2026 Boston Whaler 280 Vantage

The 2026 Boston Whaler 280 Vantage is a 28-foot dual console built on the brand's signature unsinkable fiberglass hull. Powered by three Mercury engines delivering 1,000 horsepower total, the boat handles both offshore fishing and family watersports. The dual console layout provides flexible seating and sightlines across the helm and passenger areas, while joystick control simplifies maneuvering at low speeds.

The boat comes equipped with a hardtop featuring integrated speakers and cockpit sunshade, plus a full electronics suite including a 12-inch Simrad NSX display, Simrad Halo 24 4KW dome radar, VHF radio, and through-hull transducer. Interior amenities include a vacuum flush head with pumpout, Corian countertops, bow table with filler cushion, and a cockpit table with storage. Additional features comprise underwater LED lighting, spotlight, battery charging system, AGE batteries, beach boarding ladder, anchor package, and white rubrail with stainless insert.

The helm package and electronics are mounted and operational. The boat carries bow and cockpit covers, weather curtains, and is configured with a Coast Guard Safety Package. Factory-installed options include platinum hull-side gel coating, platinum underside hardtop, chrome graphics, and black canvas.