2020 Boston Whaler 280 Outrage
$198,000
Boat in Grasonville, MD 21638 US
Built in 2020
280 Outrage
2 Engines (2x Mercury)
28 feet
Gas
Fiberglass/Reinforced
This boat is equipped with:
- Premium Canvas Package
- Premium Audio
- SS Anchor
- Anchor Windlass
- 12" Raymarine Axiom Pro
- 12" Raymarine Axiom Pro Add/display
- Fusion Stereo
- White Rubrail w SS insert
- Windshield
- Wiper
- Spot Light
- Premium Package
- Fold Down Trolling Seats
- USCG Kit
- Stern Shade
- Bow Shade
- Bow Table
- Satellite Radio
- VHF Radio
In addition to sales, Chesapeake Whalertowne also offers comprehensive maintenance, provided by Mercury Certified technicians, as well as general upkeep (including bottom paint, winterization, recommissioning, etc.). We have the ability to provide yearly service, warranty work, cosmetic modifications and more. Our team on the ground is also supported by a full-time logistics crew, giving you the option to have your boat picked up and dropped off right to your door/dock.
Please contact Chesapeake Whalertowne for more details.
The 280 Outrage® offers loads of features for whoever you are today: A serious angler, thrill-seeking watersports enthusiast or all-day cruiser. Whatever you feel like, the 280 is ready. Designed with functionality in mind and packed with comfort-minded amenities, this new center console shows just how much thought Whaler puts into every confident-to-the-core model. Experience the 280's smooth blend of rugged comfort and capability for yourself.
- Optional deluxe helm seating includes an adjustable captain's chair and stationary companion seat.
- Premium package comes with a hardtop that includes 5 rod holders, speakers and storage.
- A comfortable aft bench folds cleanly away to maximize fish-fighting room.
- Large open bow includes a generous lounge with armrests and social-forward seating.
- Deluxe leaning post with bait-prep area, 30-gallon livewell, 3 large fishboxes and more.
- Cutting-edge Mercury® instrumentation and available Raymarine® navigation packages empower you for ultimate offshore success.
- Tempered-glass windshield and optional heavy-duty integrated hardtop system with floodlights and life-jacket storage available.
- All rails welded 316-L stainless steel
- All hardware 316-L stainless steel
- 28" interior freeboard
- 8" stainless steel cleats; bow (2), spring line (2), stern with hawse pipes (2), anchor locker (1)
- Acrylic transom door with stainless steel latch
- Aft coaming bolsters
- Aft tackle storage center (port side) (2 drawers)
- Bow and stern eyes
- Cockpit and bow courtesy lights
- Drink holders; (2) in bow, (2) in hawse pipes, (2) in leaning post, (2) in console
- Heavy-duty rub rail
- Low profile grab rails welded stainless steel
- Motorwell drains
- Port aft storage (2)
- Rod holders – gunnel-mounted stainless steel (6)
- Rod holders – transom-mounted stainless steel (3)
- Rod racks – under gunnel
- Self-bailing cockpit sole
- Steel toe rails – stainless steel
- Swim platform with covered telescoping swim ladder with stainless steel grab rail
- Thru hull anchor roller davit – stainless steel
- 12 volt receptacle
- Access panels to electronics
- Acrylic entry door with lock
- Bi-level molded console footrests
- Compass
- Drink holders (2)
- Easy access storage space for personal items
- Electronics surface that accommodates two 12" displays
- Enclosed head/storage area in console with easy clean liner
- Glove box – lockable dry storage
- Fold-down step inside console
- Instrumentation and electrical switch panel with circuit breaker protection and illuminated text
- Interior courtesy light
- Port light with screen stainless steel
- Portable head with pump-out
- Remote ignition key switches with pushbutton start at helm
- Steering wheel with knob – cast stainless steel
- Dash visor
- Foldaway stern seat
- Forward console seat with integrated storage
- Bow area floodlight
- Cockpit floodlights (3)
- Dome light (red and white)
- Life jacket storage
- Rod holders (5)
- Bait prep area
- Drink holders (2)
- Grab rail – welded stainless steel
- Livewell lights – red
- Pressurized livewell with clear lid and blue interior (30 gallons)
- Rod holders (2)
- Sink with freshwater and pullout sprayer
- Tackle storage drawers (3) port side (deleted with Optional Deluxe Leaning Post with Cooler)
- Tip-out trash can (deleted with Optional Deluxe Leaning Post with Cooler)
- Upholstered leaning post with flip-up bolster and backrest
- Aft tackle storage center (port side)
- Bow anchor locker with drain
- Dry storage areas in console (3)
- Forward deck storage/seats (port and starboard) with drains, gaskets, garage storage, lockable rod storage
- Forward in-floor storage and (2) 5-gallon buckets
- Leaning post tackle storage
- Lockable console storage
- Port and starboard aft fishboxes with pump-out and drains
- Under-gunnel rod racks (2 per side)
- 186-gallon fuel tank
- 250 V8 DTS Black Dual Mercury FourStrokes with hydraulic power steering
- SmartCraft deluxe gauge package
- Automatic bilge pumps (750 GPH fwd and 1100 GPH aft)
- Battery trays (3) with switches
- Electric horn
- Electrical distribution/breaker panel with key switches (inside console)
- Engine fuel/water separators
- Fishbox pump-out (54 gallons each)
- Freshwater system with 26-gallon tank, sink at leaning post, transom shower, and anchor washdown
- LED navigation lights
- Propellers (stainless steel)
- Raw-water washdown
- Recessed electric trim tabs with indicators
- Tilt steering
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.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/26 | Price decreased | $198,000(-5.7%) |
| 4/11/26 | Initial price | $210,000 |
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Overview
The all-new 280 Outrage from Boston Whaler has been completely redesigned with a focus on three key areas: comfort, simplicity, and versatility. This model incorporates customer feedback to enhance both its fishing capabilities and family-friendly features, making it a highly adaptable vessel.
