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Series

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

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Open 322

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Open 302

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Open 282

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Open 262

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Open 252

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Open 232

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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.

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Heritage 321

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Heritage 261

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Heritage 251

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Heritage 231

Series

Masters

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

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Masters 247

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Masters 247OE

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Masters 227

Family time on a Sportsman Boat.

Owner's Testimonials

The best way to understand the Sportsman experience is to hear it from the people who live it. Read what owners have to say about the comfort, performance, quality and confidence they feel every time they get on the water.

You won’t find a better boat with the fit and finish and quality for the price.
Hunter
Masters 207 Bay Boat
I am very impressed with the hull design. It cuts the chop perfectly. Keep up the good work. I absolutely love this boat.
Overton & Marianna
Masters 207 Bay Boat
Couldn’t be happier with the boat. Great design, handles well and excellent dealer !
James
Masters 207 Bay Boat
I could write all night but I'll just say i love my boat. It is so much easier to drive than my previous one. my dealer in new smyrna beach was the best buy I've done and I've bought a lot of cars and trucks to tractors etc. My sportsman is just the right fit for me and my family. I was actually pointed to a Sportsman by a friend who sells another brand. can't beat that!!!!
Shannon
Masters 207 Bay Boat
After 6 months of looking at every brand of bay boats, i decided on a Sportsman 207 masters. It just seemed like the best choice for an all around good bay boat pick. I mainly run it up the river, lakes, and inshore.
James
Masters 207 Bay Boat
Great 20ft class boat! Well built all the way from the hull to the final touches with friction hinges. Tons of storage. Very pleased!
Steven
Masters 207 Bay Boat
Sportsman Boats give you the best bang for your buck
Jacob
Masters 207 Bay Boat
Perfect boat for me and my needs. Glad I made the right decision and went with the Masters 207.
Christopher
Masters 207 Bay Boat
I researched for many months on different boats and kept getting pointed at Sportsman Boats. I attended a couple boat shows and visited many different brands dealers and found sportsman offers the best bang for the buck. In my opinion they are the most “turn key” boat with all the standard options that are upgrades on many other brands. They are very well built and finished and I feel I got a boat that should’ve cost more compared to what I found on the market today. So far I’m loving it!
Jeremiah
Masters 207 Bay Boat
Our 207 Masters is the perfect boat for us. It fits in our garage, is easy to tow, is loaded with features, and rides like a dream. We’ve been off shore in the gulf and all over Tampa Bay in it and it rides incredible, even in some sloppy conditions. We had 4 other boats trying to find the “right” one and we finally have. Since we get to keep it inside, we expect to have it for a long time.
Jeffrey & Audry
Masters 207 Bay Boat
The boat handled well and looks good. The aftermarket t top was a great addition as well as the trolling motor.
Raymond
Masters 207 Bay Boat
The build quality of this boat is impeccable, from the gel coat finish to the labeling and organization of the wiring inside the center console. The accessibility to the pumps and valves under the rear seat storage is a game changer for me. I had to be a contortionist to access any type of electrical or mechanical systems on my previous boat. Now for the performance aspect of this beauty (Masters 207). She rides like a boat a few feet longer and feels much heavier than she is.
Craig
Masters 207 Bay Boat
By far the best boat for the buck. I absolutely love this boat. Great dry ride and not to mention the best looking boat on the water. My 207 is the perfect boat for my needs. The lay out and available options are the over the top. Just love being in this boat.
William
Masters 207 Bay Boat
Just purchased a Masters 207.... all around great boat!!!
Vincent
Masters 207 Bay Boat
My Sportsman 207 is a perfect boat for the Carolina shores. The layout is well thought out. The functionality of the boats features are very user friendly. The boat is perfect to fish but is also great for recreational day rides with family and friends. The boats hull design makes for a smooth and responsive ride. I will continue to buy Sportsmans for the long term.
Matthew
Masters 207 Bay Boat
