2018 Sportsman Open 282TE

The Open Series ranges from 21' to 31'. Designed for the more serious angler but lacking nothing for the family outing. The Open Series features angler-driven cockpit layouts with optimized deck space and storage. Open horizons await with an Open Series Center Console by Sportsman Boats.

Experience 360 degree fishability on-board the 282 Tournament Edition. With a bow specifically designed for the angler in mind. The chaise lounge coffin box forward of the console is as comfortable as it is functional and the large leaning post livewell is sure to keep you and your team ready for your next big catch.

Features may include:

For the ultimate look and feel, the UltraLeather performance fabrics used throughout this boat outperforms any other material in durability, softness and quality. You will feel the difference every time you board your boat. Offered in white and tan.

High quality tempered glass windshield protects the helm while still maintaining air flow thanks to the openings on the top.

Having a side entry door is a very versatile feature that will quickly become one of your favorites on-board this boat. This door is part of the mold and is one of the key features of this model. Having it be part of the mold, guarantees that it has necessary structural reinforcements needed.

Having the convenience of just pushing a button to retrieve your anchor is an immense comfort. Makes dropping anchor a breeze and saves your arms when it's time to move. This top-quality windlass system is installed thru-hull giving it a great clean look and comes standard with a high-grade stainless steel Lewmar anchor.

For ease of use and safety, there are foot controls at the bow for launching and retrieving your anchor, making the operation a one-man job. It also makes it very easy to see your anchor, rope and chain as it is getting reeled in.

It's all business at the bow of the Tournament Edition. This bow layout is what gives the name to this model. Purpose built for 360 degree fishability in mind. This setup allows you to fish this boat from every angle. But keeping the family in mind, the very comfortable console front lounge will sure please when it's time to entertain.

This console front lounge is comfortable and spacious. It does includes armrests on both sides for that extra added touch.

Flipping up the lid on the coffin box, reveals a very large 104-gallon insulated and macerated fish box. When not filled with your catch of the day, it serves as a large storage. The lid is held upright with the assistance of gas struts making it a breeze to load.

Additional bow storage can be found below deck just forward of the lounge.

Standard feature on this boat is a freshwater electric porcelain toilet with overboard discharge along with an on-board holding tank. Once the toilet flushes, it gets piped into the holding tank. From there, where legally allowed, a push of a button discharges the tank. Making this a very easy and convenient way of having a fully functional toilet on your boat.