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9 Models • 21' → 40'

Built for families who want serious offshore capability, premium comfort and the freedom to fish, cruise or entertain.

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Heritage

4 Models • 23' → 32'

A refined crossover lineup designed for coastal cruising, ample seating, family days and some fishing when the moment calls for it.

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Heritage 321

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Masters

6 Models • 22' → 28'

Shallow-water performance, fishing-focused layouts and everyday comfort built for family life and fishing.

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Masters 287

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Masters 247OE

Sportsman 227 bay boat in turquoise and white with T-top, center console helm, and outboard motor in side profile view

Masters 227

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Masters 227 Bay Boat

Elevating Bay Boat Performance and Style

The Masters 227 Bay Boat represents a significant leap forward in design and functionality, building on the strengths of its predecessors to offer a superior boating experience. The design team aimed to maximize cockpit space, incorporate advanced features and improve overall aesthetics, resulting in a vessel that excels in both form and function. The Masters 227 features expanded cockpit space behind the leaning post for greater freedom of movement, a redesigned console accommodating d-tubing for robust support and sleek lines, an integrated tempered glass windshield for improved visibility and protection and subtle yet impactful improvements throughout, elevating both style and utility.

Turquoise boat anchored in shallow water with two anglers fishing from the gunwale near a forested shoreline

Legendary Size With

A Modern Twist

Group of friends relaxing and socializing aboard a boat on a forested lake Anglers hold fishing rods mounted in rod holders on the gunwale of a bay boat Two men in waders harvest oysters from shallow water near a docked turquoise bay boat
Woman in bikini sitting on boat deck with forested shoreline in background Angler operates a trolling motor from the bow of a turquoise fishing boat on a clear mountain lake
Man jumping off rocky cliff into clear water while friends watch from anchored boat nearby Woman jumping off a turquoise boat flying an American flag while others swim nearby in clear coastal waters Turquoise center console boat with American flag anchored in calm water surrounded by dense green forest
22' 5"
Length
8' 4"
Beam
14"
Draft (in)
60 gal.
Fuel
250HP
Max HP
$93,625
Starting
Center console boat anchored in shallow sandbar waters with American flag and passengers relaxing at sunset
This model is equipped with
 
A proprietary, first-of-its kind, Vessel Attitude Control System (VACS).
Rapid Actuation
Full underway control
Intuitive
Reliable
 
Key Benefits
Pitch & Roll Elimination
Eliminates up to 70% of underway pitch and roll motions.
Coordinated turn
Automatically adjusts the heeling angle of your boat during turns.
Auto trim
Uses a customized Trim Command Curve to automatically adjust the running angle at any speed.
List/level control
Never allows vessel list from movement onboard, wind, uneven load, prop torque, etc.
Hole shot control
Optimized to allow for faster acceleration, getting the boat on plane more quickly, improving fuel economy.

Bow

Bow casting deck of white 38-foot bay boat with open storage and electronics, moored in turquoise water near marina and bridge
Bow Casting Deck

The bow features a large deck with all recessed hardware and lids for a spacious casting deck. Can also be equipped with cushions for the perfect sunpad area.

Overhead view of boat's bow anchor locker with open hatch and stainless hardware
Bow Anchor Locker

Stow away your anchor when not in use inside this large compartment. It features a molded catch for the anchor to keep it from falling in and the cut out for your rope on the lid makes it easy to store your extra rope neatly inside the compartment.

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Large Bow Fish Box

The center piece for the bow is a large bow fish box. This large box will bring your big catch home or serve as your main cooler for the front of the boat when cruising.

Open storage compartment with integrated livewell and ribbed basin containing blue pump
Step Storage Box

The step leading up to the bow doubles as a storage compartment. This is the perfect spot for extra small gear that you may need stowed away.

Stainless steel freshwater washdown valve mounted on white boat fiberglass with livewell visible above
Freshwater Washdown w/ Tank

Comes standard with a freshwater washdown and a 13-gallon tank. Perfect for rinsing off the deck, cleaning up after landing a fish or washing off at the sandbar. It’s a simple comfort that quickly becomes essential.