Really like the features and performance on this boat. Very satisfied with our purchase
John
Masters 207 Bay Boat
The Masters 207 is a great riding bay boat for its size. The fit and finish is top notch and it’s just a great looking boat. The engineers really nailed it on this design. Thank you, Sportsman.
Hunter
Masters 207 Bay Boat
I love this boat. Great features, great ride. I use it for fishing inshore mostly now, but I'm expecting to push off to near shore fishing opportunities soon. The access to the bilge is a real difference maker, and I'm loving the versatility of the baitwell with recirculator and aerator.
Matthew
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
We wanted a boat that was family friendly but fishable. We love the layout and design of the Masters 227. This is our first new boat. Currently, we couldn’t be happier or more satisfied with our purchase. High praise goes to the dealership from which we purchased. They made the purchasing process stress free, they were very knowledgeable of the product and readily available to answer any questions or concerns.
Kevin
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Can't think of a finer way to cruise the Mississippi Delta chasing ducks and fish than in a Sportsman Boat.
Darryl
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Living on the Treasure coast of Florida I wanted a boat for both the ICW and the ocean.The smooth,dry ride is what’s so impressive. The bow cuts through the chop and sends all water out and down.Wife picked boat for plush interior and amenities. Fishing was first on my mind.From Bass to Snook. Livewells,rod boxes,rocket launchers,tackle storage.You can put a truck load of stuff in this boat and still have a clean deck.The boat handles great and is stable.Looks really good at the sand bar too!
John
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Great boat on the water, smooth riding and an eye turner. Best decision I ever made in purchasing a boat.
Richard
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Unlike any boat I have ever own. Best for Fishing, mobility, ride, and comfort just a flat out awesome boat. I HIGHLY Recommend all Sportsman Boats to the everyday fisherman and weekend warriors. You like myself WILL NOT be disappointed.
Joshua
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Love it, great attention to detail.
Sean
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Love my new sportsman bay boat. Looking forward to making lots of new memories with my family and doing some fishing. Great quality all around with all the upgrades I was looking for as a new boater.
Michael
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
We purchased a Masters 227 after we moved to the SC coast. In the past we had a bow rider for recreational boating and a bass boat for fishing; both in freshwater only, but had never used a boat for saltwater use. Our Masters 227 has proven to be very versatile as we use it inshore, offshore and for freshwater fishing. My fishing friends are very impressed with the boat and its options.
John
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Bought our first Sportsman and it's better then we could have ever imagined!!!
Ryan
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
My wife and I shopped for over a year to find a boat that met her needs and provide extreme fishability. 227 Masters Series was our hit!
Andrew
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Very nice boat that will work for fishing and play time.
Robert
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
This was my first new boat and my wife and I did our research for a long time. We went to look at a different brand a dealer had with less than 10 hours so practically new. We lake tested it and did not like it. Our salesman directed us to the Masters 227 and we loved it. The day we lake tested it, the weather was pretty rough but the ride was dry and handles the chop without issue. I was sold. The thought that went into the design, fit and finish is amazing as everything is accessible.
David
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
I got it for both in-shore and off-shore fishing. It does both well. The layout and storage are perfect for my family.
Ronald
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
I purchased my Sportsman Boat for my Dad who lives in Grand Isle, Louisiana for his 80th birthday. I wanted a boat that we could fish out of and take the family out in for leisure rides as well. I did quite a bit of research on bay boats and the Sportsman Boat is the perfect boat for us! The design and functionality is perfect for both fishing and cruising. My Dad loves his new boat and so do I.
Ronnie & Tommy
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Boat is the best I have ever owned. My dealer has been great to work with.
John
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Couldn’t be happier with my choice of going with the Sportsman 227 Masters. The boat has a great ride in both smooth and rough water.
Robert
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Could not be happier
Geoffrey
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Great riding bay boat with a nice layout, my local dealer is the main reason that I have purchased 6 Sportsman Boats in the last 7 years, best dealership, sales, and service around.
