chain valve mounted on boat cabin exterior
Raw Water Washdown

Raw water washdown uses outside water to help rinse the deck, cockpit and fishing areas throughout the day. It is especially useful after handling bait, cleaning up sand or rinsing down gear. Because it draws from the water around you, it pairs well with freshwater washdown and helps save freshwater for final rinses.

Aerial view of three center console boats running in formation with blue underwater lighting systems illuminated
Underwater Lights

Underwater lights add a premium look to your Sportsman after the sun goes down. Mounted below the waterline, they create a striking glow around the transom and can help illuminate the water at the dock or sandbar. Built with marine-grade materials, they bring style, visibility and nighttime personality to the boat.

Other Features

Three swatches of quilted marine upholstery fabric in tan, gray, and white with diamond stitching pattern
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 Coastal Beige, Smoky Gray and Icecap White.

Center console boat helm with open windshield and integrated electronics overlooking calm turquoise waters
Powder Coating

Powder coating adds a durable, protective finish to the boat’s metalwork while giving the overall design a cleaner custom look. Available in select colors, it helps match the hardtop frame, leaning post and other metal components to the boat’s style. It is both a visual upgrade and a practical layer of protection.

Light blue center console fishing boat with hard-top, Yamaha outboard engine, and tan seating viewed from the side
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

Worker in protective gear applying blue laminate material to a boat hull during advanced fabrication process

SportTech® Advanced Fabrication Process

Our SportTech® hulls are built with a no-wood, all-fiberglass construction using advanced composite materials, resins and bonding agents. Each hull is crafted with vinyl ester resin for superior durability and resistance to water intrusion. Every Sportsman Boat includes a 10-Year Limited Hull Warranty as standard. Take a look Behind The Glass for an in-depth look at the construction of our boats.

Yacht certification plate mounted on white hull with ocean and sky in background

Yacht & NMMA Certified

Yacht Certification means that our boats are built to the highest standards set by the American Boats & Yacht Council (ABYC) in all areas of construction. This means a safer and higher quality vessel for you and your family. This certification also means that there is no written person capacity for this boat. Learn more about the NMMA Certification process.

Fishing boat illuminated with blue LED lighting at dusk, docked at a sandbar with a flag and antenna visible

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.

Stainless steel fasteners and screws in a yellow storage bin

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

Stainless steel pull-up cleats mounted on a boat's gunwale with water and shoreline in background

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 drain system with white valve and ventilation holes

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.

Close-up of textured non-skid Grip-Tex surface on boat deck

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.

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