2026 Chaparral 280 OSX
Price on request
Boat in Galena, MD 21635 US
Built in 2026
280 OSX
2 Engines (2x Yamaha)
28 feet
Gas
Fiberglass/Reinforced
**2026 MODEL - ON ORDER - COMING SOON**
**Freight - Prep - Coast Guard Kit - INCLUDED**
**TRAILER SOLD SEPARATELY**
2026 Chaparral 280 OSX - Twin 250 HP Digital Yamaha 4-Stroke Outboards in White
Outboard power, plentiful seating and luxurious accommodations - the 280 OSX from Chaparral. The 280 OSX comes standard with 2 - 7" Multi-Touch displays that are angled for perfect viewing and accessibility. Rounding out the package, each 280 OSX is outfitted with a premium stereo system that includes 6 speakers, bluetooth connectivity, USB and Auxiliary port hookups as well as an included Sirius XM satellite radio tuner and antenna.
This boat is currently ON ORDER & COMING SOON with the following features/options:
**Twin Yamaha 250 HP Digital 4-Stroke Outboards - F250XSB2 - White**
**Wide Band Steel Blue Hull Sides **
** Hull Bottom Gelcoat - White **
** Painted Metallic Hull Stripe - Black **
**Cockpit Interior - Lunar - Premium Envision Marine Silicone Upholstery **
**Fiberglass Hard Top with Bonded Sky Light & Overhead Lighting**
**Tower Insert Color - Tinted Glass**
**Cockpit & Bow Covers - Black**
**Premium Package Includes Docking Lights, Bow Scuff Plate, Fender Holders (4) and Air Pump**
** Wetbar with Refrigerator Behind Helm Seat **
** Dual (2) Simrad NSX9 EVO 3 Displays with GPS, Chartplotter, Transducer & Engine Data & Audio Controls**
**Full Fiberglass Head Compartment with Hideaway Electric Pump Out Toilet**
**Vanity Cabinet & Freshwater Sink in Head Compartment**
**Cockpit Table with Dedicated Storage and Side Mounted Bases in Cockpit & Bow**
**Bow Lounge Seating with (2) Folding Armrests & Flip Out Bow Filler Cushion**
**Built-In Insulated Cooler Under Forward Bow Seating**
**Aft Bench Seating with Reversible Backrest System Converts from Full Bench to Sun Lounge**
**Snap-In SeaDeck Cockpit Flooring - Slate**
**Integrated Windlass Package with 200' of Line & 15' of Chain**
**Polished Stainless Steel Anchor**
**Lenco Pro Trim Tabs with Indicator Lights**
**Side Entry Door with Stowable Stainless Steel Boarding Ladder**
**5 Year Premier Level Limited Component Warranty**
**TRAILER SOLD SEPARATELY**
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Jim's Marine - Chaparral Boats - Yamaha Outboards - Venture Trailers
- Aluminum Dash Panels
- Battery Charger - Triple Bank 12/24V 20 Amp
- Battery Switches - House and Engine with Emergency Parallel and Voltage Sensing Relay (VSR)
- Binnacle Mount Throttle and Shifter Control
- Custom Leather Steering Wheel with Protective Cover
- DC Power Plug - 12 Volt
- Digital Gauges
- Electrical Connectors Triple O-Ring Sealed and Water Tight
- Emergency Shut Down Switch
- Grounding Bars - Bilge and Dash
- Molded-In Footrest at Helm
- Navigation Lights - LED
- Power Assisted Sea Star Tilt Hydraulic Steering
- Premium Stereo System Includes: 6 Speakers, AM/FM/WB, Bluetooth Stereo, with USB Aux Port (Includes Sirius Satellite Radio Tuner & Antenna)
- Stainless LED Electronic Push Button Switches and Water Resistant DC Breakers
- Tinned Copper Wiring with Waterproof Connectors
