280 Vantage
Starting at $316533.0 MSRP i
The all-new 280 Vantage builds on the legacy of the award-winning Vantage series, delivering exceptional stability, comfort and ease of operation. With its family-friendly dual-console layout and smart, convertible seating, the 280 provides plenty of space for everyone to stretch out and relax. Try a new activity, or try a whole range of them: The 280 Vantage is an all-access pass to everything your family wants to do on the water, from discovering remote beaches to finding thrills at the end of a towrope or fishing line.
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280 VANTAGE FEATURES
- Sleek, redesigned bow available with both windlass and boarding ladder
- Convertible portside lounge seating adjusts to an array of configurations
- Easy access from the dock or the water via the standard portside dive door
- Integrated hardtop and windshield provide great weather protection and clear visibility
- Hardtop can be equipped with an electrically acuated cockpit Shureshade
- Dedicated fishing features include cockpit fishboxes, transom livewell and strategically-placed rod holders
- Cockpit grill station makes for easy entertaining and stows away when not in use
Dimensions
29' 1" (8.86 m)
L.O.A. (with platforms)
27' 9" (8.45 m)
L.O.A. (on centerline, from bow to engine mounting location)
9’ 6” (2.74 m)
Beam
21” (0.53 m)
Draft
25” (0.64 m)
Transom Height
21°
Deadrise at Transom
8’ 5” (2.57 m)
Bridge Clearance (with hardtop)
9’ 1” (2.77 m)
Bridge Clearance (with hardtop and radar)
26’ 10” X 9’ 0” X 9’ 2”
Package boat specs (on trailer, engine up)
B
European Certification
Weight
6,940 lbs (3,148 kg)
Weight (dry, no engine)
9,610 lbs (4,359 kg)
Weight (with engine, fuel and water)
Capacity
3,911 lbs (1,774 kg)
Maximum Weight Capacity
4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)
Swamped Capacity
12
Persons Capacity
180 gallons (681.3 L)
Fuel Capacity
20 gallons (76 L)
Water Capacity
6 gallons (23 L)
Waste Capacity
19 gallons (71.9 L)
Livewell Volume
Engines
800 HP (596 kW)
Maximum Horsepower
500 HP (373 kW)
Minimum Horsepower
1,400 lbs (635 kg)
Maximum Engine Weight
29' 1" (8.86 m)
L.O.A. (with platforms)
27' 9" (8.45 m)
L.O.A. (on centerline, from bow to engine mounting location)
9’ 6” (2.74 m)
Beam
21” (0.53 m)
Draft
25” (0.64 m)
Transom Height
21°
Deadrise at Transom
8’ 5” (2.57 m)
Bridge Clearance (with hardtop)
9’ 1” (2.77 m)
Bridge Clearance (with hardtop and radar)
26’ 10” X 9’ 0” X 9’ 2”
Package boat specs (on trailer, engine up)
B
European Certification
6,940 lbs (3,148 kg)
Weight (dry, no engine)
9,610 lbs (4,359 kg)
Weight (with engine, fuel and water)
3,911 lbs (1,774 kg)
Maximum Weight Capacity
4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)
Swamped Capacity
12
Persons Capacity
180 gallons (681.3 L)
Fuel Capacity
20 gallons (76 L)
Water Capacity
6 gallons (23 L)
Waste Capacity
19 gallons (71.9 L)
Livewell Volume
800 HP (596 kW)
Maximum Horsepower
500 HP (373 kW)
Minimum Horsepower
1,400 lbs (635 kg)
Maximum Engine Weight
Standard features & Options
All hardware 316-L stainless steel
All rails welded 316-L stainless steel
28” cockpit depth
8” stainless steel cleats - bow (2), pop-up stern (2), pop-up spring line (2)
Anchor windlass with 200’ of rode, chain and anchor
Bow and stern eyes
Cockpit coaming bolsters
Cockpit courtesy lights - dual color blue/white
Covered telescoping swim ladder with stainless steel grab rail
Drink holders (12)
Heavy-duty rub rail
Insulated in-floor fishboxes with pump-out (2) (located aft) (25 gallons)
Livewell with light (19 gallons)
Molded fiberglass port side dive/boarding door with removable stainless-steel dive ladder and deployable grab rail
Motorwell drains
Rod holders (gunnel-mounted, stainless steel) (3)
Self-bailing cockpit sole
Stainless steel grab rails
Transom door with stainless steel latch
Grab rails (located on centerline, stainless steel) (2)
Lighting - LED navigation lights
Lighting - LED overhead courtesy lighting (blue) (4)
Lighting - LED courtesy map light (red/white) (1)
Coaming pocket with courtesy light and drink holders (2)
Sink with freshwater faucet
Starboard aft facing seat with integrated cooler (11 gallons)
Stainless steel grab rail
Integrated storage (deleted with refrigerator)
Bow bolster
Bow cushions with backrests
Bow walkthrough block off panel
Drink holders (4)
Fiberglass lids with latches (3)
Integrated centerline bow cooler (12 gallons)
Recessed storage / cup holder compartment
Welded stainless steel forward side rails
USB charging receptacle (dual)
12V receptacle
Access panel to electronics
Cast stainless steel steering wheel with urethane grip
Compass
Courtesy light
Dash visor
Drink holders (2)
Electronics mounting surface
Helm and companion footrests
Electrical switch panel with circuit breaker protection
