Boston Whaler 280 Vantage
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XPresented For Sale By:
Comstock Yacht Sales - Brielle
United States
| Make | Boston Whaler |
|---|---|
| Model | 280 Vantage |
| Year | 2026 |
| Condition | New |
| Price | Request Price |
| Type | Power |
| Class | Dual Console |
| Length | 8.53 m |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Hull Material | Fibreglass |
| Location | Brielle, New Jersey, United States |
| LOA | 8.46 m |
|---|---|
| Beam | 2.59 m |
| Min. Draft | 0.53 m |
| Deadrise at Transom | 21° |
| Dry Weight | 6940 lb |
| Max Bridge Clearance | 2.57 m |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
|---|
| Engine Type | Outboard |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Mercury |
| Engine Model | V8 |
| Power | 400 hp |
| Engine Type | Outboard |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | Mercury |
| Engine Model | V8 |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Power | 400 hp |
| Max Passengers | 12 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tanks | 180 gal |
| Fresh Water Tanks | 20 gal |
| Holding Tanks | 6 gal |
| Hull Shape | Modified Vee |
| Hull Warranty | 10 years |
Description
2026 Boston Whaler 280 Vantage
Twin Mercury 300 V8 Joystick | Platinum Hull | Exceptionally Optioned
The 2026 Boston Whaler 280 Vantage is one of the most versatile dual-console boats ever built—equally at home entertaining at the sandbar, cruising with family, or heading offshore when conditions allow. Designed with Whaler’s legendary unsinkable construction and refined with premium amenities, the 280 Vantage delivers confidence, comfort, and performance in one exceptional platform.
This boat is powered by twin white Mercury 300hp V8 AMS engines with Joystick Piloting, offering effortless docking, smooth cruising, and responsive handling. Finished in a Platinum Gelcoat Hull with Chrome Graphics, this 280 Vantage presents a striking, upscale look on the water.
Power & Performance
Twin Mercury 300hp V8 AMS Verado – White
Joystick Piloting
Stainless Steel Anchor (Anchor Package)
White Rubrail w/ Stainless Steel Insert
Helm & Electronics
Deluxe Navigation Package (Simrad)
Simrad HALO24 Dome Radar
1kW Thru-Hull Transducer
Simrad VHF Radio
Fiberglass Hardtop with Integrated Speakers
White Frame Hardtop
Black Canvas (Optional)
Cockpit & Entertaining
Cockpit Refrigerator
Cockpit Table
Bow Table with Filler Cushion
Standard Exterior Upholstery Package
Sunshade
Weather Curtain
Cockpit Cover
Shore Power
Fishing & Watersports
Fishing Package
Beach Boarding Ladder
Wide, uncluttered cockpit layout for versatility
Head & Convenience
Vacuum-Flush Head
Pump-Out with Overboard Discharge
Excellent interior access and storage throughout
Why the 280 Vantage
Legendary Whaler unsinkable construction
True crossover platform: cruise, fish, entertain
Joystick docking with twin outboards
Premium electronics, climate protection, and amenities
Ideal for family use, coastal cruising, and entertaining guests
The 280 Vantage combines offshore prowess with bowrider comfort in a 28-foot dual console boat thats destined to put a smile on your face. Whalers 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 acuated cockpit Shureshade
- Optional summer kitchen includes grill, refridgerator and invertor
Standard Equipment
- All hardware 316-L stainless steel
- All rails welded 316-L stainless steel
Deck/Cockpit
- 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
Cockpit Utility Center
- 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 Area
- 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)
Console
- 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)
Head
- 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
Seating
- 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
Storage
- 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
Mechanical
- 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
Fiberglass Hardtop
- 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)
- Rod holders (4) (white or black depending on frame color selection)
- Tow bit (white or black depending on frame color selection)
- Welded aluminum integrated frame with tempered glass windshield (white or black depending on frame color selection)
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
Engine Notes
Additional Mercury options available.
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Presented For Sale By:
Comstock Yacht Sales - Brielle
United States
Presented For Sale By:
Comstock Yacht Sales - Brielle
United States