- Twin Simrad NSS7 EVO3 Chartplotter/Multifunction Display Includes: 7" Color Multi-Touch Displays with Chartplotter, GPS, WiFi, Insight Charts Inland and Coastal, SS60 Transducer and Engine Data
- Waterproof Wireless Charging Dock
- Windshield Wiper System
- Cabin Overhead LED Lighting
- Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detector
- Full Fiberglass Cabin and Head Compartment
- Molded Fiberglass Head Door
- Opening Portlight with Screen
- Porta-Pottie on Hide-Away Slide System
- Starboard Side Bench Seat
- Teak Flooring In Head Compartment
- Vanity Solid Surface Countertop with Stainless Steel Sink and Faucet
- Aft Bench Seating with Reversible Backrest System Converts from Double Bench to Sun Lounge
- Bow Lounge Seating with Two Folding Armrests and Bow Filler Cushion
- Bow Walk-Through Door
- Cockpit Courtesy Lights - Blue LED
- Cockpit Draining System (CDS) with Self Bailing Fiberglass Liner
- Cockpit Table with Dedicated Storage and Side Mount Bases in Cockpit and Bow
- Custom Molded Cockpit Side Panel Storage
- Custom Molded Dash with Hand Stitched Upholstery Visor
- Diamond Pattern Non-Skid
- Fiberglass Helm Seat Base Pivots with Two Custom Chairs with Flip-Up Bolsters and Custom Armrests
- Full Beam Integrated Swim Platform
- Hand-Stitched Interior Upholstery
- Interior Color Packages: Black, Blue, Dune, Ice Blue, Seafoam Green, Slate or Steel Blue
- L-Shaped Aft Seating with Port Cushion
- LED Courtesy Lighting in the Aft Storage Compartment
- Lockable Glove Box Storage
- Molded Insulated Cooler (80 Quart) Under Forward Bow Seat
- Oversized Bow and Cockpit Bolsters with Logo Stitching
- Premium Stain Resistant Silicone Cockpit Fabric
- Recessed Transom Door
- Self Bailing Cockpit with Integrated Drain Fittings
- Stainless Steel Bow Rails
- Stainless Steel Drink Holders (10)
- Starboard Cockpit Side Entry Door with Custom Frame and Stainless Steel Hardware
- StarLite Seat Cushion Bases with Flow Foam
- Water Resistant Speakers (6), with Blue LED Lighting
- Wrap Around Stainless Steel Windshield with Custom Support
- 14 lb. Galvanized Plow Anchor
- 200' Anchor Rope, 15' of Chain
- Anchor Locker with Molded Lid Hatch
- Bilge Pump with Automatic Switch
- Brass Threaded Garboard Drain
- Electric Hatch Lift into Bilge Compartment
- Electric Horn
- Fuel/Water Separator
- Heavy Duty Rubrail with Stainless Steel Insert
- Kevlar Reinforced Hull Laminate
- Lifetime Limited Hull Warranty
- NMMA Certified using ABYC Standards
- Perma-Panel Structural System
- Poured Composite Transom Coring
- Premium Hydropel Resin-Blister Resistant
- Pressurized Fresh Water System
- Stainless Steel Bow and Stern Eyes
- Stainless Steel Pull Up Cleats with Logo, Through Bolted with Backing Plates (6) and (2) Fixed Cleats
- Stainless Steel Thru-Hull Fittings
- Stowable Aluminum Side Entry Boarding Ladder
- Through-Hull Stainless Steel Anchor Davit
- Transom Shower
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Overview
The Chaparral 280 OSX Outboard is a newly introduced, NMMA-certified production hull in Chaparral's OSX Outboard sports line. Designed to combine style, comfort, and performance, the 280 OSX features innovative seating arrangements, a spacious head, and twin Yamaha outboard engines. This review covers a comprehensive features inspection and performance evaluation conducted by BowTest.com.
