2025 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest Boat in Spring Hill, FL 34607 US
Built in 2025
285 Conquest
2 Engines (2x Mercury)
27.8 feet
Gas
Fiberglass/Reinforced
2025 BOSTON WHALER 285 CONQUEST, TWIN MERCURY 250 V8 WITH JOYSTICK, GENERATOR AND AIR CONDITIONING, TRAILER INCLUDED
The 2025 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest is a 27 foot 10 inch walkaround cabin boat built for offshore fishing and overnight cruising, powered by twin Mercury 250 V8 four stroke outboards with digital throttle and shift and Mercury Joystick Piloting. This hull, HIN suffix 285CQ106, was ordered heavy: generator, reverse cycle air conditioning, 16 inch Simrad NSO EVO3S navigation with HALO24 radar, radial outriggers, cockpit refrigerator, full glass weather curtains and a custom wrapped hull, with a trailer included. The original factory build sheet on this hull totaled $501,396 before the trailer.
WHY THIS 285 CONQUEST IS DIFFERENT
Most 285 Conquests reach the market rigged as day boats. This one was optioned as a cruiser. It carries both a factory generator and reverse cycle air conditioning, which is what makes the cabin usable overnight in Florida heat, and few boats this size carry both. It also has the Mercury Joystick Piloting version of the twin 250 package rather than standard steering, so a 9 foot 6 inch beam boat with a hardtop and full enclosure docks on a joystick. Buyers cross shopping 28 foot center consoles should note the Boston Whaler 285 Conquest has a full cabin below with a forward V berth, a mid cabin double berth, a galley and an enclosed head with a door.
SPECIFICATIONS
The 2025 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest measures 27 feet 10 inches LOA on a 9 foot 6 inch beam and draws 20 inches, with 20 degrees of deadrise at the transom. Hull weight is 7,300 pounds without engines, and Boston Whaler lists the boat at 10,181 pounds with engines, fuel and water aboard. Fuel capacity is 200 gallons, fresh water 30 gallons, waste 6.5 gallons, and the livewell holds 26 gallons. Person capacity is 12 and maximum weight capacity is 3,968 pounds. Bridge clearance is 8 feet 10 inches to the hardtop and 9 feet 4 inches with the radar dome and spotlight. Maximum rated horsepower is 500, which the twin 250s meet exactly.
PERFORMANCE
Boston Whaler's factory performance sheet for the 285 Conquest with dual Mercury 250 V8 outboards and 16 by 18 Eco Enertia propellers records top speed of 51.8 mph at 6000 rpm burning 45.2 gph, and 29.0 mph at 3500 rpm burning 16.5 gph for 1.76 mpg, roughly 317 miles of range against the 200 gallon capacity. At 4000 rpm the boat runs 35.0 mph on 20.5 gph. Time to plane is 6.0 seconds. Those numbers were recorded with 96 gallons of fuel, 360 pounds of personnel and 20 pounds of gear aboard. This hull carries the joystick rigged version of that same 250 V8 package, so the factory figures are the right ballpark rather than a measurement of this boat.
ELECTRONICS, FISHING AND COCKPIT
The 2025 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest is fitted with the 16 inch Simrad NSO EVO3S electronics and navigation package, a Simrad HALO24 4kW 24 inch high definition digital radar dome, a thru hull transducer, VHF and satellite radio. Fishing equipment includes radial outriggers, a 26 gallon livewell, in deck fishboxes, cabin rod racks, a stainless steel anchor, a spotlight, underwater LED lighting and 12 volt receptacles at the transom. The cockpit carries a port fold out bench seat, a cockpit table and a cockpit refrigerator.
CABIN, COMFORT AND CANVAS
Below deck the Boston Whaler 285 Conquest sleeps four across a forward V berth dinette and a mid cabin double berth, with a galley and a private enclosed head. Air conditioning is reverse cycle and the generator runs it at anchor. The boat also carries the factory Cabin Comfort and Entertainment packages. Topside it has a hardtop with a platinum underside, a hardtop mounted sun shade, a sun lounge, a helm deck table, black canvas on a white frame and a full glass weather curtain set that encloses the hardtop.
