The 2026 Contender 44 ST is a 44-foot center console sportfisher powered by four Mercury Verado 400 engines delivering 1,600 horsepower. Built from fiberglass, the boat features a 12-foot beam and is engineered for rough-water handling and tournament fishing performance. The hull design prioritizes seakeeping and maneuverability across variable conditions.
The boat carries a full Garmin electronics package and is equipped with a Seakeeper 3 gyrostabilizer for reduced roll. Helm control includes Mercury 360 Joystick steering. The upper station features a fold-down design, and the cockpit layout includes third-row seating. Standard fuel capacity is 600 gallons, with an optional 100-gallon addition available.
The boat comes equipped with five-year platinum warranties on the Mercury engines. This particular example was built to order by an owner with extensive Contender experience and configured with a comprehensive options package.
Length
43.83 FT
Beam
12.00 FT
Material
Fiberglass
Engines
4
Engine Make
Mercury Verado 400
Engine Model
V10
Power
4 x NaN HP
Hours
200 HRS
Fuel
Gasoline
Fuel
600 GAL
Water
70 GAL