2026 Grady-White 281 Coastal Explorer

The 281 Coastal Explorer is a 27.6-foot fiberglass sportfish built on Grady-White's proven design. It is powered by dual Yamaha F300 outboards delivering 600 horsepower combined, with full maneuverability. The hull features Ocean Mist Blue gel coat with an upgraded underside finish. Deck hardware is 316 stainless steel and through-bolted throughout.

The cockpit is self-bailing with two drains and includes an 18-gallon insulated livewell with light and 500 GPH pump. The casting platform has been extended with a cushion, and rod storage is provided with four aft and four amidships holders. A bow table, ski pylon, and trolling motor prep package are fitted. Under-water lights and an ivory bow shade complete the exterior. The boat carries an anchor windlass with rode and line, operable from both the helm and windlass station.

Electronics center on a Garmin dual GPSMAP 8616xsv with 16-inch touchscreen, built-in BlueChart g2 Coastal and LakeVu HD maps, and flush-mount installation. A Garmin Airmar B175M 1kW Chirp transducer and Garmin VHF 215 marine radio with 8-foot antenna are also aboard. Safety systems include two automatic bilge pumps rated at 2600 GPH combined, fire extinguisher holder, and basic flotation. Dual batteries with select switch and charger are installed.

The boat comes with a tandem-axle aluminum trailer featuring hydraulic surge brakes on both axles, disk brakes, LED lights, guide poles, aluminum wheels, and ratchet tie-down straps.