280 Dauntless
Starting at $232885.0 MSRP i
The all-new 280 Dauntless completes the full evolution of our iconic, multifunctional center-console bay boat series. True to its family name, our newest model empowers you to take on adventures fearlessly and explore uncharted territory with confidence. With a wide range of packages available, boaters can choose the right propulsion.
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280 DAUNTLESS FEATURES
- Engine and piloting packages ranging from high-horsepower single engines to joystick-controlled options let you take on the entire bay.
- Spacious forward seating combined with a center-console cockpit configuration keeps the whole crew happy.
- Large swim platforms with an optional fold-out patio gives you the power to safely take on more pursuits—on the deck, behind the boat, and in the water—with fewer obstacles in between.
- Optional windlass and beach boarding ladder lets you drop anchor wherever you find yourself on the journey.
- Innovative helm seat transforms from a captain’s chair into a leaning post or a vantage point for trolling with the push of a button.
- Spacious forward lounge conceals a large storage garage, designed to provide easier access to dive tanks, buckets and fishing rods.
- Ample rod storage, a standard transom livewell and pump-out forward fishbox provide outstanding fishability.
- Entertainment enhancements through an improved stereo system and colored RGB lighting take the day from fearless to fun in no time flat.
- Digital Switching Technology lets you control lighting and electronics remotely for better battery life.
- A full tempered-glass windshield offers enhanced protection with additional vents and wiper-wash for visibility in all conditions.
Dimensions
27' 9" (8.46m)
L.O.A
28' 8" (8.74m)
L.O.A. Includes swim platform
9' (2.74m)
Beam
18" (0.46m)
Draft
30" for single engine 25" for dual engines (0.76m for single engine 0.64m for dual engines)
Transom Height
18 degrees
Deadrise at transom
8' 4" (2.54m)
Bridge Clearance (no top)
6' 7" (2.00m)
Bridge Clearance (with hardtop)
37' (11.28M)
Package Boat Specs (on trailer / engine up)
35' (10.67m)
Package Boat Specs (on trailer / engine down)
11' 5" (3.48m)
Package Boat Specs (on trailer / w/hardtop)
Weight
5,495 lbs (2,492 kg)
Weight (dry, no engine)
7,410 lbs (3,361 kg)
Weight (with engines and fuel)
Capacity
3,736 lbs (1,694 kg)
Max. Weight Capacity
5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)
Swamped Capacity
12
Persons Capacity
160 gallons (606 L)
Fuel Capacity
18 gallons (68 L)
Water Capacity
30 gallons (113.56 L)
Livewell Capacity
Engines
600 HP (447 kW)
Maximum Horsepower
350 HP (298 kW)
Minimum Horsepower
1,400 lbs (635 kW)
Maximum Engine Weight
27' 9" (8.46m)
L.O.A
28' 8" (8.74m)
L.O.A. Includes swim platform
9' (2.74m)
Beam
18" (0.46m)
Draft
30" for single engine 25" for dual engines (0.76m for single engine 0.64m for dual engines)
Transom Height
18 degrees
Deadrise at transom
8' 4" (2.54m)
Bridge Clearance (no top)
6' 7" (2.00m)
Bridge Clearance (with hardtop)
37' (11.28M)
Package Boat Specs (on trailer / engine up)
35' (10.67m)
Package Boat Specs (on trailer / engine down)
11' 5" (3.48m)
Package Boat Specs (on trailer / w/hardtop)
5,495 lbs (2,492 kg)
Weight (dry, no engine)
7,410 lbs (3,361 kg)
Weight (with engines and fuel)
3,736 lbs (1,694 kg)
Max. Weight Capacity
5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)
Swamped Capacity
12
Persons Capacity
160 gallons (606 L)
Fuel Capacity
18 gallons (68 L)
Water Capacity
30 gallons (113.56 L)
Livewell Capacity
600 HP (447 kW)
Maximum Horsepower
350 HP (298 kW)
Minimum Horsepower
1,400 lbs (635 kW)
Maximum Engine Weight
Standard features & Options
All Rails Welded 316-L Stainless Steel
All Hardware 316-L Stainless Steel
22.5" cockpit depth
8" cleats; bow (2), stern (2), spring line (2)
Low profile bow rail - welded stainless steel
Casting platform aft
Starboard transom walkthrough
Drink holders stainless steel, forward (4), lounge (2), console (3), aft seats (2)
Garboard drain plug
Lifting eyes - bow and stern
Rod holders stainless steel, stern deck (3), gunnel mounted (2), Bow (2)
Livewell (19 gallons) Insulated with blue interior, light and flush mounted lid in stern deck
Heavy-duty rub rail
Self-bailing cockpit sole
Low profile aft side rails - welded stainless steel
Swim platform with telescoping ladder
Lighting - LED courtesy lighting in cockpit, (multi color RGBW) (2 in bow, 2 at helm, 2 at stern deck)
