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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27' 9" (8.46m)
28' 8" (8.74m)
9' (2.74m)
18" (0.46m)
30" for single engine 25" for dual engines (0.76m for single engine 0.64m for dual engines)
18 degrees
8' 4" (2.54m)
6' 7" (2.00m)
37' (11.28M)
35' (10.67m)
11' 5" (3.48m)
5,495 lbs (2,492 kg)
7,410 lbs (3,361 kg)
3,736 lbs (1,694 kg)
5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)
12
160 gallons (606 L)
18 gallons (68 L)
30 gallons (113.56 L)
600 HP (447 kW)
350 HP (298 kW)
1,400 lbs (635 kW)
27' 9" (8.46m)
28' 8" (8.74m)
9' (2.74m)
18" (0.46m)
30" for single engine 25" for dual engines (0.76m for single engine 0.64m for dual engines)
18 degrees
8' 4" (2.54m)
6' 7" (2.00m)
37' (11.28M)
35' (10.67m)
11' 5" (3.48m)
5,495 lbs (2,492 kg)
7,410 lbs (3,361 kg)
3,736 lbs (1,694 kg)
5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)
12
160 gallons (606 L)
18 gallons (68 L)
30 gallons (113.56 L)
600 HP (447 kW)
350 HP (298 kW)
1,400 lbs (635 kW)
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
Glacier Green
Classic Desert Tan
Light Blue
Platinum
White
Red Graphics
Black Graphics
White Graphics
Silver Graphics
Blue Graphics
Chrome Graphics
Frame White
Frame Black
Platinum
Glacier Green
Classic Desert Tan
Light Blue
White
Helm Seat
White rub-rail with stainless steel insert
Black rub-rail with stainless steel insert
Battery Charging System
Bow Tow eye
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