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Boston Whaler 280 Vantage

The 280 Vantage combines offshore prowess with bowrider comfort in a 28-foot dual console boat that’s destined to put a smile on your face. Whaler’s legendary unsinkable hull and classic lines make it a timeless craft built on a foundation of safety and performance, and a host of practical options let you configure it to be the custom boat of your dreams. The 280 Vantage is a multi-talented performer for every way you and your family like to enjoy the water, from exploring the islands to offshore fishing to endless watersports thrills.

  • 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
  • Dedicated fishing features include cockpit fishboxes, transom livewell and strategically-placed rod holders
  • Available with Seakeeper gyro-stabilizing system
  • Thoughtfully designed windshield provides unobstructed visibility with great weather protection
  • Optional hardtop can be equipped with an electrically actuated cockpit Shureshade
  • Optional summer kitchen includes grill, refrigerator and invertor
Length 29' 1" / 8.9 Meters
Beam 9' 6" / 2.9 Meters
Draft 21' / 6.4 Meters
Dry Weight w/o Engine 6940 Lbs / 3147.9 Kg
Max. HP 800 HP / 596.6 Kw
Bridge Clearance 8' 5" / 2.6 Meters
Deadrise 21 Degrees
Person Capacity 12 / 3911 Lbs.
Fuel Capacity 180 Gallons / 681 Liters

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