Cast stainless steel steering wheel with knob
Compass
Wireless phone charger
Console face tan gelcoat
Drink holders (3) SS
Electrical switch panel
Electronics mounting surface (for 16" display or dual 12" displays)
Acrylic access door in aluminum frame with stainless steel latch
Head porta potti (with pump-out)
Interior LED light
Hooks - stainless steel (2)
Forward port and starboard seats with folding backrests
Forward console lounge with armrests
Stern bench seat with folding backrest
Fiberglass leaning post with convertible deluxe helm seating: Port and starboard armrests, flip up bolsters, integrated storage drawers, grab rail, electric actuation converts helm seating into aft facing couch with leaning post for captain
Bow, anchor locker with overboard drain and stainless-steel gas shock
Insulated bow storage lockers, P&S, with overboard drains and stainless-steel gas shocks
Forward in floor fish box with overboard drain and pump out
Lockable console front storage - holds multiple rods, buckets, gear, and optional dive tank racks (includes: garage storage organizer for easy access to smaller gear)
Lockable console storage
Storage drawers in leaning post
Storage under aft seat
Floodlights (1 aft, 1 forward)
Dome light (red and white)
LED courtesy lighting, (multi color RGBW) (2)
Lifejacket storage
Watersports tow point
Rod holders (4)
350 L6 (DTS) Black Mercury Verado with hydraulic power steering (91 octane fuel recommended)
Active engine trim
Tilt steering
Propeller - stainless steel
Automatic bilge pump
Battery trays (3) with switch and wiring
Electric horn
Electric trim tabs with indicators
Freshwater shower (18-gallon tank) with stern sprayer
Fuel tank 160-gallon
Navigation lights
Integrated Mercury SmartCraft® Connect
Display key engine data on your smartphone (Android® or Apple® iPhone®)
Bluetooth® connection via VesselView® mobile app (compatible while connected to stereo)
Troubleshooting assistance with dealer notification
Gelcoat Hull Side Colors
Glacier Green
Glacier Green
Glacier Geen Gelcoat Hull Side Color
Classic Desert Tan
Classic Desert Tan
Classic Desert Tan Gelcoat Hull Side Color
Light Blue
Light Blue
Light Blue Gelcoat Hull Side Color
Platinum
Platinum
Platinum Gelcoat Hull Side Color
Gelcoat Full Hull Colors
White
White
White Gelcoat Hull
Graphic Colors
Red Graphics
Red Graphics
Red BW Logo and Model Designator
Black Graphics
Black Graphics
Black BW Logo and Model Designator
White Graphics
White Graphics
White BW Logo and Model Designator
Silver Graphics
Silver Graphics
Silver BW Logo and Model Designator
Blue Graphics
Blue Graphics
Blue BW Logo and Model Designator
Chrome Graphics
Chrome Graphics
Chrome BW Logo and Model Designator
Frame Color
Frame White
Frame Black
Hardtop Underside Color
Platinum
Platinum
Platinum Hardtop Underside Color
Glacier Green
Glacier Green
Glacier Green Hardtop Underside Color
Classic Desert Tan
Classic Desert Tan
Classic Desert Tan Hardtop Underside Color
Light Blue
Light Blue
Light Blue Hardtop Underside Color
White
White
White Hardtop Underside Color
Dual Engines
Helm Seating
Helm Seat
Railings and Rub Rails
White rub-rail with stainless steel insert
Black rub-rail with stainless steel insert
Fishing Features
Notable Options & Accessories
Battery Charging System
Bow Tow eye
Navigation
NAV PKG, SIMRAD 12" NSX ADDT'L DISP
12 Simrad NSX Additional Display Electronics Package - Simrad NSX 12 MFD (GPS, Chart plotter, Fishfinder)
NAV PKG, SIMRAD 16" NSO
16 SIMRAD NSO EVO3S ELECTRONICS/NAVIGATION PACKAGE (Replaces standard 12 Simrad NSX display)Simrad NSO evo3S 16 screen (GPS, Chart Plotter, Fishfinder) Integrated Mercury VesselView Link (Replaces Mercury SmartCraft Connect)
Electronics
CMAP Discovery Chart Card - South America/Caribbean
CMAP Discovery Chart Card - Central/West Europe
CMAP Discovery Chart Card - North/Central Europe
CMAP Discovery Chart Card - Southern Europe
CMAP Discovery Chart Card - Arica/Arabic Sea
CMAP Discovery Chart Card - Australia/New Zealand
CMAP Discovery X Chart Card - South America/Caribbean
CMAP Discovery X Chart Card - Central/West Europe
CMAP Discovery X Chart Card - North/Central Europe
CMAP Discovery X Chart Card - Southern Europe
CMAP Discovery X Chart Card - Arica/Arabic Sea
CMAP Discovery X Chart Card - Australia/New Zealand
RADAR, SIMRAD DOME HALO24
Simrad HALO24 4kW 24 High Definition Digital Dome
VHF RADIO (SIMRAD)
Simrad RS20S VHF Radio