Sportsman Specs: Masters 247 Bay Boat

The Masters 247 is built for anglers who want to cover more water, handle more conditions and still maintain the shallow water capability that defines a true bay boat.

At 24 feet 4 inches in length with an 8 foot 6 inch beam, the 247 offers a noticeable step up in size and space while still staying within a highly versatile platform. The added length improves ride quality and range, while the beam provides stability whether you’re moving around the deck or fishing multiple anglers at once.

With a 14 inch draft, the boat remains capable of pushing into shallow water without hesitation, but where it really separates itself is how confidently it handles larger bodies of water. A 71 gallon fuel capacity, with 65 gallons usable, gives you the ability to extend your runs and spend more time offshore or covering distance throughout the day.

The performance of the 247 comes from the balance in its hull design. A 15 degree deadrise at the transom allows the boat to soften the ride in chop while still maintaining the efficiency and shallow water performance expected from a bay boat. It’s designed to bridge the gap between inshore and open water, giving you the flexibility to fish a wide range of environments without feeling limited.

That performance is backed by how the boat is built. Every Masters 247 is constructed using Sportsman’s SportTech® advanced fabrication approach, built with 100 percent composite construction and a fully integrated fiberglass stringer system. With no wood in the build, the structure is stronger, more consistent and built to hold up over time in the environments this boat is designed for. The full fiberglass stringer system creates a rigid foundation that helps absorb impact and distribute energy throughout the hull, resulting in a more solid feel when running through chop and a more controlled ride across larger, open water conditions. This construction is designed for durability and long-term performance, giving you confidence whether you’re fishing shallow flats or running across open bays and sounds.

At the helm, the Masters 247 integrates the SportLink® electronics system. SportLink® connects your Garmin electronics, switching and onboard systems into a single interface, giving you full control and visibility without clutter. Navigation, system data and key controls are all accessible in one place, creating a clean and intuitive experience at the helm.

From a fishing standpoint, the layout is built to maximize both space and efficiency. Large casting decks provide room to move freely, while dual aquarium livewells, in-deck storage and rod storage are positioned to support serious fishing without interrupting the flow of the boat. The layout is designed to keep everything accessible while maintaining a clean, open deck.

Everything about the Masters 247 is designed to expand what a bay boat can do. It has the shallow draft to fish tight water, the size and fuel capacity to run further and the ride quality to handle more challenging conditions. It’s a platform built for anglers who don’t want to be limited to one type of water or one style of fishing.