Power and Performance
Two versions of the 280 OSX were tested: one equipped with twin Yamaha 250 four-stroke F-250 XCA engines and the other with twin Yamaha 200 four-stroke F-200 XCA engines. The 250-powered version, with Saltwater Series II stainless steel props measuring 15.25 inches in diameter and 19 inches in pitch, achieved a top speed of 59.5 miles per hour at 6,000 RPM. Its best economic cruise was at 3,000 RPM, producing 28 miles per hour with a fuel consumption of 13.6 gallons per hour, translating to 2.1 miles per gallon and a range of 222 statute miles while maintaining a 10% fuel reserve from the 120-gallon capacity. The slow cruise at 600 RPM yielded 4 miles per hour with a 1.3 gallon per hour burn. The 200-powered version, turning 18-inch pitch stainless steel Reliance props, reached a top speed of 51.5 miles per hour at 6,000 RPM. Its best economic cruise was at 3,500 RPM with 26.5 miles per hour and a fuel burn of 12 gallons per hour, resulting in 2.2 miles per gallon and a range of 239 statute miles. Slow cruise at 600 RPM gave 3 miles per hour with 0.8 gallons per hour consumption. Both versions exhibited minimal bow rise when planing, benefiting from a 21-degree dead rise hull that handled light waves smoothly without hull slap. Acceleration times for the 250s were 5.5 seconds to 20 mph and 7.7 seconds to 30 mph, while the 200s took 6.6 seconds and 9.7 seconds respectively.
Helm and Controls
The helm is positioned to starboard on a tilt base, featuring a hand-stitched steering wheel centrally located. Twin 7-inch Garmin displays flank the Yamaha engine display, though a compass is notably absent. To the right is the Optimus 360 joystick, providing full maneuverability at the dock, accompanied by engine start keys, safety lanyard, and Lenco trim tab controls. An Optimus 360 joystick monitor displays thrust and movement data when engaged. Accessory switches are split between the right and port sides of the helm. Additional amenities include a cubby with audio and USB inputs, a 12-volt plug, and Clarion audio controls to the left of the wheel. The engine control binnacles are ergonomically placed on the starboard side, set at a 30-degree angle. Courtesy lighting is installed just aft of the helm, and six JL audio speakers are distributed throughout the helm and cockpit area, including a subwoofer integrated into the aft cockpit seating. The helm seating is a two-seat bench that swivels to starboard, transforming the cockpit layout easily with a simple pull and twist mechanism. Stainless steel grab handles are mounted on the back of the seats. The windscreen spans 7 feet 3 inches wide and 2 feet 5 inches high, providing good visibility with 8 inches from helm to windshield top and 2 feet 2 inches from windshield top to hardtop.
Exterior Features and Deck Layout
The bow area is a standout feature, accessed via a 1 foot 7 inch port side walkway and surrounded by 9 inch by 2.5 inch bolsters that rise 2 feet 8 inches from deck to bolster top, creating a safe and spacious environment. The bow seating converts into a sun pad using Chaparral's innovative center seat, and can be easily reverted back to conventional seating. A dinette table, integrated speakers, and drink holders enhance comfort. The bow anchor locker houses an electric Lumar windlass with local and helm controls, a manual hand wrench, and a 14-pound galvanized DTX plow anchor. Two 6-inch pull-up mooring cleats are positioned port and starboard. The swim platform is generous for a 28-foot boat, measuring 8.5 feet long by 2 feet 10 inches wide on either side, with an 11-inch center transition platform, all covered with C-deck material. A heavy-duty dive door with a magnetic catch and push-button lock provides secure access to the platform, complemented by a washdown hose. Cleats and fuel fills are conveniently located near the platform, and battery and holding tank access is integrated into the starboard side seating. A partition door separates the cockpit from the swim platform, behind which the main breaker panel and battery shutoffs are located.
