280 Outrage
The 280 Outrage® offers loads of features for whoever you are today: A serious angler, thrill-seeking watersports enthusiast or all-day cruiser. Whatever you feel like, the 280 is ready. Designed with functionality in mind and packed with comfort-minded amenities, this new center console shows just how much thought Whaler puts into every confident-to-the-core model. Experience the 280’s smooth blend of rugged comfort and capability for yourself. You’ve not known quality quite like this until now.
- Optional deluxe helm seating includes an adjustable captain’s chair and stationary companion seat.
- Premium package comes with a hardtop that includes 5 rod holders, speakers and storage.
- A comfortable aft bench folds cleanly away to maximize fish-fighting room.
- Large open bow includes a generous lounge with armrests and social-forward seating.
- Deluxe leaning post with bait-prep area, 30-gallon livewell, 3 large fishboxes and more.
- Cutting-edge Mercury® instrumentation and available Raymarine® navigation packages empower you for ultimate offshore success.
- Tempered-glass windshield and optional heavy-duty integrated hardtop system with floodlights and life-jacket storage available.
Functional center console design, confident performance and style for staying out all day in comfort.
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Specs
- L.O.A.:28' (8.53 m)
- Beam:9' 4" (2.84 m)
- Draft:22" (0.56 m)
- Weight (dry, no engine):6,200 lbs. (2,812 kg)
- Maximum Weight Capacity:3,750 lbs. (1,701 kg)
- Swamped Capacity:4,450 lbs. (2,018 kg)
- Persons Capacity:12
- Maximum Horsepower:800 hp (597 kW)
- Minimum Horsepower:500 hp (373 kW)
- Maximum Engine Weight:1,400 lbs. (635 kg)
- Transom Height:25" (0.64 m)
- Deadrise at Transom:23°
- Fuel Capacity:186 gallons (704 L)
- Water Capacity:26 gallons (98.4 L)
- Waste Capacity:6.5 gallons (24.6 L)
- Livewell Volume:30 gallons (113.5 L)
- Bridge Clearance (with Hardtop):8' 6.5" (2.6 m)
- Bridge Clearance (with Hardtop and Radar):9' 11.5" (3.04 m)
- Package Boat Specs (on trailer/engine up):38’ 3”L X 9’ 4”W X 12’ 1”H
- European Certification:B
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Equipment
All rails welded 316-L stainless steel
All hardware 316-L stainless steel
28" interior freeboard
8" stainless steel cleats; bow (2), spring line (2), stern with hawse pipes (2), anchor locker (1)
Acrylic transom door with stainless steel latch
Aft coaming bolsters
Aft tackle storage center (port side) (2 drawers)
Bow and stern eyes
Cockpit and bow courtesy lights
Drink holders; (2) in bow, (2) in hawse pipes, (2) in leaning post, (2) in console
Heavy-duty rub rail
Low profile grab rails welded stainless steel
Motorwell drains
Port aft storage (2)
Rod holders – gunnel-mounted stainless steel (6)
Rod holders – transom-mounted stainless steel (3)
Rod racks – under gunnel
Self-bailing cockpit sole
Steel toe rails – stainless steel
Swim platform with covered telescoping swim ladder with stainless steel grab rail
Thru hull anchor roller davit – stainless steel
12 volt receptacle
Access panels to electronics
Acrylic entry door with lock
Bi-level molded console footrests
Compass
Drink holders (2)
Easy access storage space for personal items
Electronics surface that accommodates two 12" displays
Enclosed head/storage area in console with easy clean liner
Glove box – lockable dry storage
Fold-down step inside console
Instrumentation and electrical switch panel with circuit breaker protection and illuminated text
Interior courtesy light
Port light with screen stainless steel
Portable head with pump-out
Remote ignition key switches with pushbutton start at helm
Steering wheel with knob – cast stainless steel
Dash visor
Foldaway stern seat
Forward console seat with integrated storage
Bow area floodlight
Cockpit floodlights (3)
Dome light (red and white)
Life jacket storage
Rod holders (5)
Bait prep area
Drink holders (2)
Grab rail – welded stainless steel
Livewell lights – red
Pressurized livewell with clear lid and blue interior (30 gallons)
Rod holders (2)
Sink with freshwater and pullout sprayer
Tackle storage drawers (3) port side (deleted with Optional Deluxe Leaning Post with Cooler)
Tip-out trash can (deleted with Optional Deluxe Leaning Post with Cooler)
Upholstered leaning post with flip-up bolster and backrest
Aft tackle storage center (port side)
Bow anchor locker with drain
Dry storage areas in console (3)
Forward deck storage/seats (port and starboard) with drains, gaskets, garage storage, lockable rod storage
Forward in-floor storage and (2) 5-gallon buckets
Leaning post tackle storage
Lockable console storage
Port and starboard aft fishboxes with pump-out and drains
Under-gunnel rod racks (2 per side)
186-gallon fuel tank
250 V8 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with hydraulic power steering
SmartCraft deluxe gauge package
Automatic bilge pumps (750 GPH fwd and 1100 GPH aft)
Battery trays (3) with switches
Electric horn
Electrical distribution/breaker panel with key switches (inside console)
Engine fuel/water separators
Fishbox pump-out (54 gallons each)
Freshwater system with 26-gallon tank, sink at leaning post, transom shower, and anchor washdown
LED navigation lights
Propellers (stainless steel)
Raw-water washdown
Recessed electric trim tabs with indicators
Tilt steering
24/7 access to your boat’s information using the NAUTIC-ON app
