Boston Whaler 280 Dauntless

Manufacturer Provided Description

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.

• Available with Seakeeper gyro-stabilizing system
• Engine and piloting packages ranging from high-horsepower single engines to joystick-controlled options
• Entertainment enhancements through an improved stereo system and colored RGB lighting take your journey from fearless to fun in no time flat
• Large swim platforms with an optional fold-out patio gives you the power to safely take on more pursuits—on the deck, behind the boat, and in the water—with fewer obstacles in between
• Digital Switching Technology lets you intuitivley control lighting and electronics
• Optional windlass and beach boarding ladder lets you drop anchor wherever you find yourself on the journey.
• An optional full tempered-glass windshield offers enhanced protection with additional vents and wiper-wash for visibility in all conditions
• Innovative helm seat transforms from a captain’s chair into a leaning post or a vantage point for trolling with the push of a button.
• Spacious forward lounge conceals a large storage garage, designed to provide easier access to dive tanks, buckets and fishing rods.
• Ample rod storage, a standard transom livewell and pump-out forward fishbox provide outstanding fishability.
• Digital Switching Technology lets you control lighting and electronics remotely for better battery life.

Additional Features

• Mercury Dual 300 V8 AMS
• Anchor Package
• White Rubrail w/ Stainless Steel Insert
• Beach Boarding Ladder
• Underwater Lighting
• Swim Patio
• Battery Charging System
• Hardtop Storage Box
• Raw Water Wash Down
• Glove Box
• Stereo
• Premium Audio Package
• VHF Radio
• Transducer, 1kw Thru Hull
• Simrad 16" Nav Package
• Combo Helm Seat / Console Cover

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

Engine Notes

Additional Mercury options available.