This is a center console designed to give you more usable days on the water with fewer tradeoffs between fishing, family time, and comfort. If you're coming out of a smaller bay boat or a more fishing-only layout, the Masters 227 replaces tight space, limited seating, and rough ride concerns with a balanced platform that works across Tampa Bay, Clearwater passes, and nearshore runs without overcomplicating ownership.

At just over 22 feet with an 8'4" beam, this hull size is easy to manage at the dock and on the trailer while still delivering confidence when the afternoon chop builds. The 15° deadrise softens the ride compared to flatter bay boats, and the capacity for up to 250 horsepower provides the power margin experienced owners expect for loaded days with people and gear. Fuel capacity supports longer days without planning around the gauge, and seating for up to eight keeps family and guests comfortable without crowding the cockpit.

Fishing features are integrated without turning the boat into a single-purpose tool. Dual rear livewells, a large bow casting deck, rod storage, and washdowns support serious use, while the hard-top, console space, and seating layout make it easy to switch from fishing to cruising without reconfiguring the boat.

Thunder Marine supports this boat with local knowledge, delivery standards, and long-term service access that reduce friction after the purchase, not just at signing. Meet with Thunder Marine to walk through this exact configuration, understand how it fits Tampa Bay use, and review delivery and long-term support.
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Ownership with Thunder

• Clear handoff and orientation so you use the boat confidently from day one
• Local service access that fits how you actually boat on the Gulf Coast
• Guidance on setup and rigging decisions to avoid second-guessing later
• A long-term relationship, not a one-time transaction

Key Specs

• Length Overall: 22' 5"

• Beam: 14'

• Passenger Capacity: 12

• Maximum Horsepower: 250 HP

• Number of Engines: 1

• Engine Make & Model: Yamaha F250XSB2

• Fuel Capacity: 70 gal

• Draft (Engine Up): 14"

• Deadrise at Transom: 15°

Features

Helm & Electronics

• Garmin 12" MFD, VHF, and integrated stereo reduce clutter and simplify operation

• Digital switching and wireless charging keep systems centralized and easy to manage

• Seakeeper Ride VACS assists with attitude control to improve comfort underway

Seating & Comfort

• Premium dual-chair leaning post with bolsters and armrests supports long runs

• Fold-up rear bench adds seating without sacrificing cockpit space

• Hard-top with integrated lighting and windshield improves sun and wind protection

Fishing & Utility

• Dual 25-gallon rear livewells support bait management without constant attention

• Large bow and aft casting decks create usable space for multiple anglers

• Rod storage, washdowns, and fish boxes keep the deck organized and clean

Hull & Build

• An advanced fiberglass stringer system with no wood reduces long-term maintenance concerns

• Self-bailing cockpit and quality hardware simplify cleanup and ownership