Monitor house and engine battery state and bilge pump activity
Review live engine data and diagnostics
Track location with Smart Breadcrumbing and GeoFence
View weather conditions at the boat
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Options
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Gelcoat Hull Side Colors
White (Standard)
Classic Desert Tan
Glacier Green
Light Blue
Light Gray
Painted Hull Colors
Abaco Blue
Fighting Lady Yellow
Horizon Blue
Ice Blue
Jadestone
Oyster Grey
Platinum
Sand Metallic
Steel Blue
Tectonic Silver
Wasabi
250 V8 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with hydraulic power steering (standard engine)
250 V8 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines with hydraulic power steering
300 V8 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado with hydraulic power steering
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300 V8 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verados with hydraulic power steering
300 V8 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines with hydraulic power steering
350 L6 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines
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350 L6 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with hydraulic power steering (91 octane fuel recommended)
350 L6 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines
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350 L6 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines with hydraulic power steering (91 octane fuel recommended)
400 L6 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines
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400 L6 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with hydraulic power steering (91 octane fuel recommended)
400 L6 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines
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400 L6 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with hydraulic power steering (91 octane fuel recommended)
250 V8 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting
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250 V8 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting. Outboard docking system with joystick, electronic steering, Skyhook/autopilot keypad and functionality. (Raymarine or other standalone optional autopilot not permitted with Joystick Piloting) (must select Premium Package or Vessel View 4” display option)
250 V8 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting
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250 V8 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting. Outboard docking system with joystick, electronic steering, Skyhook/autopilot keypad and functionality. (Raymarine or other standalone optional autopilot not permitted with Joystick Piloting) (must select Premium Package or Vessel View 4” display option)
300 V8 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting
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300 V8 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting. Outboard docking system with joystick electronic steering, Skyhook/autopilot keypad and functionality. (Raymarine or other standalone optional autopilot not permitted with Joystick Piloting) (must select Premium Package or Vessel View 4” display option)
300 V8 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting
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300 V8 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting. Outboard docking system with joystick electronic steering, Skyhook/autopilot keypad and functionality. (Raymarine or other standalone optional autopilot not permitted with Joystick Piloting) (must select Premium Package or Vessel View 4” display option)
350 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting
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350 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting. Outboard docking system with joystick electronic steering, Skyhook/autopilot keypad and functionality. (Raymarine or other standalone optional autopilot not permitted with Joystick Piloting) (must select Premium Package or Vessel View 4" display option)
350 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting
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350 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting. Outboard docking system with joystick electronic steering, Skyhook/autopilot keypad and functionality. (Raymarine or other standalone optional autopilot not permitted with Joystick Piloting) (must select Premium Package or Vessel View 4" display option)
400 L6 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting
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400 L6 DTS Black Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting. Outboard docking system with joystick electronic steering, Skyhook/autopilot keypad and functionality. (Raymarine or other standalone optional autopilot not permitted with Joystick Piloting) (must select Premium Package or Vessel View 4”
Display)
400 L6 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting
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400 L6 DTS White Dual Mercury Verado engines with Joystick Piloting. Outboard docking system with joystick electronic steering, Skyhook/autopilot keypad and functionality. (Raymarine or other standalone optional autopilot not permitted with Joystick Piloting) (must select Premium Package or Vessel View 4”
