25' COASTAL EXPLORER
251 CE
More offshore, rough water capability than any bay boat; off-the-beaten-track family versatility.
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24'7"
(7.49 m)
- Center Line Length (w/o Engines)
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8'6"
(2.59 m)
- Beam Amidships
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300
(224 kW)
- Maximum HP
Main Specifications
- Beam Amidships
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8'6"
(2.59 m)
- Center Line Length (w/o Engines)
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24'7"
(7.49 m)
- Bridge Clearance
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8'1"
(2.46 m)
- Cockpit Depth
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20"
(0.51 m)
- Hull Draft
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16"
(0.41 m)
- Transom Deadrise
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16 degrees
(SeaV2® progression)
- Maximum HP
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300
(224 kW)
- Fuel Capacity (Standard)
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78 gal.
(295 l)
- Weight (w/o Engines)
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4150 lb.
(1882 kg)
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Exceptional is Standard
For generations, Grady-White has set the standard for quality, reliability, performance, and satisfaction.
Grady-White’s SeaV2® hull delivers unmatched ride quality—engineered for superior comfort, control, and offshore confidence.
Grady-White boats are crafted with precision and pride, setting the standard for marine quality, durability, and performance.
Engine Options
SINGLE
- Top Speed
49.6 MPH @ 5800 RPM
- Optimum Cruise
27.1 MPH @ 3300 RPM
- GPH at Optimum Cruise
7.4
- MPG at Optimum Cruise
3.66
Safety
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2 automatic bilge pumps (total 2600 GPH) (9842 LPH)
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Basic flotation
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Bow grab rail - low profile 316 grade stainless steel
- Composite stringer system & transom - water impervious
- Nonskid fiberglass liner
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Self-bailing cockpit w/cockpit drains (2)
- Stainless steel through-hull fittings
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Stern rail - low profile 316 grade stainless steel
Cockpit & Deck
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100% hand laid SeaV² hull & deck
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Batteries (2) w/battery select switch (1)
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Casting platform insert w/cushion
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Cleats - flush mount (pull up)
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Cockpit lights - blue LED
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Cockpit freshwater shower (recessed)
- Deck hardware - 316 grade stainless steel through-bolted
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Drink holders - stainless steel (8)
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Engine flush system w/hose attachment aft (one per engine)
- Factory engine pre-rigging
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Fish box - 74-qt. (81.5 l) forward port & starboard insulated fish box w/ob drain (2)
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Hydraulic trim tabs w/indicator & retractor
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International lighting
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Ladder - aft swim ladder
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Ladder - bow access ladder w/storage enclosure
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Livewell - 12.75-gallon (48.3 l) aft insulated raw water livewell w/light & ob drain (500 GPH pump) (1893 LPH)
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Rod holders - cockpit (4)
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Rod storage - forward vertical (6)
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Rod storage - lockable horizontal (4)
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Rubrail - high density PVC w/stainless steel insert
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Seating - aft bench seat w/port & starboard swing-open, walk-through backrests & removable center backrest
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Seating - Deluxe lean bar w/backrest, lockable storage, rod holders (4), 25-gallon (95 l) insulated raw water livewell w/light, full column distribution inlet & ob drain (800 GPH pump) (3028 LPH)
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Seating - port & starboard bow cushioned seating w/electromechanically adjustable backrests
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Stereo system w/waterproof touch screen display, AM/FM tuner & Wi-Fi & Bluetooth® connectivity; speakers w/LED lights - bow (2), cockpit (2)
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Stern eyes - 316 grade stainless steel
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Storage - aft rigging compartments (2)
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Storage - forward anchor locker w/rode storage
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Storage - port bow compartment w/drawer
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Storage - starboard bow compartment w/tackle boxes (4)
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Washdown - pressurized raw water w/hose
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Water tank - 10-gallon (38 l) fresh water
Console
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Accessory outlet - 12V (2)
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Compass
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Drink holders - stainless steel (2)
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Fish box - 29-qt. (27 l) insulated storage box under forward console seat
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Flush mount electronics area
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Head - lockable console w/portable head, stand up head area, dome light, bulk storage & composite cherry & holly sole
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Seating - molded forward console seat w/cushion & backrest
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Steering - Helm Master® EX w/Integrated Digital Electric Steering (does not include joystick)
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Steering wheel - 316 grade stainless steel w/knob
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T-top - fiberglass w/painted aluminum frame, storage net, LED spreader lights, rod holders (4), tri-colored (red, blue, white) LED recessed lights (3) & radar flat
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Window - opening window w/screen
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Windshield - scratch resistant acrylic integrated w/T-top
Optional Features
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Bow table package
- CE certification package (European Conformity)
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Hull color - Celestial Blue, Coastal Fog, Ocean Mist, or Sage Gray gelcoat
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Lighting - underwater blue LED (2)
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Seating - aft bench seat center backrest
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Ski arch
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T-top color - underside of fiberglass T-top (requires matching gelcoat hull color option)
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Trolling motor pre-rig - swivel mounting bracket w/quick release, head stabilizer, batteries (3), and 20-amp battery charger (trolling motor not included)
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Windshield wiper
Canvas Options
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Easy up bow shade (ivory mesh)
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