Bow view of white center console boat with lockable rod storage compartments and tan upholstered seating at marina
Lockable Bow Rod Storage

The lockable bow storage safely stores your rods while you are away and includes space for up to 10 rods. The rods get inserted into plastic guide tubes that prevent the rods from banging around while underway and helps prevent tangling while inserting or removing rods.

Bow storage compartments with gas-assist hinges and livewell access on a white center console boat moored at a marina
Bow Storage

Bow storage is plentiful on board this boat. Featuring two large lockable rod storage boxes for up to 10 rods, large fish box and over-sized anchor compartment. Plenty of cup holders and molded grab rails for safety.

Close-up of boat livewell with trolling motor electrical plug and speaker installations
Trolling Motor Plug & Harness

For ease of installation, we have pre-wired this model to accept a trolling motor. At the bow, there's an electrical connection inside the anchor hatch conveniently located for the optimal bow mounted trolling motor location. This plug's harness runs into the console where the additional batteries and charger will get eventually installed.

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Bow Toe Rail

There are many reasons and uses for a toe rail. But arguably the most practical is safety. The toe rail allows you to feel where the edge of the bow is without looking. Esthetically speaking, the toe rail accents the bow for a pleasing look.

Mid-Ship

Turquoise hard-top bay boat with tan upholstered console seating docked in clear tropical waters
Console Design & Features

The boat's console stands out as a unique aspect of its design, showcasing a stylish and contemporary appearance that perfectly complements the Sportsman design language. The console incorporates numerous ingenious components that enhance its aesthetic appeal and functionality. The console is designed with a d-tubing hard-top frame that's extruded from a single piece of aluminum. This unique design removes the frame legs from the deck, resulting in more space around the console and a sturdy frame structure. In addition, this design provides more interior space within the console. The starboard side of the console features the iconic Sportsman side window glass, which floods the interior space with light. The console is wrapped with a tempered glass enclosure that includes a manually actuated vent.

Tan and white boat console with captain's chair and passenger seating overlooking turquoise water
Console Front Seat

Comfortable console-front seat with backrest.

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Console Front Livewell

Flip the bottom cushion of the console-front seat to reveal an insulated livewell. Conveniently located for those fishing up front and for those days you are not fishing, fill it with drinks or use it as storage.

Center console boat with turquoise hard-top canopy and integrated tempered glass windshield on calm water near marina
Integrated Tempered Glass Windshield w/ Manual Vent

Made out of high-quality tempered glass, the integrated windshield protects the helm of excessive wind and rain while maintaining excellent air flow. The top section opens up manually to let in cool air. The glass is extremely easy to clean and will never fade, yellow or deteriorate.

Boat engine compartment showing dual batteries, fuse panels, and JL Audio amplifiers with organized wiring
Enclosed Head

Inside the console, there is a built-in lockable storage area. This enclosed space can be used as a changing room or storage of bulky items. On the back wall, there's access to all of the connections to the electronics and fuses, very convenient for quick troubleshooting. This space can also be optionally fitted with a porta potti.

Overhead view of boat's electrical systems with batteries, fuse panels, and color-coded wiring harnesses
Dedicated Trolling Motor Battery Storage

We have put the extra space inside of the console to good use by designing-in designated trolling motor battery storage. This allows you to have the 3 trolling motor batteries tucked away from the visible console floor.

Masters 227 boat window with chrome trim and tan seating visible through the cabin opening
Large Horizontal Window

When designing this space, it was extremely important to bring in plenty of sunlight. To achieve this, a large horizontal window on the starboard side was designed in. This flush glass design allows for the largest opening.

Boat electrical system showing battery, breakers, amplifiers and JL Audio components mounted on white panel
Boat-in-a-Box 2.0 Rigging System

Accessing the electrical components of the boat is a breeze thanks to the large access panel located behind the helm. Our 'boat-in-a-box 2.0' rigging system is a standout feature of this boat, providing a clean and easy-to-maintain electrical hub. The electronics are mounted on removable boards, making it easy to perform maintenance or make repairs without having to dismantle or remove any major components. This innovative system is designed to minimize maintenance requirements.

Dual battery system with Garmin electronics and color-coded wiring installed in boat console
Dual Batteries w/ Switch

The safety and reliability of having 2 batteries on board is integral. This boat is equipped with 2 batteries and a selector switch conveniently located inside the console.