Display)
Premium Audio Package (adds 6.5” speakers (2), 8” sub, 800w amp)
Raymarine Autopilot Evolution with 3.5” color TFT display
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Raymarine Autopilot Evolution with 3.5” color TFT display (not compatible with joystick piloting)(must select a navigation package)
Raymarine 12” Axiom Pro RVX Electronics / Navigation Package
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Raymarine 12” Axiom Pro RVX Electronics / Navigation Package (Raymarine Axiom Pro-RVX 12” MFD) (1000W thru-hull transducer B175 med) (Navionics Chart Card: North America/Canada)
Raymarine 12” Axiom Pro S Additional Display Electronics Package
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Raymarine 12” Axiom Pro S Additional Display Electronics Package (Raymarine Axiom Pro 12” with single channel CHIRP sonar) (CPT100 Transom Mount Transducer)
Raymarine 12” Axiom RV Electronics / Navigation Package
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Raymarine 12” Axiom RV Electronics / Navigation Package (Raymarine Axiom RV 12” screen) (GPS/chart plotter/fishfinder) (1000W thru-hull transducer B175 med) (Navionics Chart Card: North America/Canada)
Raymarine 12” Axiom Additional Display Package
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Raymarine 12” Axiom Additional Display Package (Raymarine Axiom 12” screen) (GPS/chart plotter/fishfinder) (must select a navigation package) (not compatible with Vessel View 7)
Raymarine 16” Axiom Pro RVX Electronics / Navigation Package
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Raymarine 16” Axiom Pro RVX Electronics / Navigation Package (Raymarine Axiom Pro-RVX 15.6” MFD) (1000W thru-hull transducer B175 med) (Navionics Chart Card: North America/Canada)
Raymarine 16” Axiom XL Electronics / Navigation Package
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Raymarine 16” Axiom XL Electronics / Navigation Package (Raymarine Axiom XL 16” screen) (GPS/chart plotter/fishfinder) (Raymarine Sounder RVX-1000) (1000W thru-hull transducer B175 med) (Navionics Chart Card: North America/Canada)
Raymarine Radar – Radome - 4kW 24”
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Raymarine Radar – Radome (4kW 24” high definition digital radome)(must select navigation package)
Raymarine Radar – Radome with Satellite Weather
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Raymarine Radar – Radome with Satellite Weather (Must select Navigation Package)(requires monthly subscription)(Raymarine 4kW 24” High Definition Digital Radome)(Raymarine Sirius Marine weather)
Raymarine Ray63 VHF radio with GPS and wireless handset
Raymarine Satellite Weather
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Raymarine Satellite Weather (requires monthly subscription)(must select navigation package)
Raymarine RealVision 3D Sonar Direct Connect
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Raymarine RealVision 3D Sonar Direct Connect (RV-100 transom mount transducer)(Chirp DownVision, SideVision)(must select a navigation package)
Satellite radio – Sirius satellite receiver with antenna
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Satellite radio – Sirius satellite receiver with antenna (must select stereo option)
Stereo - FUSION® iPod / iPhone dock audio, AM/FM/USB audio +
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Stereo - FUSION® iPod / iPhone dock audio, AM/FM/USB audio/VHF/WX/Sirus XMTM ready, JL waterproof speakers (4), remote control at helm, and USB/MP3 input
Vessel View 4" display (network connections to Raymarine with navigation package)
Vessel View Mobile
Active Engine Trim
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Active Engine Trim (Mercury option that automatically adjusts drive trim based on speed)
Anchor - stainless steel
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Anchor - stainless steel (must select anchor windlass)
Anchor windlass (low profile with rode and anchor)
Anchor windlass chain (150’)
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Anchor windlass chain (150’) (must select anchor windlass)
Battery charging system
Bow tow eye
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Bow tow eye – secondary tow eye, in addition to standard towing eye for use of 2 tow bridles
Dive tank holders (4)
Forward coaming bolsters
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Forward coaming bolsters (included in comfort package)
Hardtop with electronics box
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Hardtop with electronics box – includes: bow area flood light, cockpit flood lights (2), dome light (red and white), electronics box, lifejacket storage, outrigger ready, rod holders (5), tempered glass windshield with power actuated vent
Hardtop gelcoat (hardtop underside color matches hull color)
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Hardtop gelcoat (hardtop underside color matches hull color) (must select hardtop) (options include abaco blue, classic desert tan, glacier green, light blue, light grey, platinum)
Lighting - Underwater LED
Livewell – 17 gallons – port aft
Outriggers - radial outriggers (black) (for T-Top)
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Outriggers - radial outriggers (black) (for T-top)
Outriggers – radial outriggers (black)(for hardtop)
