Research Formula Boats 280 BR Bowrider Boat

~The emphasis on the 280 Bowrider is its livability, making it perfect to enjoy an entire day on the water. Measuring 29'6" with a 9'2" beam, the 280's sleek profile reflects Formula's established experience and design qualities.
Draft: 3 ft. 0 in.
Beam: 9 ft. 2 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 120
Water tank capacity: 20
Holding tank capacity: 26
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
Two port lights w/screens
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
Dash panels w/burl wood finish & brushed metallic finish
Complete Livorsi® illuminated instrumentation, domed w/chrome bezels
Ritchie® compass
Digital depth sounder
Livorsi® shifter(s)/throttle(s) w/in-handle trim switch
Dino™ tilt steering wheel w/burl & brushed metallic accents
Auxiliary 12V outlet
Bennett trim tab switches & indicators
Illuminated waterproof accessory rocker switches w/E-T-A® circuit breakers
Kenwood® AM/FM/CD stereo w/high-power output, changer control & four 100W 6 1/2" 2-way marine-grade speakers
Six-month subscription to Sirius™ Satellite digital broadcast
iPod™/MP3 port
Thirteen 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
Bow seating w/filler cushions
Forward in-floor wakeboard storage w/automatic bilge pump
Starboard storage locker
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
Demand water system
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
Bow tonneau cover 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
Continuous molded fiberglass liner
Curved, one-piece locking door
Portable head unit
Molded fiberglass vanity w/stainless steel sink
Carbon monoxide detector


Engine Features
Twin or single engine installation
Motorized hatch lift
Courtesy lighting
Fume detector
Automatic fire extinguisher
Thru-bolted engine mounts
Remote oil filter(s)
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


Key Features
Transferable 5-Year Formula Guard Limited Protection Plan
Transom-mounted stereo remote control
Transom shower
Complete Livorsi® illuminated instrumentation, domed w/chrome bezels
Dash-mounted full-feature stereo remote control
Port lounge w/integrated dive tank storage
U-shaped aft lounge seating w/storage
Entertainment center in cherry high-gloss finish w/storage & full Corian countertop
Kenwood® AM/FM/CD stereo
One-year subscription to Sirius™ Satellite Digital Broadcast
Private head compartment w/portable unit, molded fiberglass vanity & stainless sink

Vhf radio; Stereo; Bimini top; Radar; Shower;