A boat that goes so fast and weighs so little needs to be strongly built. The Scout starts with an all-fiberglass stringer system, which ties into the integrated transom. The multidirectional fiberglass layup in the hull gives the boat plenty of muscle without adding weight. Scout also leaves the hull in the mold until the deck is glassed in place. The result? Warping isn't likely.
You can also compare the 280 CC to the Hydra-Sports 3000 Vector, which is longer at 29'5" but has a beam of just 8'7". Quality, fit and finish, and equipment are close on these rigs, as is price, about $90,000 for the 3000 Vector, with a pair of 225-hp DFI outboards.
LAST WORD. Speed and space, plus all the fishing goodies-what's not to like?
LOA.....28'6"
Beam.....9'5"
Draft.....2'4"
Displacement (lbs., approx.).....4,100
Transom deadrise...21°
Bridge clearance...7'9"
Minimum cockpit depth..........2'3"
Max. headroom...6'5"
Fuel capacity (gal.)..........208
Water capacity (gal.)..........20
Price (w/o power) ..........$61,000
Price (w/test power) ..........$88,000
STANDARD POWER: None.
OPTIONAL POWER: Twin outboards to 500 hp total.
TEST BOAT POWER: Twin 200-hp Yamaha HPDI V-6 outboards with 158.4 cid, 3.54" bore x 2.68" stroke, swinging 15 1/4" x 19" three-bladed ss props through 1.86:1 reductions.
STANDARD EQUIPMENT (major items): T-top and radio box; spreader lights; hydraulic steering; coaming pads; 30-gal. aerated, lighted livewell; bait sink w/transom shower; locking rodboxes; console head compartment; battery charger; 3 batteries; electric security panel over electronics flat; leaning post w/backrest and rocket launchers.
