Research 2010 - Contender Boats - 23 Open

~23 Open

Versatility. That’s the word that comes to mind when describing our 23’ Open Fish. Because whether you’re fishing a wreck, diving for lobster or giving a sailfish all it can handle, this boat can take you there and then some. Rigged with single or twin Yamaha outboards, this boat can suit just about any lifestyle you and your family live for.

Using Contender’s 24. 5° offshore hull design, she cuts through the chop with a soft dry ride, yet remains stable at rest. Amenities include recessed bow rail, forward recessed gunwale rod holders, live well and walk-through transom to name a few. Easily trailered, the 23’ is the perfect family fishing machine.
Draft: 1 ft. 6 in.
Beam: 8 ft. 3 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 150
Max load: 4750
Standard features:
Hull & Deck
Hand-Laid Fiberglass Throughout High Tech
Construction Using Multi-Directional Fabric & Foam
Cored Solid Glass Stringer System
Foam Floatation
Integral Dive Platform, Full Transom & Transom Door
Self-Bailing Cockpit
Non-Skid Cockpit Sole & Deck
Heavy Duty Rub Rail
Choice of Hull & Deck Gelcoat Colors
Hand-Painted Boot & Pin Stripe


Cockpit Sole & Deck Compartments
Forward Anchor Locker w/Storage
75 Gal. Fully Lined & Insulated Forward FishBox
56 Gal. Fully Lined & Insulated, Aft Fish Boxes (Port & Strbd)
30 Gal. Round Livewells Under Deck (Excludes Plumbing)


Console Walk-In Console w/Head Compartment
Large Bi-fold, Lockable Electronics Storage
Lockable Storage Under Console


Mechanical
International Lighting
Recessed Pop-Up Bow Light
Hydraulic Steering w/Custom Steering Wheel
Waterproof Switches & Breaker Panel w/Indicator Lights
2000 GPH Auto/Manual Bilge Pump
Compass


Hardware
Chrome on Bronze or Stainless Steel Hardware
Heavy Duty Recessed Bow Lifting Ring w/Cleat (Pop-Up)
Heavy Duty Stern Lifting Rings
8” Stern Cleats
Lee’s Flush Mount Gunnel Rod Holders
Recessed Bow Handrail