Helm station with stainless steel wheel, multifunction display, and controls overlooking calm turquoise water
SeaStar Tilt Helm w/ SS Wheel

The SeaStar Helm offers over 40 degrees of tilt and locks into 5 different positions and is paired to a high quality stainless steel Sportsman-branded steering wheel with knob. The console layout has comfortable ergonomics for the perfect steering position whether standing up or sitting down.

Helm console with compass, ventilation grilles, and sunroof overlooking the bow and turquoise water
Console Top Storage

Over the top of the console, additional padded storage for small items like cell phones and USB ports.

Wireless phone charger built into white boat console with perforated metal speaker grille
Wireless Phone Chargers (2)

This state of the art wireless charger features a 10W fast charging surface in a low profile flush-mounted pad. The top of the pad has an ultra grippy non-slip surface to keep your phone in place underway and has an IPX6 waterproof sealed unit. This is the world's first waterproof wireless charge system created specifically for the marine environment.

Boat helm console showing 12V power receptacles and speaker controls mounted on white dashboard
USB Plug In-Dash & 12V Receptacle

To keep your devices charged and ready, the helm includes two dedicated USB charging ports that operate independently from other systems. A 12V receptacle is also included for any cigarette-lighter style accessories.

Ritchie compass mounted on the helm console of a white center console boat with blue water visible ahead
Compass

A compass is one of the simplest and most trusted tools on the boat. Even with today’s advanced Garmin electronics, it gives you an immediate heading reference at the helm. Paired with your chartplotter and good seamanship, a compass adds confidence when visibility changes or conditions become less predictable.

Overhead view of boat cabin with tan Sportsman branded mat on floor and wooden bench seating
Console Footrest w/ Pads

The console has molded in steps to offer a place to put your feet while the boat is underway. They are topped with custom pads with the Sportsman logo.

Sportsman boat helm with tan anti-fatigue pad and cream-colored captain's seat visible
Anti-Fatigue Helm Pad

A custom helm pad adds comfort where captains spend the most time. The anti-fatigue material helps reduce strain on your feet, knees and back during long runs or full days at the sandbar. It also adds a clean, finished look to the helm while improving traction underfoot.

Overhead view of boat's turquoise hard-top with white frame, speakers, and helm electronics against clear blue sky
Fiberglass Hard-Top w/ Built-In Lighting

One of the first things you’ll notice when you look at this model is the over-sized hard-top. This top has all of the amenities you would want built in while still maintaining an elegant and timeless design.

Turquoise boat hard-top with white console and ventilation details photographed from below against blue sky
Matching Hard-Top Underside Color

Matching the underside of the hardtop to the hull color gives the boat a more custom, finished appearance. It visually ties the top, hull and upholstery together while adding personality without changing the boat’s layout. This is a popular styling choice for owners who want their Sportsman to feel more uniquely theirs.

Turquoise center console boat with hardtop and fishing rods docked in shallow tropical water near mangroves
Hard-Top D-tubing Frame Structure

The 4-legged frame swoops seamlessly from the console up to the top and the design gives it immense structural stability. The class-first D-Tubing structure is not cut and welded as typically done, but rather it is bent and extruded out of a single piece of D-Tubing.

Navigation light with green lens mounted on white fiberglass hard-top with water and sailboats blurred in background
Hard-Top Molded-In Navigation Lights

When the sun goes down, molded in navigation lights can be found at the front corners of the hard-top. This location keeps them out of the way and completely unobstructed.

Turquoise boat ceiling with integrated LED spreader lights and speaker
Spreader Lights

The spreader lights on the hard-top provide deck work lights for early morning or late-night trips.

White rocket launcher poles mounted on boat hardtop with luxury yacht visible in marina background at sunset
Rocket Launchers

To complete the top, we've added rocket launchers across the back, providing ample space for up to five fishing rods.

Turquoise boat canopy and white rod holder bracket viewed from below with marina in background
Kingfish Rod Holders

These hard-top rod holders point straight off of the side of the boat and allows you to extend your spread out further than you could with the gunwale-mounted rod holders. The height also keeps them away from any rods in a deck rod holder.

