Specifications
Name:
28-29
Length:
28'6"
Hull Type:
Deep-V
Gross Weight:
--
Fuel Capacity:
250 gals.
Model Years:
2005—2015
Draft:
--
Beam:
10'6"
Water Capacity:
20 gals
Waste Capacity:
--
Length w/ Pulpit:
--
The Southport 28/29 is a top-tier center console with a broad 10'6"" beam, wide forward gunnels, and a well-flared bow—a serious sportfishing machine for serious anglers. Introduced in 2005, the 28 was specifically designed for then new heavyweight four-stroke outboards. Out of production in 2009, production resumed in 2012 as the Southport 29 when the company came under new ownership. Standard features include an integrated post with aft-facing seats and 45-gallon livewell, transom livewell, console head compartment with rod storage, bow locker (for anchor windlass), cockpit bolsters, transom rigging station with sink, in-deck fish box (aft), trim tabs, gunnel rod holders, console head compartment with lockable rod storage, cockpit rod storage, fresh/raw-water washdowns, and recessed bow rails. The insulated 157-gallon coffin box (with macerator) forward of the console doubles as a sun pad, and the rigging area is lighted by red LED lights for nighttime fishing. Note the twin transom doors. About 40 knots top with Yamaha F250s; 45 knots wide open with Yamaha F300s. The second-generation Southport 292 replaced this boat in 2015.
