2026 Sportsman Open 252 Center Console

The 2026 Sportsman Open 252 is a 25-foot center console powered by a Yamaha F350XSA2 4-stroke outboard producing 350 horsepower. The boat reaches a top speed of 57.1 mph and planes in 4.3 seconds, with a best cruising efficiency of 3.5 mph at 32.6 mph. The hull is finished in snow white with white powder-coated hardtop and features an integrated tempered glass windshield with vent.

The center console layout includes premium dual helm chairs with flip-up bolsters and armrests, a removable bow sundeck with table and cushion set, and a bow cushion set with removable filler board. Accommodations feature a porcelain head with overboard discharge and pump out, plus a 15-gallon freshwater tank with washdown system. The boat is equipped with a 68-quart built-in console cooler seat and a 30-gallon aquarium livewell.

Electronics and navigation are comprehensive, with a Garmin GPSMAP 1243xsv 12-inch multifunction display, Garmin GT12M 350-watt CHIRP transducer, Garmin VHF 115 radio, and SportLink electronics integration system. Power management includes dual battery configuration with switch and trays, plus a ProMariner ProTournament Elite 3-bank battery charger. Seakeeper Ride VACS stabilization, an Edson 13-inch stainless steel steering wheel with PowerKnob, and Maretron MPower digital switching round out the electronics.

Fishing amenities include two macerated in-deck fish boxes and King Fish rod holders. The boat comes with a windlass and anchor with 300 feet of rope, telescoping ski tow bar, trolling motor plug and harness, and is finished with Serenity Sileather marine silicone fabrics in Icecap custom upholstery. An Amera-Trail premium trailer is included.