Dual tan leather captain's chairs with flip-up bolsters at the helm of a center console boat docked at a tropical marina
Premium Dual Chair LP w/ Flip Up Bolsters

A premium dual-chair leaning post adds upgraded comfort, supportive seating and flip-up bolsters for flexible cruising or standing at the helm.

Boat's starboard deck with leaning post, cooler storage, and helm seating overlooking marina waters
Under Leaning Post Space

The space under the leaning post allows you to fit a large cooler and strap it securely using the included velcro strap. For additional tackle storage, we offer the "Under Leaning Post Tackle Storage" option which adds additional plastic tackle trays and a storage bin.

White boat gunwale with flush-mount rod racks and tan canvas hard-top overhead
Under Gunwale Rod Racks

Storage for 6 rods is possible with the under gunwale rod racks. Each can accommodate a full length rod and doubles as a great place to store a gaff or net.

Boat cabin interior with wooden storage compartments, ventilation fan, and white walls under a yellow hard-top canopy
Under Gunwale Reel Pads

Padded under-gunwale reel protection helps keep rods secure and reels protected while stored along the cockpit sides.

Raw water washdown outlet with pull-chain valve and non-potable water warning label on boat hard-top
Raw Water Washdown

Raw water washdown uses outside water to help rinse the deck, cockpit and fishing areas throughout the day. It is especially useful after handling bait, cleaning up sand or rinsing down gear. Because it draws from the water around you, it pairs well with freshwater washdown and helps save freshwater for final rinses.

Blue flush-mount rod holder installed on white boat gunwale with clear turquoise water and beach in background
Flush Mount Gunwale Rod Holders

This boat includes 4 high-quality Gemlux rod holders flush mounted on the gunwale. Outside of the obvious use of holding fishing rods, you may add any number of available 3rd party accessories designed to be mounted in a rod holder.

Spacious boat cockpit with tan bolster seating, console electronics, and calm tropical waterfront with palm trees
Cockpit Bolsters

For extra added comfort when fishing, the cockpit bolster cushions provide a nice soft surface to push your knees and legs into when reaching into the water or fighting a fish.

Rear Deck

Rear deck of a white center console boat with outboard motor, electronics, and storage in a waterfront marina setting
Rear Deck

Large rear deck area featuring all recessed hardware, cup holders and plenty of casting space.

Fishing boat helm featuring twin 25-gallon livewells, white outboard engine, and tropical waterfront view
Twin Aquarium 25-Gallon Livewells

Talk about the "WOW" factor with this pair of aquarium 25-gallon livewells. The livewells are insulated and are sure to meet the needs when the time comes. They can also double as coolers for drinks and food. They can be operated together or separate with the pressure selector valve inside.

Open livewell with light blue interior and aeration system on boat deck
Starboard Pro-Air System

Same size as the port side livewell, the starboard side also features a Pro-Air Bubbler System to ensure your livewell has an oxygen-rich source of air on demand.

Rear cockpit of center console boat with tan fold-up bench seating, electronics display, and tropical waterfront view
Rear Fold Up Bench Seat

Molded-in bench seating accommodate up to two adults comfortably. The inboard seating is safer for the little ones than traditional outboard jump seats and the bigger single center cushion, gives you superior access to the bilge.

Open storage hatch on rear deck of center console boat with tan cushioned seating and white outboard engine
Rear Total Access Hatch

The rear Total Access Hatch gives you the ability to have large storage that's still incredibly easy to access. it's the perfect place for your life jackets, extra anchor, safety equipment, scuba gear and anything else you may need. When empty, it offers best-in-class access to your essential pumps and seacocks.

White outboard motor mounted on boat transom over crystal clear turquoise water
10" Jack Plate

All-in-One 10" setback jack plate made of anodized aluminum for durability. It will provide you with higher speed, gains in fuel economy and the ability to run in shallow water. This plate is required for the transom design of this model.

Overhead view of boat's swim platform with three-step ladder over crystal-clear turquoise water
Swim Platform w/ 3-Step Ladder

Easily board your boat from the port side with the standard 3-step ladder. It stows away recessed into the swim platform when not in use and has grab rails on either side for ease of boarding.

