2026 Sportsman Open 252 Center Console

The 2026 Sportsman Open 252 is a 25-foot center console built on a solid fiberglass hull with a 21-degree deadrise at the transom. Power comes from twin 150-horsepower engines, and the boat carries 128 gallons of fuel and 15 gallons of freshwater. The design accommodates up to 12 passengers and features a dry weight of 4,672 pounds.

The boat is equipped with Seakeeper Ride VACS (Vessel Attitude Control System), which automatically stabilizes pitch and roll while underway to improve comfort in varied conditions. A 30-gallon transparent transom livewell keeps bait healthy and visible, while dual in-deck macerated fish boxes and under-leaning post tackle storage support fishing operations. A high-speed livewell pickup system rounds out the fishing setup.

Comfort and convenience features include a removable bow sundeck with table, Sileather marine silicone seating fabrics, a porcelain head with pump-out, and a premium Garmin Apollo RA670 sound system. The boat is built using Sportsman's SportTech Advanced Fabrication Process, which uses 100% fiberglass construction without wood components for durability.