Boston Whaler 280 Dauntless
Sportfishing Powerboat
The Boston Whaler 280 Dauntless is an 8.46 m center-console hybrid introduced in 2023. It blends fishing hardware, family seating, shallow draft, and Whaler foam-filled construction, with outboard package, electronics, livewell systems, and warranty status carrying much of the comparison value.
Key Specifications
- LOA
- 8.46 m / 27.8 ft
- Beam
- 2.74 m / 9.0 ft
- Draft
- 0.46 m / 1.5 ft
- Category
- Sportfishing Powerboat
- Builder
- Boston Whaler
- Model years
- 2023-present
- Use cases
- Sportfishing, Weekender
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Review highlights
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Easy to handle and comfortable for long weekends.
The standout quality is how balanced the boat feels once conditions build. The deck layout keeps movement calm, the interior has enough practical storage for a real trip, and the systems access is better than expected for routine owner checks. I would still inspect service records, canvas, batteries, and through-hulls carefully, but as a model it feels confidence-inspiring and easy to recommend.