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2025 Scout 281 XSS
$269,900
Boat in Louisville, KY US
281 XSS
1 Engine (Mercury)
28 feet
Gas
Other
2025 Scout Boat Company 281 XSS, Structure Double stepped hull Infused Hull,
Deck and Stringer Closed Cell Foam Flotation
• Interior Self-Bailing Cockpit
EVA Foam Decking on Bow and Transom surfaces
Split grab rails in bow Port & Starboard
horizontal rod storage for (2) rods (
6) 8" cleats (
8) Stainless Steel Flush Mount Rod Holders Port & Starboard bow,
dry, storage boxes
(1) bow, center storage box Port
Starboard tackle drawers under cockpit steps
Port & Starboard Fishboxes on transom
Transom Storage boxes for (4) fenders (Fenders Included)
Center stern storage box w/ flip-up backrest
65Q slide out YETI cooler in LP
(2) Helm Seats w/ Flip Up bolsters
Console coffin box Integrated Exposed Carbon Fiber T-Top w/ Fully Enclosed Windshields,
2 Spreader Lights and Switch Panel
• Systems Vertical Windlass w/ Polished Stainless Anchor Roller,
Anchor Road & Chain Fresh & Raw Water washdown (in LP) with Hose Reels
Fresh Water Washdown in Anchor Box
Rubrail Navigation Lights
Fusion Bluetooth Stereo w/ (6) 7.7 JL Audio speakers [4 in hardtop, 2 in bow]
Compass
Porta Potti
Zipwakes
6" Hydraulic Jackplate Pocket
Transom ladder and built in Synthetic Decking Step
Garmin 943 XS Screen w/ GT12M transducer
Leaning Post w/ Baitwell,
Corian countertop,
cutting board
rod holders
House/Engine Battery Charger
Shrink wrap (
2) 31 AGM Batteries
Introducing our newest flagship Bay Boat model, the 281 XSS. We designed this model to be like no other bay boat or inshore/offshore crossover on the market, thanks to its advanced build methodology, sleek styling, high performance and abundant features. The boat has incredible fishability with a large casting foredeck, large casting rear deck, dual stern bait/fish boxes and ample rod storage. Engine Horsepower: 400 bhp; 298.5 kW
Length Overall: 337 in. (8600 mm)
Beam: 112 in. (2.8 m)
Draft: 14 Drive Down; 355.6 Drive Down
Dry Weight: 5457 lb. (2475 kg.)
Max Person Capacity: Yacht Certified
Fuel Capacity: 126 gal. (477 L)
Deck and Stringer Closed Cell Foam Flotation
• Interior Self-Bailing Cockpit
EVA Foam Decking on Bow and Transom surfaces
Split grab rails in bow Port & Starboard
horizontal rod storage for (2) rods (
6) 8" cleats (
8) Stainless Steel Flush Mount Rod Holders Port & Starboard bow,
dry, storage boxes
(1) bow, center storage box Port
Starboard tackle drawers under cockpit steps
Port & Starboard Fishboxes on transom
Transom Storage boxes for (4) fenders (Fenders Included)
Center stern storage box w/ flip-up backrest
65Q slide out YETI cooler in LP
(2) Helm Seats w/ Flip Up bolsters
Console coffin box Integrated Exposed Carbon Fiber T-Top w/ Fully Enclosed Windshields,
2 Spreader Lights and Switch Panel
• Systems Vertical Windlass w/ Polished Stainless Anchor Roller,
Anchor Road & Chain Fresh & Raw Water washdown (in LP) with Hose Reels
Fresh Water Washdown in Anchor Box
Rubrail Navigation Lights
Fusion Bluetooth Stereo w/ (6) 7.7 JL Audio speakers [4 in hardtop, 2 in bow]
Compass
Porta Potti
Zipwakes
6" Hydraulic Jackplate Pocket
Transom ladder and built in Synthetic Decking Step
Garmin 943 XS Screen w/ GT12M transducer
Leaning Post w/ Baitwell,
Corian countertop,
cutting board
rod holders
House/Engine Battery Charger
Shrink wrap (
2) 31 AGM Batteries
Introducing our newest flagship Bay Boat model, the 281 XSS. We designed this model to be like no other bay boat or inshore/offshore crossover on the market, thanks to its advanced build methodology, sleek styling, high performance and abundant features. The boat has incredible fishability with a large casting foredeck, large casting rear deck, dual stern bait/fish boxes and ample rod storage. Engine Horsepower: 400 bhp; 298.5 kW
Length Overall: 337 in. (8600 mm)
Beam: 112 in. (2.8 m)
Draft: 14 Drive Down; 355.6 Drive Down
Dry Weight: 5457 lb. (2475 kg.)
Max Person Capacity: Yacht Certified
Fuel Capacity: 126 gal. (477 L)
Nominal Length
28ft
Beam
9ft
Hull Material
other
Engine 1
Engine Make
Mercury
Engine Model
400XXL
Fuel Type
gasoline
Engine Year
2025
Total Power
400.0 hp
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/13/26 | Price decreased | $269,900(-14.3%) |
| 7/24/25 | Initial price | $314,900 |
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Address
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Louisville, KY 40206
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