Based on Eastern's able, rugged 248 hull, this Tournament model is all about fishing–efficiently, effectively, safely, and above all, comfortably and happily. The 248 Tournament shares the hull, cabin, and pilothouse with the 248 Islander, including its cabin forward with V-berth, head (portable with pumpout standard) and hanging locker. In the pilothouse opposite the helm is an L-shaped lounge. The back of the lounge forms a multi-drawer tackle center with cutting board and sink on top. A 30-plus-gallon transom livewell with toe-rail beneath replaces the Islander's aft bench seat. An optional transom door provides access to fight fish around the Armstrong bracket and engine, in appropriate seas. The aft edge of the cabin top holds a six-rod rocket launcher, and four gunwale holders secure more. There's space in the cabin to mount rod racks overhead for lockable storage. A pump-out fish box in the cockpit sole takes care of the catch. As with the 248 Explorer and Islander, the 248 Tournament performs well with a single 150-hp outboard, unlike many of her competitors that require twice that much power. Family day cruising or serious fishing, Eastern's 248 Tournament can handle the challenge.
Draft: 1 ft. 3 in.
Beam: 8 ft. 6 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 90
Standard features:
Specification
Length: 24'0"
Beam: 8'6"
Draft: 15"
Freeboard: 24"
Dry Weight: 3600 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 90 gal.
Recommended Horsepower: 150HP
Standard
Hard Cabin Sides with Sliding Window
Navigation Lights
Stainless Steel Hardware
Black Rub Rail / Spray Rail
(1) Electric Windshield Wiper
Stainless Steel Bow Eye
Boot Stripe
Self Bailing Inner Liner
Inspection Deck Plates
5 Rod Rocket Launcher
Swivel Pedestal Helm Seat
Insulated Fish Box with Pumpout
Scuppers
90 Gallon Fuel Tank
Fuel Filter & Water Separator
Trim Tabs
Electric Bilge Pump & Auto Float
Porta Pottie with Dockside Pumpout
L Shaped Settee with Cutting Board
Sink & Tackle Station
Dual Font Opening Windshields
Side & Aft Curtains
12V Switch Panel
V-Berths with Cushions & Shelves
Stainless Steel Bow Rail
(2) Dome Lights
LED Courtesy Lights
Transom Livewell & Washdown
Single Outboard Bracket
20x20 Cabin Hatch
Fold Down Helm
Hanging Locker
Teak Wire Ways
Flush Mounted SS Rod Holders (2 pair)
Sea Star Hydraulic Steering
(4) Ports with Opening Glass and Screen
12V Accessory Plug
Compass
Anchor Roller / Deck Pipe
Optional features:
Dark Colors
Pastel Colors
Anti Fouling Bottom Paint
V-Berth Filler Panel with Cushion
Electric Windshield Wiper
Additional Rod Holder (pair, drink/rod combo)
Upgrade Upholstery & Canvas
Upgrade to Stainless Steel Handrails
Extra 6 Gang Breaker Panel
Anchor Windlass
Shore Power with Battery Charger
Marine Head with Macerator
Halogen Spreader Lights (pair)
LED Spreader Lights (pair)
Wiring for Dual Batteries & Switch
one battery included​
Refrigerator Unit
Transom Opening with Color Matched Fiberglass Door
Transom Opening with Starboard Door
Bow Thruster (bottom paint around)
Bracket Ladder (slide in or bracket mount)