Premium package – includes: Hardtop with electronics box option and all components
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Premium package – includes: Hardtop with electronics box option and all components, including: 8” cross tie cleats at transom, bow cushions, cockpit line holders (4), deluxe helm seating, forward coaming bolsters, pullout sprayer in console, stainless steel drink holders (12), under gunnel storage shelves, Vacu-flush toilet, holding tank, overboard discharge and dockside pump-out, Vessel View 4” Display (network connections to Raymarine with Navigation Package)
Rails - bow rail
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Rails - bow rail (replaces low profile rail)
Rails - split bow rail
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Rails - split bow rail (replaces low profile rail)
Rails - white rub rail with stainless steel insert
Refrigerated bucket at leaning post
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Refrigerated bucket at leaning post (deletes livewell)
Seating - bow cushion
Seating - bow filler
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Seating - bow filler (includes bow cushions) (must select bow table)Spotlight (hardtop only)
Seating - deluxe helm seating
Seating - deluxe leaning post with cooler
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Seating - deluxe leaning post with cooler – includes: bench seat with backrest and flip-up thigh rise (optional dual helm seat with flip-up armrests can be selected)
Seating - fold down trolling seats
Spotlight (must select hardtop)
Sunshade at bow, manual setup
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Sunshade at bow, manual setup – attaches to hardtop and (4) poles on forward bow area
Sunshade at cockpit
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Sunshade at cockpit (must select T-Top or Hardtop)
Table - at bow with canvas cover
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Table – at bow with canvas cover
T-Top (standard)
T-Top electronics box
Windshield wiper
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Windshield wiper (must select hardtop)
Canvas cover package (black or blue) – includes: console cover +
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Canvas cover package (black or blue) – includes: console cover, console cover with backrest covers, leaning post cover, stern seat backrest cover
Premium canvas cover package (black or blue) – includes: bow cushion cover +
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Premium canvas cover package (black or blue)(must select premium package) – includes: bow cushion cover, console cover, console cover with backrest covers, leaning post cover, stern seat backrest cover
Wing curtains
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Wing curtains (black or blue) (hardtop only)
Performance
Dual Mercury 400 Verado
- Testing Information
- Model: 280 Outrage
- Hull #: USBWCE2178C919
- Engine: Dual Mercury 400 Verado
- Horsepower: 800
- Gear Ratio: 1.75:1
- Prop: 14 5/8" x 20" Rev 4
- Fuel Capacity: 186 gal
- Notable Options: Anchor windlass, Joystick piloting, Hardtop, Dual 12" electronics, 4KW radome, VHF, Stereo
- Test Date: 26-March-2019
- Weight Summary
Tested weight is for the vessel as configured. Subject to change based on options and loading condition.
- Dry Weight: N/A
- Fuel: 95 gal
- Water: 0 gal
- Test Gear: 25 lbs
- Personnel: 445 lbs
- Test Weight: N/A
- Water Conditions: 64° F
- Weather Conditions: 70° F
Dual Mercury 350 Verado
- Testing Information
- Model: 280 Outrage
- Hull #: USBWCE0540H516
- Engine: Dual Mercury 350 Verado (Offshore Gearcase)
- Horsepower: 700
- Gear Ratio: 1.85 : 1
- Prop: 14 5/8” x 20” Rev4
- Fuel Capacity: 186 gallons
- Notable Options: Joystick & Hardtop
- Test Date: 27-October-2015
- Weight Summary
Tested weight is for the vessel as configured. Subject to change based on options and loading condition.
- Dry Weight: 8,439
- Fuel: 75 gallons
- Water: 13 gallons
- Test Gear: 25 lbs
- Personnel: 360 lbs
- Test Weight: 9,394
- Water Conditions: 76° F
- Weather Conditions: 78° F
Dual Mercury 300 V8 AMS
- Testing Information
- Model: 280 Outrage
- Hull #: USBWCE2520D818
- Engine: Dual Mercury 300 V8 AMS
- Horsepower: 600
- Gear Ratio: 1.85 : 1
- Prop: 14 5/8” x 20” Rev4
- Fuel Capacity: 186 gallons
- Notable Options: Windlass, Premium Package, Port Aft Livewell
- Test Date: 2-May-2018
- Weight Summary
Tested weight is for the vessel as configured. Subject to change based on options and loading condition.
- Dry Weight: N/A
- Fuel: 96 gallons
- Water: 0 gallons
- Test Gear: 20 lbs
- Personnel: 385 lbs
- Test Weight: N/A
- Water Conditions: 74° F
- Weather Conditions: 70° F
Dual Mercury 250 V8 AMS
- Testing Information
- Model: 280 Outrage
- Hull #: USBWCE2520D818
- Engine: Dual Mercury 250 V8 AMS
- Horsepower: 500
- Gear Ratio: 1.85 : 1
- Prop: 14 5/8” x 20” Rev4
- Fuel Capacity: 186 gallons
- Notable Options: Windlass, Premium Package, Port Aft Livewell
- Test Date: 03-May-2018
- Weight Summary
Tested weight is for the vessel as configured. Subject to change based on options and loading condition.
- Dry Weight: N/A
- Fuel: 96 gallons
- Water: 0 gallons
- Test Gear: 20 lbs
- Personnel: 385 lbs
- Test Weight: N/A
- Water Conditions: 75° F
- Weather Conditions: 76° F
280 Outrage Engine Comparison
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