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27'7"
(8.41 m)
- Center Line Length (w/o Engines)
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9'4"
(2.84 m)
- Beam Amidships
-
600
(447 kW)
- Maximum HP
Main Specifications
- Beam Amidships
-
9'4"
(2.84 m)
- Center Line Length (w/o Engines)
-
27'7"
(8.41 m)
- Bridge Clearance
-
7'11"
(2.41 m)
- Cockpit Depth
-
22"
(0.56 m)
- Hull Draft
-
19"
(0.48 m)
- Transom Deadrise
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16 degrees
(SeaV2® progression)
- Maximum HP
-
600
(447 kW)
- Fuel Capacity (Standard)
-
160 gal.
(606 l)
- Weight (w/o Engines)
-
5650 lb.
(2563 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
TWIN
- Top Speed
57.4 MPH @ 6000 RPM
- Optimum Cruise
29.1 MPH @ 3100 RPM
- GPH at Optimum Cruise
12.3
- MPG at Optimum Cruise
2.37
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
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Fire extinguisher holder
- Nonskid fiberglass liner
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Self-bailing cockpit w/cockpit drains (2)
- Stainless steel through-hull fittings
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Stern grab rail - low profile 316 grade stainless steel
Cockpit & Deck
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100% hand laid SeaV² hull & deck
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Anchor windlass w/rode, line, and remote switches at helm & windlass
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Batteries (2) w/battery select switch (1) & battery charger (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
- 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 - 70-qt (66.2 l) forward port & starboard insulated fish box w/ob drain (2)
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Forward bolsters
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Hydraulic trim tabs w/indicator & auto retract
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International lighting
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Livewell - 18-gallon (68 l) aft insulated raw water livewell w/light & ob drain (500 GPH pump) (1893 LPH)
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Rod holders - aft (4), amidships (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 - aft bench seat w/port & starboard swing-open, walk-through backrests & removable center backrest
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Sport Deck - electromechanically folding platform w/boarding ladder
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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), T-top (2)
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Stern eyes - 316 grade stainless steel
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Storage - port & starboard under seat drop in boxes
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Storage - port boarding ladder storage
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Storage - forward anchor locker w/rode storage
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Storage - lockable storage drawers (2)
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Water tank - 18-gallon (68.1 l) fresh water
Console
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Accessory outlet - 5V duplex USB port
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Accessory outlet - 12V (1)
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Compass
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Console grab rail
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Cooler - 296-qt (280.1 l) cooler under forward console seat w/removable divider
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Drink holders - stainless steel (2)
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Footrest - molded console footrest
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Flush mount electronics area
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Head - lockable console w/lighting, bulk storage, composite cherry & holly sole & marine head w/electric flush, 7.5-gallon (28 l) holding tank w/macerator, overboard discharge & deck pump out
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Seating - molded forward console lounge 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 & outrigger plates
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Window - tinted frameless glass
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Windshield - laminated glass integrated w/T-top
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Windshield wiper w/washer
Elite Lean Bar
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Knife & pliers holders
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Livewell - 38-gal. (144 l) insulated raw water livewell w/light, full column distribution inlet & ob drain (1100 GPH pump) (4164 LPH)
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Painted rod holders (4)
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Rigging station - freshwater shower (recessed), cutting board & bait locker
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Seating - Command Elite helm chairs (2)
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Storage - lockable storage drawers (3)
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Storage - lockable w/tackle trays (6)
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Storage - port net storage area
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Washdown - pressurized raw water w/hose
Optional Features
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Bow table package
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Casting platform extension insert w/cushion
- 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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Outrigger kit - 18-ft. (5.5 m) crank hardtop mounted stainless steel outriggers w/carbon fiber poles
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Ski pylon
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Steering - Helm Master® EX Full Maneuverability w/autopilot & Yamaha Siren Marine Connected Boat® Monitoring System
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SureShade® electrically retractable cockpit shade w/Sunbrella® canvas (oyster)
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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, 36V batteries (3), and 20-amp battery charger (trolling motor not included)
Canvas Options
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Easy up bow shade (ivory mesh)
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T-top wing curtains (ivory)
Introducing the all new Grady-White 281 Coastal Explorer - Will Christien of FOX Sports
Grady-White 281 CE Tarpon Time Off The Beaches of SW Florida
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