Explore the Power and Versatility of the Sportsman Open 252 Center Console Boat

When serious performance meets unmatched comfort, the Sportsman Open 252 delivers. This exceptional center console boat is built for anglers who demand reliability without compromise. Whether you are pursuing deep-sea fishing adventures or enjoying a relaxing day on the water, the Open 252 provides superior fishability and premium features designed to enhance every trip.

This high-performance model combines robust engineering with luxury amenities, making it one of the most sought-after center console options available today. From its powerful twin outboard setup to its innovative storage solutions, this Sportsman Open 252 is a serious machine built for life on the water.

Key Features and Performance Highlights

The configuration of this Sportman boat ensures that every function—from navigation to anchoring—is intuitive and efficient. Key installed features include:

• Engine Power: Equipped with twin Yamaha F150XCA outboards, providing reliable 300 HP total power output for effortless handling across various conditions.
• Navigation Suite: Features dual Garmin 1242xsv multifunction displays (MFDs) and a powerful Garmin Fantom 18 Radome unit for superior visibility in all weather.
• Hull Design: The Storm Cloud hull with its white bottom provides both aesthetic appeal and structural integrity, designed to handle demanding marine environments.
• Essential Gear: Standard equipment includes an anchor windlass system, electric power steering, trim tabs, a pump-out head for convenience, and premium stereo connectivity.

Advanced Design & Premium Amenities

The Sportsman Open 252 is defined by its attention to detail, incorporating specialized features that elevate the ownership experience of this center console boat.

• Side Entry Door: A standout feature providing quick and easy access. This door is structurally integrated into the hull and deck mold, ensuring maximum durability while offering unparalleled convenience when accessing gear or moving around the vessel.
• Premium SoftTouch Vinyl Seating: Upholstered in Premium SoftTouch Textured Marine Vinyl coated with Nano-Block Technology™. This advanced nanotechnology provides exceptional resistance against mildew, UV fading, oils, grease, and general abrasions, ensuring your boat maintains a durable, luxurious look for years to come.
• Integrated Tempered Glass Windshield: Safety meets airflow thanks to the integrated tempered glass windshield. It offers robust protection at the helm while maintaining excellent ventilation through its designed gaps—and it is remarkably easy to clean and fade-proof.
• Thru-Hull Winch System & Bow Controls: Effortless anchoring starts here. The thru-hull windlass allows you to secure your anchor with a simple push of a button from the helm, saving physical effort. Complementing this are specialized bow foot controls for one-man operation and visibility when deploying or recovering lines.
• Versatile Bow Layout: Designed for both relaxation and function, the spacious foredeck includes wrap-around seating cushions, integrated drink holders, speakers, and two easily accessible large insulated fish boxes—perfect for serious fishing activity.

Specifications Summary (2020 Sportsman Open 252)

Reviewing the core specifications helps understand the capability of this center console boat:

• Model Year: 2020
• Length / Beam: Measures 25' 2" in length and 9' 2" beam.
• Propulsion System: Powered by twin outboard engines (Yamaha), offering a maximum combined horsepower of 425 HP.
• Hull Details: Features excellent stability with a draft up to 18" and a deep dead rise at the transom for superior performance in various water conditions.
• Capacity & Weight: The boat has substantial capacities, including approximately 145 gallons of usable fuel capacity (tank size is 156 gal.) and a seating capacity rated for 12 people. Its dry weight is around 4,100 lbs., making it manageable yet robust.