Last updated on February 2nd, 2018 at 04:49 pm
Are you a keen fisherman who is looking to buy a boat? Or perhaps you are a boat owner who is looking to upgrade.
Have a quick look at this list of the 3 of the best fibreglass fishing boats that are available on the market in 2017.
HAINES HUNTER 565R SPECS
Price: $85,500
Haines Hunter is a prominent brand in Australian boating history. The previous models are highly respected and the new Haines Hunter 565R continues on the tradition bringing together proven boat engineering with modern technology.
This vessel is the family sports boat that doubles as a comfortable fishing boat that can also be taken off-shore. This is what makes the 565R a genuine all-rounder.
The helm layout is practical, deck space maximised with plenty of room for storage as well as a large live bait well. The overall layout is clean, open and easily accessible which is exactly what you need for a good day out fishing or enjoying water sports with family or friends.
General Specifications
MATERIAL Fibreglass
TYPE Monohull
LENGTH 5.65m
BEAM 2.4m
WEIGHT 720kg (hull only)
FUEL 185L
ENGINE Mercury 150 FourStroke outboard motor
Read more about the Haines Hunter 565R
WHITTLEY SL22 SEA LEGEND
Price: $115,000
The Whittley SL22 is a family and lifestyle boat that can also take fishing seriously.
This is a comfortable boat with a low centre of gravity and an excellent hull design making it feel very stable underfoot. There is a nice balance of beautiful aesthetics and reliable internal technology.
Speaking of technology, the entire boat is can be managed from the big screen that displays premium colour sonar, GPS/plotter and engine diagnostics. This screen is also centre for all of the boat’s instruments such as lights, wipers, alarms and an integrated sound system.
Overall the Whittley SL22 Sea Legend combines stylish aesthetics, comfort, practicality, punchy power and exciting technology.
General Specifications
MATERIAL Fibreglass
TYPE Monohull
LENGTH 6.59m
BEAM 2.26m
WEIGHT 1949kg (BMT)
FUEL 210L
ENGINE Volvo V6 280 G
Read more about the Whittley SL22 Sea Legend.
Sea Fox 288 Commander
Price: $297,000
The Sea Fox 288 Commander is designed for game fishing and long offshore runs, but it contains a modern elegance and is spacious & comfortable enough to keep your family/friends happy as well.
It also comes armed with a state of the art collection of high tech features. The vessel contains plenty of wet & dry storage areas including kill tanks, livebait tanks, lockers and access hatches. Every bit of available space has been carefully considered and put to good use.
This boat is suitable for both serious fishing and family boating.
General Specifications
MATERIAL Fibreglass
TYPE Monohull
LENGTH 8.71m
BEAM 2.9m
WEIGHT 2721kg (dry)
FUEL 745L
ENGINE 2 x Evinrude ETEC G2 300hp outboard motors
Read more about the Sea Fox 288 Commander.
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If you are considering buying a new fishing boat or upgrading, we can provide low interest rate fishing boat finance with fast approvals so that you can get out on the water much sooner.
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