2021 Boston Whaler 280 Outrage Boat in Brick, NJ 08724 US
Built in 2021
280 Outrage
2 Engines (2x Mercury)
28 feet
Gas
Fiberglass/Reinforced
Just Traded In. One owner Boat Since New!
Shows VERY Well!
Only 300 Hours On A Set Of Mercury F300 Verados!
Full Raymarine Suite (Twin MFD Screens w/ Autopilot)
Bow Thruster For Added Convenience
Shore Power Connection
No Trailer. There is NO TRAILER With This Boat.
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.
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/26 | Initial price | $219,900 |
Boston Whaler 280 Outrage: BoatTEST Review
Overview
The Boston Whaler 280 Outrage is a completely redesigned 28-foot center console boat engineered for enhanced performance and handling. With a beam of 9 feet 4 inches and a shallow draft of 22 inches, this model emphasizes agility and safety, retaining Whaler’s hallmark unsinkable construction and high freeboard. The design improvements focus on hull configuration and operational ergonomics, aiming to deliver a refined boating experience both on and off the water.
Power and Performance
Powered in the test configuration by twin 300 horsepower Mercury Verado 6-cylinder engines equipped with 20-inch pitch Rev4 props, the 280 Outrage demonstrated impressive speed and efficiency. The boat reached a top speed of 49.6 knots at 6,300 RPM, consuming 60 gallons per hour, which translates to a range of approximately 138 nautical miles. Optimal fuel economy was achieved at 3,500 RPM, cruising at 25.5 knots with a reduced fuel burn of 17.4 gallons per hour and an extended range of 245 nautical miles while maintaining a 10% fuel reserve. The hull’s new running pad design contributed to quick planing times, averaging 4.1 seconds to plane, 5.3 seconds to reach 20 knots, and 8.5 seconds to hit 30 knots. The boat handled well in various sea conditions, showing sensitivity to trim adjustments and maintaining composure in beam and following seas. Steering remained responsive and precise, with the propulsion system maintaining consistent bite during maneuvers.
Helm and Operational Features
The helm station is thoughtfully arranged with a clear and functional layout typical of Boston Whaler’s design philosophy. A pair of 12-inch Raymarine displays flank the Precision Pilot Controller featuring Skyhook and Heading Hold functions, with a Vessel View 7 engine display positioned below. Controls for the remote spotlight, start-stop buttons, Lenco trim tabs with LED indicators, DTS controls, and the outboard piloting joystick are ergonomically placed for ease of use. The helm seating includes adjustable captain and observer seats with flip-down bolsters and armrests, enhancing comfort during extended operation. A unique reflective glove storage compartment doubles as a rear-view mirror, improving situational awareness. Visibility is excellent through three sides of tempered glass, complemented by a powered vent in the forward windshield. Additional ergonomic touches include a footrest for seated operation and a recessed area for standing.
Deck and Exterior Features
The cockpit deck features a centrally located mechanical compartment housing pumps, through-hull fittings, filters, and batteries, all designed for easy access and maintenance. Battery switches are conveniently positioned in the starboard quarter. The boat is equipped with multiple pull-up cleats—two at the stern, two midship, and others distributed throughout the vessel—facilitating secure mooring. A walk-around platform ahead of the engine well allows unobstructed movement from bow to stern, and the outboards can tilt fully clear of the water. The bow area includes a non-skid hatch covering a recessed anchor windlass managing both chain and rope rode, with adjacent space for rode management and a cleat for securing the line. The anchor is deployed through the stem, controlled by a remote located nearby.
Conclusion
The Boston Whaler 280 Outrage exhibits significant advancements in hull design and operational ergonomics that translate into improved handling, performance, and user experience. Its combination of powerful propulsion, quick planing, responsive steering, and thoughtful helm layout make it a versatile and capable boat for a variety of conditions. The high freeboard and unsinkable construction maintain Whaler’s reputation for safety, while joystick piloting simplifies close-quarters maneuvering. Overall, the 280 Outrage is a well-rounded vessel that meets the demands of both recreational and serious anglers with confidence and style.
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| Price | $219,900 | $224,900 | $184,900 | $169,900 | $110,000 | $99,900 |
| Location | Brick | Longport | Brick | Brick | Tuckerton | Cape May |
| Nominal Length | 28' | 35' | 32' | 33' | 28' | 32' |
| Engine Make | Mercury | Mercury | Mercury | Mercury | Mercury | Mercury |
| Total Engine Power | 300 hp | 300 hp | 300 hp | 350 hp | 300 hp | 300 hp |
| Days on Market | 1 | 127 | 23 | 40 | 487 | 78 |
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704 Princeton Avenue, Brick, NJ, 08724
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