Research Thunderbird Formula 280 Sun Sport Cuddy Cabin Boat

~John Adams, Formula's exclusive designer, stated, "The 280 offers the best features of our Formula Performance and Cruiser models to create an entirely new boating experience." The 280 Sun Sport measures 29'6" with a 9'2" beam. The sleek, 21º deep-V hull reflects Formula's history of offshore performance excellence.
Draft: 3 ft. 0 in.
Beam: 9 ft. 2 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 120
Water tank capacity: 20
Holding tank capacity: 26
Standard features:
Key Features
The 280 Sun Sport has wraparound seating in the cockpit with a removable table for dining. The helm features a tinted, tempered curved glass windshield and complete backlit instrumentation. The cabin has a U-shaped dinette lounge that easily converts into a double berth with filler cushions, entertainment center with Clarion AM/FM stereo, and private head compartment with fiberglass vanity and sink. An overhead hatch and two portlights allow plenty of fresh air into the cabin. Contact: Thunderbird Products, 2200 West Monroe Street, Decatur, IN 46733-5003, www.formulaboats.com.


Standard Features

Exterior Features
NMMA Yacht Certification
Transferable 5-Year Formula Guard Limited Protection Plan
Imron® graphic A or B w/cockpit accent striping
Pressure-treated Perma Panel™ structural hull matrix
Foam-filled hull cavities
Chemically bonded & thru-bolted deck-to-hull joint
Heavy-duty PVC gunwale w/stainless steel insert
Concealed fiberglass anchor locker
Stainless steel hardware & 316L stainless steel welded rails
Stainless steel fuel fill w/integral vent
Bomar® cabin venting hatch w/screen
Two port lights w/screens
Nonskid foredeck center walkway
Tinted, tempered curved-glass windshield w/center walk-thru
Windshield wiper
Polished air horn
316L stainless steel transom grab rail & ski tow eye
Transom-mounted stereo remote control
Transom-mounted outdrive switches
Extended integrated swim platform w/concealed 316L stainless steel swim ladder
Transom shower


Cockpit Features
Continuous molded fiberglass deck & cockpit liner
Molded in-dash deck access steps w/316L stainless steel handrail
Dash panels w/burl wood finish & brushed metallic finish
Complete Livorsi® illuminated instrumentation, domed w/chrome bezels
Ritchie® compass
Digital depth sounder
Livorsi shifters/throttles w/in-handle trim switch
Safety ignition stop switches w/tethers
Dino™ tilt steering wheel w/burl & brushed metallic accents
Auxiliary 12V outlet
Bennett trim tab switches & indicators
Fingertip trim switches
Illuminated waterproof accessory rocker switches w/E-T-A® circuit breakers
Dash-mounted full-feature stereo remote control
Two 160W 6"x9" 3-way marine-grade speakers
iPod™/MP3 port
Eleven polished stainless steel drink holders
Cockpit/swim platform courtesy lights w/hand-held remote control
Weather-resistant cockpit seating featuring Dri-Fast® foam & StarLite® XL synthetic marine panel construction
Twin command seating w/dual-position helm & companion seats
Port lounge w/integrated dive tank storage
U-shaped aft lounge seating w/storage
Dual-height cockpit tables w/filler cushions
Molded fiberglass galley w/integrated sink, Corian® countertop, 54-quart Igloo® cooler, trash receptacle & integral 316L stainless steel safety rail
Fire extinguisher
Disconnect switches for auxiliary & starting batteries
In-floor ski storage
Concealed fender storage w/two fenders
Custom patterned cockpit carpet
Pneumatic-assist transom door
Bimini top & aft canopy in color-matched non-fading Sunbrella® acrylic fabric w/SeaMark™ vinyl undercoating
Cockpit cover in color-matched non-fading Sunbrella® acrylic fabric w/SeaMark™ vinyl undercoating


Cabin Features
Sliding/locking cabin door
Custom patterned carpet
Ultraleather™ U-shaped forward dinette lounge/double berth w/high-gloss, solid wood table & filler cushions
Custom décor pillows & draperies
Entertainment center in deep cherry high-gloss finish w/storage & full Corian countertop
Kenwood® AM/FM/CD stereo w/high-power output, changer control & two 100W 6 1/2" 2-way marine-grade speakers
Six-month subscription to Sirius™ Satellite digital broadcast
Hanging locker
Private head compartment w/portable unit, molded fiberglass vanity & stainless steel sink
Demand water system
Fire extinguisher
Carbon monoxide detector


Engine Features
Twin engine installation
Motorized hatch lift
Courtesy lighting
Fume detector
Automatic fire extinguisher
Thru-bolted engine mounts
Two marine batteries w/retainers
Active & passive galvanic corrosion protection systems
Bilge blowers
Automatic bilge pump
Bilge high water alarm
Bennett® hydraulic trim tabs
Stainless steel props

Stereo; Bimini top; Swim platform;