Exterior Design and Deck Features
The 280 Outrage features a redesigned exterior with updated tan cushions and a matching tan dashboard, replacing the previous gray color scheme. The boat includes a standard T-top, while a premium upgrade offers a hardtop with tempered glass on three sides, a powered vent, bow and cockpit floodlights, rod holders, and outrigger readiness. The self-draining cockpit is equipped with dual 2-inch deck drains and gas-assist struts on all back-jelled, gasketed hatches, facilitating easy maintenance and operation. A mechanical room centrally located on the aft deck provides convenient access to batteries, pumps, and filters. Additional exterior features include a concealed reboarding ladder on the starboard swim platform with an adjacent grab handle, a freshwater washdown station before entering the cockpit, and underwater and courtesy lights for nighttime use.
Comfort and Versatility
The bow area has been completely reimagined to enhance comfort and versatility. It now offers a luxurious two-across lounge with flip-up armrests and aft-facing seating arranged around a removable table. Removing the table and adding a cushion converts this space into a sun pad. Storage is available beneath a back-jelled hatch with a support strut. The boat’s design allows for quick conversion from family leisure to fishing mode by simply removing cushions. Padded bolsters ranging from 22 to 29 inches add comfort during fishing activities. Side trolling seats provide additional seating for line handling while underway.
Fishing Features
The 280 Outrage is well-equipped for serious anglers, featuring 20 rod holders distributed throughout the boat to support a wide fishing spread. A 20-gallon livewell is located in the port quarter, complemented by a deluxe leaning post that includes rod holders, a sink with a pull-out sprayer, a livewell, and a 35-quart carry-on cooler. Under-gunnel rod storage and a tow rail enhance safety and convenience during fishing. The boat also offers two 54-gallon in-deck fish boxes on the port and starboard sides. Forward storage is highly functional, with a compartment accessible via a simple release lever that can accommodate two 5-gallon buckets, four dive tanks, and dedicated fishing rod storage. Rubberized non-skid steps lead into this compartment for safe access.
Private Accommodations and Amenities
A substantial head compartment is located on the starboard side, featuring a standard vacuum flush head and a sprayer that allows the space to double as a shower. The headroom measures 5 feet 5 inches, providing comfortable standing space. The compartment includes a waterproof electrical panel on the aft bulkhead, dedicated storage for the bow table, and an opening port light on the port side, enhancing ventilation and natural light.
Power and Operation
The 280 Outrage incorporates modern technology to simplify operation. Joystick docking enables precise maneuvering, allowing the captain to approach docks with surgical accuracy. A 4-inch SmartCraft display provides instant readouts of all mechanical functions, enhancing situational awareness and control.
Conclusion
The Boston Whaler 280 Outrage successfully balances its fishing heritage with enhanced comfort, simplicity, and versatility. Its thoughtful redesign addresses the needs of both anglers and families, making it a highly adaptable and user-friendly vessel. With advanced features such as joystick docking, ample storage, and convertible seating arrangements, the 280 Outrage stands out as a well-rounded boat designed for a variety of boating activities.
Overview from around the web 2020 Boston Whaler 280 Outrage
Customers praise the 2020 Boston Whaler 280 Outrage for its exceptional build quality and reliable performance on the water
Many highlight its versatile design, making it ideal for both fishing and family cruising. The boat's spacious deck layout and ample storage receive positive remarks, providing comfort and convenience during outings. Users also appreciate the smooth ride and stability, even in choppy conditions, attributing this to Whaler's renowned hull design. Overall, owners commend the 280 Outrage for combining rugged durability with thoughtful features, making it a favorite among boating enthusiasts.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 2020 Boston Whaler 280 Outrage is a versatile and well-regarded center console boat known for its durability and performance. Here are some of the pros and cons of this model:
Pros
Exceptional Build Quality: Known as the "Unsinkable Legend," Boston Whaler's construction ensures durability and safety on the water.
Powerful Performance: Equipped with twin outboard engines, the 280 Outrage delivers strong acceleration and smooth handling, ideal for offshore fishing and cruising.
Spacious Layout: The boat offers ample deck space with well-thought-out seating and storage, making it comfortable for both fishing and family outings.
Fishing Features: Comes with fishing amenities such as rod holders, live wells, and fish boxes, catering to serious anglers.
Comfort and Convenience: Features like a cabin with a marine head, a hardtop with integrated electronics, and ample seating enhance the overall boating experience.
Good Fuel Efficiency: Optimized hull design helps balance performance with fuel economy.
Cons
Price Point: The 280 Outrage is positioned in the higher price range, which may be a consideration for budget-conscious buyers.
Weight: The robust build adds to the boat’s weight, which can affect trailering ease and fuel consumption when compared to lighter models.
Limited Cabin Space: While it includes a cabin, the space is modest and may not be suitable for extended overnight stays.
Complex Electronics: The integrated electronics and features may require a learning curve for new boaters.
Made For
The 2020 Boston Whaler 280 Outrage is designed for boating enthusiasts who seek a versatile and high-performance vessel. Ideal for families and anglers alike, it offers a perfect blend of offshore capability and comfortable amenities. Whether you're interested in fishing, cruising, or watersports, this boat provides the durability, safety, and innovative features to enjoy a day on the water with confidence and style. Its spacious layout and advanced technology make it suitable for both experienced boaters and those new to boating.
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108 Hess Frontage Road, Grasonville, MD, 21638
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