John
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Shopped many brands and read many reviews. Went to several boat shows. I have owned many boats and know what a quality boat build looks like. Sportsman hits all the marks in addition to a great value for the buck. I hope she brings me years of pleasure.
Kenneth
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
This is a great boat and a good value. I've had it inshore and 45 miles offshore in some nasty weather conditions. It offers a surprisingly dry ride and handles well. My Sportsman is a Platinum Edition 22'7" with hard T top. The seating is also excellent. While I use it for primarily for fishing it also is a good family boat and tows tubes etc. with ease. If you are looking for a new boat, you'd be foolish not to look at Sportsman before making a final decision.
Barry
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
I bought my 2019 Masters 227 in hopes that it would be able to handle a variety of fishing conditions, while also being able to tow the kids on the inner tube and enjoy an evening of cruising with friends and family. This boat does all that and more. It will fish as shallow as any bay boat and keep you dryer than most in transit even in tough conditions. In my opinion, there is no better blend of fishing performance and family friendly design on the market!
Austen
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Wonderful riding boat with great mix of fishing and family requirements.
Timothy
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Great boat ...fit and finish is excellent.
Michael & Kristin
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
This is my second Sportsman. First was the 2013 Masters 207. The ride, construction is second to none. In the Bay or 10 miles out , the boat never disappointed. My second Sportsman is a 227 Platinum. Once again this boat is all first class. From the gel coat to the stainless, nothing but the best. I like the fact that Sportsman standard features include what other manufacturers call options . You can’t go wrong with any Sportsman Boat
John
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Very much enjoy my new boat. Quality craftsmanship
Benjamin
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
Owned alot of boats in the past. The Sportsman 28 I own is one of the best built and layouts of any 28 I have owned. Great family boat with the front layout pad and a fishing machine when I go 60 miles offshore. Very well built, great flare on boat to make it a very dry ride. Thank You
Mark
Open 282 Center Console (Pre-2022)
Coming out of a 32 foot center console, I was looking for a great handling boat with good fit and finish in the 28 foot class. I found it in the 282 Sportsman. The twin 200 Yamaha are fast out of the hole, run upwards of 50MPH and I cruise at better than 3mpg. Wow, that is a huge lift from what I used to spend on fuel heading 30 plus miles offshore on a regular basis. if you are looking for an open fisherman with great features and construction that won't break the bank, take a look at the Sportsman.
Bruce
Open 282 Center Console (Pre-2022)
My wife and I recently purchased a 282TE - and we absolutely love it! We are avid scuba divers and fishing fanatics. We looked at many brands but Sportsman had the layout that we wanted with the coffin box and 360 degree fishability all the way around the boat. I have operated many different boats in my life as a licensed captain but never one of this quality and features available. Sportsman is a quality boat at an affordable price compared to other boat brands.
Anthony
Open 282TE Center Console (Pre-2022)
Sportsman is a outstanding quality and superb craftsmanship boat. Attention to detail is evident when you first take this boat out. The ride is superb and it handles like a high priced sports car. Truly a great boat for the boating enthusiast
Michelle
Open 282TE Center Console (Pre-2022)
This boat and manufacturer is one that I researched for over a year before I made a purchase. When the 282TE came out , I knew that was the perfect fit for me. This boat has not failed to deliver. I had had her out in all conditions and she has responded beautifully. She takes a heavy sea well. Fuel economy is very impressive. Electronics have performed as well. I love the auto-pilot and the depth finders have allowed me to find excellent bottom. Twin engines make maneuvering easy.
Bryant
Open 282TE Center Console (Pre-2022)
We traded in our Sportsman 251, so we were familiar with and enjoyed the Sportsman brand of boat before purchasing the new Sportsman 312 center console. The ride is excellent on the 312, with the boat slicing through good sized waves with ease and no pounding. The difference is dramatic, and well appreciated. The boat is well equipped and the Garmin system is largely intuitive and easy to use. The configuration, design and layout suit our needs well and are quite multi-functional as well.
Barry & Maryann
Open 312 Center Console
