2024 Boston Whaler 280 Dauntless Base

2024 Boston Whaler 280 Dauntless

The all-new 280 Dauntless completes the full evolution of our iconic, multifunctional center-console bay boat series. True to its family name, our newest model empowers you to take on adventures fearlessly and explore uncharted territory with confidence. With a wide range of packages available, boaters tailor the 280 Dauntless to fit their needs perfectly.

• 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

• 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.

• Acrylic access door in aluminum frame with stainless steel latch

• Cast stainless steel steering wheel with knob

• Compass

• Console face tan gelcoat

• Drink holders (3) stainless steel

• Electrical switch panel

• Electronics mounting surface (for 16" display or dual 12" displays)

• 22.5" cockpit depth

• 8" cleats; bow (2), stern (2), spring line (2)

• Casting platform aft

• Drink holders stainless steel, forward (4), lounge (2), console (3), aft seats (2)

• Garboard drain plug

• Heavy-duty rub rail

• Lifting eyes - bow and stern

• Floodlights (1 aft, 1 forward)

• Dome light (red and white)

• LED courtesy lighting, (Multi color RGBW) (2)

• Lifejacket storage

• Watersports tow point

• Rod holders (4)

• 400 V10 DTS Black Mercury Verado with hydraulic power steering and fuel/water separator

• Active engine trim

• Automatic bilge pump

• Battery trays (3) with switch and wiring

• Electric horn

• Electric trim tabs with indicators

• 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

• Forward console lounge with armrests

• All Hardware 316-L Stainless Steel

• Bow, anchor locker with overboard drain and stainless-steel gas shock

• Forward in floor fish box with overboard drain and pump out

• Insulated bow storage lockers, P&S, with overboard drains and stainless-steel gas shocks

• Bluetooth® connection via VesselView® mobile app (compatible while connected to stereo)

• Display key engine data on your smartphone (Android® or Apple® iPhone®)

• Troubleshooting assistance with dealer notification