266 SF; 270 TE

The World Cat 270 TE (called the 266 SF in 1998–2002) began life as the SeaCat 25 Center Console back in the late 1990s. World Cat acquired the molds, and after a complete redesign she was introduced in 1998 as the 266 SF. Like all World Cats, the 270 TE rides on semi-displacement hulls rather than the higher-speed (but harder riding) planing hulls used by some catamaran builders. A single-level deck provides excellent 360-degree fishability and fit and finish compares with many more expensive boats her size. Standard features include a T-top with radio box, enclosed head with Porta-Potti, leaning bar with backrest and rod holders, fresh and raw water washdowns, bow pulpit, windlass, recessed rod storage (under forward gunnels), gunnel rod holders (11), two 31-gallon transom livewells, 288-quart coffin box, two in-deck fish boxes (forward), port/starboard tackle storage (lockable), low-profile bow rails, cockpit bolsters, and a walk-thru transom door. Note the lockable in-deck rod storage on both sides of the console. With an 8'6" beam, the 270 is legally trailerable in all states. No lightweight, twin 225hp Honda outboards top out in the high 20s (over 40 knots top).