The sportsman is great boat which offers up the best of both worlds for family cruising and fishing. I can run the boat offshore and comfortably fish with my buddies then run home and go for a nice cruise with my family all in the same day.
Declan
Open 312 Center Console
Couldn't be happier with my new Sportsman 312. Quality workmanship for a reasonable price. Factory staff are all outstanding and very helpful all the way to the point of sending me weekly photos during the custom build. This is my second Sportsman and looking forward to upgrading to my third soon. I would highly recommend Sportsman to anyone interested in boating!
John
Open 312 Center Console
As described all run around competitive and great boat
Ted
Open 312 Center Console
Perfect or the avid fisherman that also has the comfort and room to cruise and enjoy a day on the water with friends or family.
Nicholas
Tournament 214 Bay Boat
Great Family fishing boat. My family has enjoyed it.
Clifford
Tournament 214 Bay Boat
I've had my 214 for just over a month now and love the layout and fishability. It's a pretty quick with the 200SHO which really helps when trying to cover alot of ground fishing! Looking forward to many fun years with it!
Joshua
Tournament 214 Bay Boat
The boat has been awesome. Handles chop and goes shallow. The VMAX is the way to go. Plenty of power.
Matthew
Tournament 214 Bay Boat
Sportsman Boats offer a high quality boat at a fair price. From the hardcore Angler to the boater that loves spending recreational time with family on the water. Sportsman has your needs covered with a variety of options in size from large to small. With emphasis on comfort , performance, fit and finish there really is only one choice in brand. With very high standards and pride in a job well done Sportsman Boats is constantly looking to improve your boating experience.
Tony
Tournament 234 Bay Boat
I purchased a Tournament 234 to use as a secondary boat for my Charter business. The boat totally exceeds my expectations! I love it and more importantly my clients love it!
Gregory
Tournament 234 Bay Boat
We live and boat on Bogue Sound midway between Swansboro and Morehead City, NC. It isn’t unusual to have it blow up into a 2 ft chop in the late afternoon. Our old skiff would beat us up pretty bad on our way back after a day of fishing with the wet ride taking 30-35 minutes from either of our favorite areas. Our new Sportsman Tournament 234 allows us to get home in 15 smooth, dry minutes. Great ride, nice quality and an easy fishing machine. Exactly what we were looking for in a Bay boat.
Jeffrey
Tournament 234 Bay Boat
Really enjoying our new sportsman. A fishing machine ready off the sales lot. Fun fun fun.
Steve
Tournament 234 Bay Boat
My wife and I are enjoying our boat and are looking forward to spending more time on it!
Joseph & Jean
Tournament 234 Bay Boat
Incredibly dry comfortable ride, especially for a bay boat. Prettiest lines of any boat in its class.
Frederick
Masters 227 Bay Boat (Pre-2025)
I am very happy with my 24 sportsman.
Lloyd
Masters 247 Bay Boat (Pre-2022)
Purchased my Masters 247 four years ago. I liked the boat so much I recently purchased a new 2020 model. The boat does everything I want it to do. I use it primarily for fishing but it also is a great family boat as well. Before purchasing I did extensive research and product comparisons. Bottom line my new boat has the best overall quality and features of any boat I researched. Also was competitively priced with other boats I considered.
James
Masters 247 Bay Boat (Pre-2022)
Love this 247!
Monte
Masters 247 Bay Boat (Pre-2022)
After a year of ownership, I continue to be pleased with performance, build and finish of my SPORTSMAN MASTERS 247.
John
Masters 247 Bay Boat (Pre-2022)
I have been very pleased the 247 Masters Bay Boat. Good ride and handling
Christopher
Masters 247 Bay Boat (Pre-2022)
Our 247 has exceeded expectations. The ride is dry and smooth in light bay/gulf chop.
James
Masters 247 Bay Boat (Pre-2022)
If you are looking for a boat to go out for a dinner excursion, a raft up with family and friends or getting to the fishing grounds in comfort and style the Sportsman 282 Open has it all. All of our guest are always comfortable and complimenting of our newest boat. The fit and finish meets the price point with some very nice added features. Our local dealer and Sales rep have been exceptional from the beginning. They made the entire experience exceptional even in a 32 degree day!
Jenna
Open 282 Center Console (Pre-2022)
Exceeds my expectations. Performance and ride is unbelievable
Bernard
Open 282 Center Console (Pre-2022)
I am extremely happy with my purchase. I am very impressed with the ride of the boat. It handles rough water and wakes really well and feels very stable. The many extras that come standard with this boat are a huge plus.
Walter
Open 282 Center Console (Pre-2022)
I was unsure about which manufacturer was best for me after months of research. I couldn't be happier to have purchased a Sportsman Boat.
Charles
Open 282 Center Console (Pre-2022)
I just want to express the pride I feel being the owner of my Sportsman 252 Open center console. The boat is built extremely well with great attention to detail and material used throughout the boat. Smooth comfortable dry ride. I hold my head up high in my Sportsman Boat.
