Product Overview
The Grady-White 281 Coastal Explorer is the ultimate inshore and offshore boat, built on the legendary SeaV² hull, making it a versatile game-changer. This boat is designed for both serious fishing and luxurious family outings, equipped with a new standard portside electric fold-down platform with a stowable ladder, and an aft bench seat that can be configured in three different ways. Its 27’7″ length and 9’4″ beam provide ample space for fishing the shallows or venturing into deeper offshore waters. The cockpit and deck feature a 100% hand-laid SeaV² hull and deck, blue LED cockpit lights, and an 18-gallon livewell. The cockpit layout is optimized for fishing with multiple rod holders, horizontal rod storage, and a spacious aft bench seat. The boat also includes a deluxe lean bar with a 38-gallon livewell, lockable storage drawers, and tackle storage, making it a fisherman’s dream. Family-friendly amenities include port and starboard bow cushioned seating with adjustable backrests, a spacious head area with electric flush, and a stereo system with waterproof touch screen display and Wi-Fi & Bluetooth connectivity. The helm features a stainless steel steering wheel, a flush-mount electronics area, and the advanced Helm Master EX steering system. With a fuel capacity of 160 gallons and a maximum horsepower of 600, the 281 CE is built for long, adventurous trips. The boat’s thoughtful design and advanced features make it perfect for fishing enthusiasts and families alike.
Key Features
- Versatile Fishing Capabilities: Portside electric fold-down platform with a stowable ladder. Deluxe lean bar with a 38-gallon livewell, rod holders, and lockable storage drawers.
- Family-Friendly Design: Port and starboard bow cushioned seating with adjustable backrests. Spacious head area with electric flush and ample storage.
- Safety and Durability: 100% hand-laid SeaV² hull and deck. Self-bailing cockpit with stainless steel through-hull fittings and automatic bilge pumps.
- Convenient Cockpit Features: Blue LED cockpit lights, freshwater shower, and stainless steel drink holders. Multiple rod holders and horizontal rod storage for optimized fishing.
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Grady White 281 CE
General
Specifications
Power & Performance
- Single Yamaha 450 XTO
- Twin Yamaha 300
Livewells & Storage
- 18-gallon Aft Insulated Raw Water Livewell w/light & ob drain
- 38 Gallon Insulated Raw Water Livewell w/ Light in LP
- 70-qt Forward port & starboard insulated fish box w/ob drain (2)
- Port & Starboard Under Seat Drop-In Boxes
- Lockable Storage Drawers (2)
- LP Lockable Storage
- Lockable Console
- 296 Quart Cooler Under Forward Console Seat w/ Removable Divider
- Rod holders – aft (4), amidships (4)
- Rod storage racks – horizontal (2)
- LP Rod Holders (4)
- T-Top Rod Holders (4)
Helm & Seating
- Deluxe Lean Bar w/ Rigging Station – Freshwater Shower (recessed), Cutting Coard & Bait Locker, & Insulated Raw Water Livewell w/ Light
- Backrest w/ Split Flip-Up Bolster
- Painted Rod Holders, Knife & Plier Holders, Lockable Storage Drawer w/ Tackle trays,
- Port Net Storage Area, & Pressurized Raw Water w/ Hose
- *Elite Lean Bar w/ Command Elite Helm Chairs, Insulated Raw Water Livewell, Raw Water Washdown w/ Hose, & Freshwater Shower (recessed)
- *Bait Locker, Cutting Board, Lockable Storage Drawers, Tackle Storage, Port Net Storage Area, & Knife & Plier Holders
- T-Top w/ Painted Aluminum Frame, storage net, LED spreader lights, rod holders, tri-colored LED recessed lights, radar flat & outrigger plates
- Scratch Resistant Acrylic Windshield Integrated w/ T-Top
- Marine Head w/ Electric Flush, 10-gallon Holding Tank w/ Macerator, Overboard Discharge & Deck Pump Out
N/A
- Aft Bench Seat w/ Port & Starboard Swing-Open Walk-Through Backrests
- Deluxe Lean Bar w/ Backrest w/ Split Flip-Up Bolster
- Port & Starboard Bow Cushioned Seating w/ Electromechanically Adjustable Backrests
- Forward Bolsters
- Casting platform insert w/cushion
- Molded Forward Console Lounge Seat w/ Cushion & Backrest
- *Casting Platform Extension Insert w/ Cushion
- *Removable Aft Bench Seat Center Backrest
Soft Sand
Electronics
Flush Mount Electronics Area
- Stereo system w/waterproof touch screen display, AM/FM tuner & Wi-Fi & Bluetooth® connectivity
- Speakers w/LED lights – bow (2), cockpit (2), T-Top (2)
- Battery Charger
- Helm Master EX w/ Integrated Digital Electric Steering (Does not include joystick)
- *Helm Master EX w/ Full Maneuverability
Accessories
Lighting – underwater blue LED (2)
Optional
Anchor windlass w/remote switches at helm & windlass
Hull
- Classic Grady White
- Celestial Blue
- Coastal Fog
- Ocean Mist
- Sea Glass
Additional Features
- Batteries (2) w/battery select switch (1)
- Cockpit lights – blue LED
- Drink holders – stainless steel (10)
- Engine flush system w/hose attachment aft
- Hydraulic trim tabs w/indicator & auto retract
- Sport Deck – electromechanically folding platform w/boarding ladder
- Accessory outlet – 5V duplex USB port
- Accessory outlet – 12V (1)
- Windshield wiper w/washer
- Steering wheel – 316 grade stainless steel w/knob
Optional Features
- Ski Pylon
- Bow Table Package
- SureShade® electrically retractable cockpit shade w/Sunbrella®
- Underside Color of Fiberglass Top
- Trolling Motor Pre-Rig – Swivel Mount Bracket w/ Quick Release, Head Stabilizer, 36V
- Batteries (3), & 20-amp Battery Charger
- Easy Up Bow Shade
- T-Top Wing Curtains
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