Mechanical and Systems Access
The mechanical compartment is situated beneath the aft center seating section, secured by heavy-duty brackets and a break system for easy access. Inside, the fuel tank, fuel lines, and digital fuel sending units are centrally located. House and engine batteries are positioned to port, with the black water holding tank to starboard. A 20-amp battery charger is mounted above the batteries. Engine fuel water separators flank the compartment, and the bilge pump with low and high-level float switches is centrally placed. Hydraulic steering pumps for both engines are mounted aft, with the Optimus 360 joystick steering unit between them. The through-hull transducer is located beneath the starboard fuel water separator. The entire compartment is bonded to prevent galvanic corrosion and illuminated by LED lighting.
Interior Living Spaces and Head
The 280 OSX includes a spacious head accessed via a door to the port side of the helm. The headroom measures 4 feet 9 inches, with seated headroom at 3 feet 3 inches. The head features a sink integrated into the countertop and an opening port on the starboard side for ventilation. An electric head slides out on a track and is concealed beneath the door when not in use. Lighting and flush controls are mounted on the aft bulkhead, providing convenience and privacy.
Cockpit and Seating
The cockpit features an L-shaped seating arrangement to port, with wrap-around bolsters continuing throughout the area for comfort and safety. The aft seating includes a convertible sun pad that easily transforms into an aft-facing lounge. Under the port bench seating, storage is provided for a 25-quart removable cooler and an inflator/deflator for water toys or floats, along with the dinette table. Multiple JL audio speakers are strategically placed around the cockpit, enhancing the entertainment experience. The hardtop offers substantial sun protection, featuring a bonded 3.5 by 2-foot skylight equipped with a blind system that transitions from transparent to opaque. Recessed lighting is installed at both ends of the hardtop, and the structure follows the contours of the windscreen on both sides, contributing to the boat's strong and cohesive design.
Conclusion
The Chaparral 280 OSX Outboard presents a compelling combination of performance, comfort, and innovative design features for a 28-foot sport boat. Its twin Yamaha outboard options provide strong acceleration and efficient cruising capabilities, while the convertible seating arrangements in the helm, bow, and aft cockpit maximize usable space and versatility. The inclusion of a roomy head, extensive storage, a protective hardtop with advanced skylight features, and a well-designed swim platform with dive door further enhance its appeal. Overall, the 280 OSX is a well-rounded vessel suitable for extended day outings with family and friends, delivering style, safety, and enjoyable boating experiences.
Overview from around the web 2026 Chaparral 280 OSX
The 2026 Chaparral 280 OSX has garnered positive feedback from customers, highlighting its exceptional blend of performance, style, and versatility
Many users appreciate the spacious and well-designed interior, which provides a comfortable experience for family and friends. The seating arrangements are often praised, allowing for social gatherings on the water. Performance-wise, boaters consistently commend the powerful engines and smooth ride, making it ideal for both leisurely cruising and thrilling water sports. The boat’s handling in various conditions has earned it high marks, with many noting its agility and stability. Customers also love the modern features integrated into the 280 OSX, such as advanced navigation systems, premium sound systems, and convenient storage options. The attention to detail in the design and the quality of materials used in construction have left a lasting impression, with boaters feeling they are investing in a durable and stylish vessel. Overall, the 2026 Chaparral 280 OSX has become a favorite among those looking for a luxurious yet functional boat that can handle a variety of on-water adventures.
Made For
The 2026 Chaparral 280 OSX is designed for the discerning boat enthusiast seeking versatility, performance, and comfort on the water. Ideal for families and active adventurers, this dual-purpose boat serves perfectly for both relaxing day trips and thrilling water sports. With ample space for entertaining and a sleek design, it caters to those who appreciate style as much as functionality. Perfect for anyone who enjoys creating lasting memories on the water, whether it’s cruising with friends, fishing with family, or simply soaking up the sun, the 280 OSX promises an exhilarating experience tailored to a wide range of boating lifestyles.
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