Troy
Open 252 Center Console (Pre-2024)
We love the 252 Sportsman. Great quality for a well priced boat. Sportsman packaged the boat with top of line features. We have other boats turning around to see what boat we are driving. Great boat to fish from. It is not the boat's fault were are doing a lot of fishing and very little catching.
John & Joan
Open 252 Center Console (Pre-2024)
Great boat, great dealership.
Thomas
Open 252 Center Console (Pre-2024)
Sportsman and Yamaha quality what a great combination what is standard equipment on sportsman is optional with others! Why look elsewhere Sportsman MFG has what you need!
James
Open 252 Center Console (Pre-2024)
Boat performs well when heading offshore on the Gulf of Mexico and very stable when deep dropping. The deck is well thought out and easy to access all pumps, electrical, and filters. Great Standard features and excellent choice for upgrades when ordering. My favorite is the company answers me direct since I have issues using local service center. Again this is great boat from a owner who has had every top tier boat from 23-31 ft previously and decided to step out of the “Ad’s Name Game!!!”
Brian
Open 252 Center Console (Pre-2024)
The best boat I have ever owned
David
Open 252 Center Console (Pre-2024)
Great boat for the money.
Washington
Open 252 Center Console (Pre-2024)
New 252 Open review... Performance: 5 stars... Comfort: 5 stars... Reliability: 5 stars... Electronics: 5 stars... Storage: 5 stars... Overall, I'm extremely happy with my 252 Open, Its a nice family boat and if I want to take customers out on a fishing trip for entertainment I have no worries that they will have fun and be safe in the open Ocean. My Yamaha motors are economical and very reliable for ocean cruising or deep sea fishing
Ronald
Open 252 Center Console (Pre-2024)
The boat has all the bells and whistles
Jeffrey
Open 252 Center Console (Pre-2024)
The 252 open is by far the best boat I have owned.
Daniel
Open 252 Center Console (Pre-2024)
Sportsman continues to deliver beautiful, safe, and awesome boats! Combined with the customer support non parallel to any other. Whatever you need, Sportsman will have you taken care of!
Kurtis
Open 252 Center Console (Pre-2024)
Sportsman Boats offers great quality product with many factory options at a great price point. Boat is built solid and constructed with quality parts, you get all of this with out the big brand name price.
David
Open 242 Center Console
The sportsman 242 open is the best boat I’ve ever owned
Dennis
Open 242 Center Console
When My wife and I decided to upgrade from my 204fx, I came across Sportsman at my dealership. We were undecided between the 232 and 242 because of the price increase. After a quick test ride we knew the 242 would better suit the waters we frequent. The boat has exceeded all my expectations. From the craftsmanship to the performance. Not only am I glad we found sportsman but that we went for the 242! If you are undecided between the 232 and 242 I say go for the 242.
Anthony
Open 242 Center Console
Sportsman 242 is an awesome boat. I am very pleased with the quality and the ride. Would highly recommend this boat to anyone.
Russell
Open 242 Center Console
We have owned 10 boats and the Sportsman 242 is the BEST! Extremely smooth ride in rough water. Steers and handles very well at higher speeds. I definitely recommend the Sportsman Boats and would buy another one.
David
Open 242 Center Console
We recently purchased a 24 Sportsman 242 Open. We live in the Tampa Bay area with great access to the Gulf, Bays and rivers. We wanted a dry boat since Tampa Bay gets choppy, as well as a boat with plenty of seating and beverage holders. After owning the boat for a month and taken it out in various conditions 6 times it has delivered on all of our checklist items. The boat handles very well in choppy waters, is a very dry boat with plenty of seating for cruising with friends.
Christopher
Open 242 Center Console
Great boat, do not regret the purchase what so ever.
Kelli
Open 242 Center Console
Great boat for the money. Durable, lot of features, rides great on rough water.
Kim
Open 242 Center Console
Love the boat, runs and handles great
Darrell
Open 242 Center Console
So far I have been please with my second Sportsman----still missed the first one but needed a bigger boat. I am impressed with the small details that Sportsman has paid attention to: Example was finger groves on the oh crap handle bars!
Danny
Open 242 Center Console
great product: well designed, constructed. a real pleasure to captain. Really had the angler, in mind w/design. Great for family use. Represented by a dealership that exudes professional- excellent service. making the buying experience easy and fun.
Glen
Open 232 Center Console (Pre-2024)
After casting the net wide on a new boat purchase for fishing and cruising, we quickly settled on the Sportsman 232 Open. The experience has been highly professional and informative with both the vessel and the dealer delivering on everything they committed to.
Charles & Michael
Open 232 Center Console (Pre-2024)
Amazing boat. Want something that is reliable and a lot of fun, get you a Sportsman
Ryan
Open 232 Center Console (Pre-2024)