FACTORY OPTIONS ON THIS HULL
From the original build sheet: twin Mercury 250 JPO V8 four stroke DTS, generator, reverse cycle air conditioning, 16 inch Simrad NSO EVO3S navigation package, Simrad HALO24 radar dome, thru hull transducer, radial outriggers, full glass weather curtain set, Cruising Package, Premium Package, Entertainment Package, Cabin Comfort Package, First Mate dual engine safety and security system, cockpit refrigerator, cockpit table, helm deck table, port cockpit fold out bench seat, sun lounge, hardtop mounted sun shade, platinum hardtop underside, underwater LED lighting, spotlight, stainless steel anchor, white rub rail with stainless insert, 12 volt transom receptacles, VHF and satellite radio.
HULL WRAP AND TRAILER
The 2025 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest left the factory in white with chrome graphics and a silver stripe, and the hull has since been custom wrapped. A wrap is reversible, so a buyer who prefers the original white hull can have it back without paint work. A trailer is included. Boston Whaler lists the 285 Conquest on a trailer at 39 feet long, 9 feet 6 inches wide and 12 feet 5 inches high, which is the dimension to check against a garage door, a storage yard height limit or a tow vehicle.
BUYER QUESTIONS
WHAT DOES A BOSTON WHALER 285 CONQUEST DRAW
The Boston Whaler 285 Conquest draws 20 inches. With a 9 foot 6 inch beam and 20 degrees of deadrise at the transom it is deep enough for a Gulf chop and shallow enough to work the Intracoastal Waterway and run the passes.
WHAT DOES THE 285 CONQUEST BURN AT CRUISE AND WHAT IS THE RANGE
Boston Whaler's factory test of the 285 Conquest with dual Mercury 250 V8 outboards shows 29.0 mph at 3500 rpm on 16.5 gph, which is 1.76 mpg and about 317 miles of range against the 200 gallon fuel capacity.
IS THE BOSTON WHALER 285 CONQUEST GOOD OFFSHORE
The 285 Conquest is a 20 degree deadrise hull with 200 gallons of fuel, a hardtop, radar and outriggers, rated for 12 people and 500 horsepower. It is built as an offshore fishing boat with a cabin, and the generator and air conditioning make it an overnight boat rather than a day boat with a berth in it.
WHAT COMES WITH THIS 2025 BOSTON WHALER 285 CONQUEST
This 285 Conquest includes the trailer, generator, reverse cycle air conditioning, the 16 inch Simrad NSO EVO3S navigation package with HALO24 radar, radial outriggers, the full glass weather curtain enclosure, a cockpit refrigerator and the factory Cruising, Premium, Entertainment and Cabin Comfort packages. The original build sheet on this hull totaled $501,396.
HOW DOES THE 285 CONQUEST COMPARE TO A CENTER CONSOLE THE SAME LENGTH
A 28 foot center console gives up the cabin. The Boston Whaler 285 Conquest has a full cabin below with a forward V berth, a mid cabin double berth, a galley and an enclosed head with a door, plus air conditioning and a generator to run it. The tradeoff is walkaround deck space instead of a full fishing perimeter.
