Nauset Marine
45 Cranberry Highway,
Orleans MA, 02653
Tel:508.255.0777
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2023 Boston Whaler 280 Dauntless

Year 2023
Length 27'9 ft

The 280 Dauntless completes the full evolution of our iconic, multifunctional center-console bay boat series. True to its family name, this 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.

Specifications

Year Built 2023
Category Power
Length Overall 28'8 ft
Beam 9 ft
Number of Passengers 12
Construction Fiberglass
Deadrise Angle 18 deg
Min Draft 1'6 ft
Fuel Tank Cap. 160 gal
Water Tank Cap. 18 gal
Dry Weight 5495 lb
Bridge Clearance 6'7 ft
Standard Equipment
  • All hardware 316-L stainless steel
  • All rails welded 316-L stainless steel
Deck / Cockpit
  • 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)
Console
  • 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)
Seating
  • 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
Storage
  • 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
Mechanical
  • 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
Vessel View Mobile
  • 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