Midsize Center Console Boats Available This Year

Below is a curated selection of midsize center console boats currently offered by well-known manufacturers. These models cover a range of uses—from inshore bay work and family cruising to serious offshore fishing—featuring efficient hulls, comfortable layouts, and a range of power options. Each entry includes the key specifications you need at a glance: overall length (LOA), beam, draft, recommended power, reported speeds, price, and manufacturer contact information. Use this guide to compare hull types, performance, and layout priorities when shopping for a midsize center console boat.

Eastern 248

The Eastern 248 is a clean, Down East–inspired center console that emphasizes a graceful sheer, fine entry, and an efficient hull design. Its classic lines and simple layout make it a good choice for anglers who appreciate a traditional look plus reliable performance in a versatile package.

LOA: 24 feet
Beam: 8 feet, 6 inches
Draft: 1 foot, 3 inches
Power: Yamaha F150
Speed: 40 mph top, 26 mph cruise
Price: $57,875
Contact: Eastern Boats, (603) 652-9213. Website: www.easternboats.com

Regulator 25

The Regulator 25 is a premium deep-vee center console built for offshore fishing and comfortable cruising. As a modern replacement for Regulator’s popular 26, this model offers a predictable ride in rough water, a well-appointed helm, and the solid construction Regulator is known for.

LOA: 25 feet, 2 inches
Beam: 8 feet, 10 inches
Draft: 2 feet
Power: twin Yamaha F200s
Speed: 51 mph top, 31 mph cruise
Price: $130,395
Contact: Regulator Marine, (252) 482-3837. Website: www.regulatormarine.com

Scout 275 LXF

The Scout 275 LXF combines a host of innovative features with comfortable seating and Scout’s patented deep-vee hull. That hull form helps the boat slice through chop while the layout provides generous cockpit space and amenities for anglers and families alike.

LOA: 27 feet, 6 inches
Beam: 9 feet
Draft: 1 foot, 4 inches
Power: twin Yamaha F200s
Speed: 54 mph top, 29 mph cruise
Price: $151,286
Contact: Scout Boats, (843) 821-0068. Website: www.scoutboats.com

Sea Born FX25

The Sea Born FX25 is a crossover center console designed to perform in both shallow inshore waters and inshore/offshore environments. With a very shallow draft for easy access to skinny water and a roomy cockpit for fishing, it offers versatility for anglers who want one boat that does many things well.

LOA: 24 feet, 11 inches
Beam: 8 feet, 9 inches
Draft: 11 inches
Power: Yamaha F300
Speed: 60-plus mph top, 30 mph cruise
Price: $61,953
Contact: Composite Research, (912) 449-0033. Website: www.sundanceboats.com

Pathfinder 2600 HPS

The Pathfinder 2600 HPS is a versatile bay boat featuring a stepped hull for improved efficiency, large casting decks, and a package of offshore-capable fishing gear. It’s aimed at anglers who split time between flats, bays, and nearshore waters and want a boat that planes quickly and handles well.

LOA: 26 feet, 2 inches
Beam: 8 feet, 10 inches
Draft: 1 foot, 3 inches
Power: Yamaha F300
Speed: 59.4 mph top, 29.3 mph cruise
Price: $78,472
Contact: Pathfinder Boat Co., (772) 465-0631. Website: www.pathfinderboats.com

Southport 29 FE

The Southport 29 FE brings a refined deck layout intended to satisfy both family cruising needs and serious anglers. With a generous beam, twin outboards for confident offshore performance, and a focus on comfort and functionality, this model sits at the higher end of the midsize center console market.

LOA: 28 feet, 6 inches
Beam: 10 feet, 6 inches
Draft: 1 foot, 9 inches
Power: twin Yamaha F300s
Speed: 52.5 mph top, 36 mph cruise
Price: $215,000
Contact: Southport Boats, (866) 796-4874. Website: www.southportboats.com

Related topics to explore include crossover center consoles and larger offshore models that offer more space and power for extended trips or heavier seas. When evaluating any midsize center console, compare hull design, seating and deck layout, fuel capacity, electronics options, and the dealer support network to find the best fit for your intended use.

September 2013 issue