- 12-V receptacle
- 28” interior freeboard
- 8” stainless steel cleats - bow (2), spring line (2), stern with hawse pipes (2), anchor (1)
- Acrylic transom door
- Bow and stern lifting eyes
- Cockpit coaming bolsters
- Cockpit prep center - Corian solid-surface countertop with sink and storage (starboard side of cockpit)
- Cockpit shower
- Covered telescoping stainless steel swim ladder with stainless steel grab rail
- Drink holders (8)
- Gunnel mounted stainless steel rod holders (4)
- Heavy-duty rub rail
- Raw water washdown with coil hose storage
- Self-bailing cockpit
- Stainless steel anchor roller assembly with safety lanyard
- Stainless steel cockpit toe rails
- Stainless steel grab rails
- Stern stainless steel hawse pipes with drink holders
- Transom mounted stainless steel rod holders (3)
- Welded stainless steel bow rail
- Display key engine data on your smartphone (Android or Apple iPhone)
- Bluetooth connection vi Vessel View Mobile app (compatible while connected to stereo)
- Troubleshooting assistance with dealer notification
- 12-V receptacle
- Captain’s storage compartment
- Compass
- Dual level molded-in footrests
- Instrumentation and electrical switch panels with circuit breaker protection
- Stainless steel steering wheel with knob
- 16” SIMRAD EVO3S ELECTRONICS/NAVIGATION PACKAGE
- Simrad EVOS3 16” MFD (GPS, hart plotter, Fishfinder)
- Active Imaging 3 in 1 Transom Mount Transducer (CHIRP, SideScan, DownScan)
- DiscoverTM X Chart Card: North America/Canada
- C-Map® DiscoverTM X Chart Card: North America/Canada
- 110-V outlet
- 12-V/120-V refrigerator
- Corian solid surface countertop
- Galley sink with faucet and cutting board
- Microwave
- Skylight over galley
- Trash receptacle (under c-way step)
- Wood grain galley cabinetry
- Aft facing seat
- Aft seating with reversible backrest
- Convertible port seat / lounge
- Cooler storage
- Foldaway stern bench seat
- Helm seat with cushions and adjustable slider
- Lounge filler
- Battery storage
- Bow anchor locker with drain
- Bow storage lockers under V-berth
- Cabin interior rod racks (4)
- Galley storage
- In-deck fishboxes with drain and pump-out (2)
- Port tackle/storage at port lounge seat (3 drawers with pullout footrest)
- Starboard storage at bait prep station (open storage – filler cushion storage and 5-gallon bucket)
- Under gunnel rod racks (4)
- 500 GPH shower sump-pump
- Hanging storage
- Lighting
- Mirror
- Opening porthole with screen
- Shelf with stainless steel retainer rail
- Stainless steel sink with pressurized water system and pullout shower
- Storage area (aft bulkhead and under countertop)
- VacuFlush™ head with holding tank (6.5 gallons), dockside pump-out and overboard discharge
- 12-V receptacles (cabin and mid berth)
- Cabin lights (5)
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Dinette table with gas-assist base
- Drink holders (3) (forward berth)
- Easy clean interior materials
- Forward berth cushions with backrest
- Lockable sliding acrylic cabin door
- Mid double berth
- Opening hatch with screen
- Opening portholes with screens - galley (1), mid berth (1)
- STEREO SYSTEM (JL Audio integration into Simrad Navigation Package)
- V-berth filler cushions
- 250 CXL V8 DTS White Dual Mercury® FourStroke engines with Joystick Piloting
- Anchor windlass (low profile with rode and anchor) (FR 1,000 W)
- Automatic bilge pumps (1,100 GPH forward, 2,000 GPH aft)
- Battery trays with switches (3)
- Cockpit lighting (blue/white LED)
- Electric horn
- Electric trim tabs with indicator
- Engine fuel/water separators
- Fuel tank (200 gallons)
- High water bilge pump with alarm
- Insulated livewell with light, raw water fill, blue interior and flow control
- Navigation lights
- Pressurized freshwater system
- Raw water washdown with coil hose storage
- Shore power with battery charger and galvanic isolator (ELCI system)
- Stainless steel propellers
- Stainless steel thru hulls
- Tilt steering
- Transducer mount area
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/26 | Initial price | $359,900 |
Boston Whaler 285 Conquest: BoatTEST Review
Overview
The Boston Whaler 285 Conquest is a versatile crossover model that effectively bridges the gap between a capable fishing vessel and a comfortable cruising platform suitable for offshore conditions. This model incorporates thoughtful design updates and features that enhance both functionality and comfort, making it well-suited for a variety of boating activities ranging from fishing excursions to family overnight trips.
