G3 Sportsman 1710 Boats For Sale

The G3 Sportsman 1710 is an all-aluminum, all-welded fishing boat measuring 17 feet 10 inches with a 92-inch beam, built by Yamaha and aimed at crappie, bass, walleye and panfishing. The modified-V hull gives a stable casting platform and a dry, comfortable ride in chop. It comes in two body styles: a standard layout with a front rod locker, and the PFX configuration that adds three-across seating on the front deck and a split-lid livewell up front. The model was originally designed for Crappie Masters competitors, and its size suits beginners and experienced anglers alike while still fitting in a regular garage once the trailer tongue is removed.

Power comes from a Yamaha outboard rated up to 90 horsepower, and owners report the four-stroke is quiet, economical and low-maintenance. The 21-gallon fuel tank stretches a long way given the modest fuel consumption, and a deck-access gas cap makes refueling simple. The boat is rated to carry four adults, and even six-foot-plus passengers have leg room across the bench.

The console serves as the command center with a sport-style tilt steering wheel, Yamaha controls, recessed gauges and a Lowrance Hook2 5-inch color fish finder with GPS mapping. The PFX is offered in standard, Plus and Max configurations: the Plus adds a 9-inch Helix display and a Maxxum trolling motor, while the Max steps up to an Ultrex trolling motor and two 12-inch Helix displays. The standard MinnKota 55 Edge 12-volt trolling motor produces 55 pounds of thrust and can be upgraded to a 70-pound 24-volt system, supported by a multi-bank automatic battery charger.

The front deck offers more than 33 square feet of casting space, with deep lockable storage boxes, an oversized organized rod locker on the port side, and a 19-gallon livewell. A storage box doubles as a step up to the bow. The PFX uses three pedestal bases up front, letting crappie anglers run two seats side by side while bass anglers can center a single seat. In back, a 33-gallon divided livewell with an insulated lid and 800 gph pump-out is flanked by built-in tackle storage and tackle trays, with three batteries and easy access on a 24-volt setup.

Seating is three across with a fold-down center seat that creates a flip step to the rear deck and removes for a clearer view at speed; all three seat bottoms lift out for storage access. The marine-grade vinyl flooring rinses clean with a hose and stays non-slip when wet, and buyers can choose carpet instead. Color options have included metallic black or burgundy for 2019, while the PFX is offered in white, charcoal, midnight blue, and Mossy Oak Shadow Grass and Break-Up camo for anglers who also hunt ducks.

Shoppers comparing G3 Sportsman 1710 boats for sale should note what is standard versus optional: trolling motor thrust and voltage, display size, and flooring all vary by trim. The boat ships with an aluminum trailer as standard, with a powder-coated trailer available, plus transom tie-down savers. For its size and price, it is a practical all-around rig for families and tournament anglers chasing crappie, bass and catfish.