Storage bucket
Tempered bonded glass windshield
Trash door
Windshield wiper (starboard)
Dash visor
Decorative floor inlay
Interior light
Gasketed lockable entry door with dual gaskets and draw down latch
Molded fiberglass console liner
Portable head with pump-out
Sink with faucet and Corian countertop
Stainless steel grab rail
Stainless steel storage hooks (2)
Storage locker
Storage inboard with material keeper
Aft facing seating at starboard prep station
Bow seating area with lounge backrests and armrests (port and starboard)
Convertible port lounge seat with gasketed storage
Deluxe custom Boston Whaler helm seat with high/low pedestal
Fold-out stern seat with backrest
Bow anchor locker with drain and windlass
Captain’s pocket storage with USB outlet below the dash
Cockpit storage center
Console storage with stainless steel latch
Head storage compartment
Insulated bow storage lockers (port and starboard with overboard drains)
Centerline insulated cooler with overboard drain
250 V8 Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with hydraulic power steering
Automatic bilge pump
Battery trays (4)
Electric horn
Freshwater system (20 gallons) with bow and stern sprayers
Fuel tank (185 gallons)
LED navigation lights
Livewell (19 gallons) (located transom, port side)
Recessed electric trim tabs with indicators
SmartCraft deluxe gauge package
Stainless steel propellers
Tilt steering
Transducer mount area
Display key engine data on your smartphone (Android or Apple iPhone)
Bluetooth connection via Vessel View Mobile app (compatible while connected to stereo)
Troubleshooting assistance with dealer notification
Gelcoat Hull Side Colors
Classic Desert Tan
Classic Desert Tan
Glacier Green
Glacier Green
Light Blue
Light Blue
Platinum
Platinum
Gelcoat Full Hull Colors
White
White
Painted Hull Colors
Abaco Blue
Abaco Blue
Fighting Lady Yellow
Fighting Lady Yellow
Horizon Blue
Horizon Blue
Ice Blue
Ice Blue
Jadestone
Jadestone
Oyster Gray
Oyster Gray
Platinum
Platinum
Sand Metallic
Sand Metallic
Steel Blue
Steel Blue
Tectonic Silver
Tectonic Silver
Wasabi
Wasabi
Graphic Colors
Black graphics
Black graphics
Blue graphics
Blue graphics
Chrome graphics
Chrome graphics
(with silver stripe)
Red graphics
Red graphics
Silver graphics
Silver graphics
White graphics
White graphics
Frame Color
Black Frame
White Frame
Hardtop Underside Color
Abaco Blue
Abaco Blue
Classic Desert Tan
Classic Desert Tan
Glacier Green
Glacier Green
Horizon Blue
Horizon Blue
Light Blue
Light Blue
Platinum
Platinum
Steel Blue
Steel Blue
White
White
Dual Engines
250 V8 Black Dual Mercury Verados
engines with hydraulic power steering (standard engine)
250 V8 White Dual Mercury Verados
engines with hydraulic power steering
250 V8 Black Dual Mercury Verados w/JPO
dual engines with Joystick Piloting; outboard docking system with joystick, electronic steering, Skyhook/autopilot keypad functionality (Raymarine or other standalone optional autopilot not permitted with Joystick Piloting) (includes VesselView) (includes fuel/water separators)
250 V8 White Dual Mercury Verados w/JPO
dual engines with Joystick Piloting; outboard docking system with joystick, electronic steering, Skyhook/autopilot keypad functionality (Raymarine or other standalone optional autopilot not permitted with Joystick Piloting) (includes VesselView) (includes fuel/water separators)
300 V8 Black Dual Mercury Verados
engines with hydraulic power steering
300 V8 White Dual Mercury Verados
engines with hydraulic power steering
300 V8 Black Dual Mercury Verados w/JPO
dual engines with Joystick Piloting; outboard docking system with joystick, electronic steering, Skyhook/autopilot keypad functionality (Raymarine or other standalone optional autopilot not permitted with Joystick Piloting) (includes VesselView) (includes fuel/water separators)
300 V8 White Dual Mercury Verados w/JPO
dual engines with Joystick Piloting; outboard docking system with joystick, electronic steering, Skyhook/autopilot keypad functionality (Raymarine or other standalone optional autopilot not permitted with Joystick Piloting) (includes VesselView) (includes fuel/water separators)
Railings and Rub Rails
Rails - split bow rail
Rails - split bow rail
Rails- white rub rail with stainless insert
Rails- white rub rail with stainless insert
Black Rubrail With Stainless Steel Insert
Black Rubrail With Stainless Steel Insert
Entertaining Features
European Summer Kitchen
Table - bow table with filler cushion
Table -cockpit table with dedicated storage
Notable Options & Accessories
Air compressor system
Anchor - stainless steel
Battery charging system
Battery charging system (220V)
Beach boarding ladder
Beach boarding ladder
Bow tow eye
Corian countertop at utility center
Glovebox (port console)
Gray water system
Lighting - underwater LED
Raw water washdown
Spotlight