Exterior Design and Deck Features
The 285 Conquest features a foredeck fully covered in non-skid material, with an optional cushion pad that transforms the area into a sun lounge. The windshield extends seamlessly to integrate with the hardtop, eliminating the need for Isinglass panels and providing a clean, aerodynamic profile. An electrically actuated vent atop the windshield efficiently channels fresh air into the helm deck. At the aft edge of the hardtop, LED spreader lights are installed alongside rocket launcher rod holders. Safety and accessibility are emphasized with a 15.5-inch wide passage between rails and cabin sides, grab handles along the hardtop, sturdy aft ladder supports, and a step leading into the cockpit. The side decks are molded to channel water away from the cockpit, enhancing dryness and safety. The starboard transom door, positioned nine inches above the main deck, leads to a modest swim platform equipped with a recessed three-step reboarding ladder and stainless steel grab handle. A standard transom shower is connected to a 30-gallon freshwater tank.
Cockpit and Fishing Amenities
The cockpit spans 54 square feet and is designed for both fishing and cruising configurations. Fishing features include a transom-mounted livewell with a gasketed acrylic lid, electrical connections under the gunwales for downriggers, and rod storage racks with tow rails for added security during angling. Two sizable fish boxes flank the cockpit, each with lightweight Divinacell cord hatches supported by gas-assist struts. For cruising comfort, the cockpit is surrounded by bolsters ranging from 21.5 to 28 inches in height, providing safety and comfort. A standard flip-out bench seat at the stern is easy to deploy, with an optional second flip-out bench under the port bulwarks to create a spacious gathering area. Additional options include a cockpit table with a flexi-teak top for dining and a forward sink with a pull-out sprayer. Storage beneath the sink can be customized to include a cockpit refrigerator.
Helm Deck and Seating
The helm deck features an improved seating arrangement with opposing seats to port, which can be converted into a lounge area using a filler cushion. The aft seat includes a sliding seat-back that converts it into an aft-facing seat, complemented by a pull-out step below. This versatile seating configuration enhances social interaction and provides an excellent vantage point for line watching during fishing activities.
Interior Living Spaces
Below deck, the 285 Conquest offers a modest galley to port equipped with a microwave, single-burner stove, sink, and refrigerator. Natural light is provided by hull-side portlights and an overhead skylight. The ship's electrical panel is conveniently located adjacent to the microwave. Just aft of the galley is a mid-berth measuring four by six feet, featuring a variable geometry overhead that ranges from 1 foot 9 inches to 2 feet 5 inches, peaking at 4 feet at the entry. A leather headboard with storage is positioned behind the berth. The test boat includes an optional cabin comfort package with bedding and a privacy curtain. Forward is a U-shaped settee with overhead rod storage; the rod holders flip away when not in use. A dinette table with an extendable leaf occupies the center of the settee, and the entire area converts into a berth by lowering the table and repositioning the cushions. Flip-down garment hooks are mounted on the aft bulkhead.
Private Accommodations and Head
The starboard side houses a wet head that, while modest in size, is fully fiberglass-lined and offers ample storage. Boston Whaler has equipped the head with a standard vacu-flush toilet, providing convenience and comfort for overnight stays or extended cruising.
Conclusion
The Boston Whaler 285 Conquest is a thoughtfully designed vessel that balances fishing capabilities with cruising comfort. Its versatile layout, safety features, and well-appointed interior make it suitable for a wide range of boating activities, whether heading offshore with a group of anglers, enjoying an overnight family trip, or entertaining friends on a day cruise.
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| Nominal Length | 28' | 36' | 35' | 34' | 34' | 36' |
| Engine Make | Mercury | Mercury | MERCURY | Mercury | Mercury | Mercury |
| Total Engine Power | 250 hp | 300 hp | 350 hp | 350 hp | 300 hp | 350 hp |
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