Blue and white center console boat running at speed with underwater lights illuminated in shallow water
Underwater Lights

Underwater lights add a premium look to your Sportsman after the sun goes down. Mounted below the waterline, they create a striking glow around the transom and can help illuminate the water at the dock or sandbar. Built with marine-grade materials, they bring style, visibility and nighttime personality to the boat.

Other Features

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Premium Sileather® Marine Silicone Fabrics

All Sportsman Boats feature Sileather® Marine silicone-coated fabrics. These high-performance fabrics are designed to be tough and durable and able to withstand even the harshest of conditions.

Offered in Coastal Beige, Smoky Gray and Icecap White.

Turquoise hard-top with electronics and white railings on a center console boat docked in calm water
Powder Coating

Powder coating adds a durable, protective finish to the boat’s metalwork while giving the overall design a cleaner custom look. Available in select colors, it helps match the hardtop frame, leaning post and other metal components to the boat’s style. It is both a visual upgrade and a practical layer of protection.

Turquoise bay boat with hard-top running through calm water, American flag flying, operator at helm with wooded shoreline behind
Light Hull Color

We have two groups of colors, light and dark. A light color is included standard on this boat. You have the choice of one solid full hull color or a side and bottom color. View All Color Options

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SportTech® Advanced Fabrication Process

Our SportTech® hulls are built with a no-wood, all-fiberglass construction using advanced composite materials, resins and bonding agents. Each hull is crafted with vinyl ester resin for superior durability and resistance to water intrusion. Every Sportsman Boat includes a 10-Year Limited Hull Warranty as standard. Take a look Behind The Glass for an in-depth look at the construction of our boats.

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NMMA Certified

For a boat to be NMMA certified, it must follow all of the strict guidelines set by the NMMA for certification. Sportsman Boats diligently follows all of the manufacturing guidelines and is committed to only using certified parts and components in all models. Learn more about the NMMA Certification process.

Fishing boat illuminated with blue LED lighting at dusk, docked at a sandbar with a flag and antenna visible

Interior LED Lighting Package

When the sun goes down, the cockpit comes to life. The included lighting package is as beautiful as it is functional, a blue glow covers every inch of the cockpit for safety and aesthetics.

Stainless steel fasteners and screws in a yellow storage bin

AlloChrome4200+™ Stainless Fasteners

AlloChrome4200+™ is a revolutionary new stainless coating capable of lasting up to fifteen times longer than typical chrome coating. This means that independent testing shows that these fasteners can withstand over 4,200 hours of salt spray protection

Green navigation light mounted on white boat rub rail with sailboats and marina in background

Rub Rail Navigation Lights

Traditionally, navigation lights are mounted somewhere on the bow in the form of a top mount or pop-up light but this exposes them as an easy damageable target. Our rub rail navigation lights are LED, super bright and barely noticeable. The lights are integrated into the rub rail on either side of the bow and provide the ultimate obstruction free installation.

Stainless steel pull-up cleats mounted on a boat's gunwale with water and shoreline in background

Pull Up Cleats

High quality Gemlux pull-up cleats are standard throughout the boat. They offer a flush installation and very smooth operation.

Self-bailing cockpit drain system with white valve and ventilation holes

Self Bailing Cockpit

This important safety feature allows any water on the deck to drain overboard and not into the bilge area. Any water that seeps into the bilge, can only be pumped out by the bilge pump, which is slow at draining large amounts of water. All Sportsman Boats have a collector box drainage system that ties in all drains from the deck and redirects the water directly overboard without mechanical assistance.

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Grip Tex Yacht Style Non-Skid

This texture is applied to the deck and step areas for a uniform random non-skid coat. This type of non-skid is not patterned and is easy to repair should it ever get chipped or damaged.

Brass through-hull fittings mounted on white cabin ceiling, part of livewell system

High Speed Livewell Pick Up

As the name suggests, high speed pick ups ensure that your livewell is receiving a consistent water supply even at high speeds. The scoop shape design directs water into the intake and reduce air locks at high speeds.

Reviews

Everything seems great so far.
Anthony
Masters 227 Bay Boat
This was my seventh boat purchase and by far the best purchasing and delivery experience ever!
Frank & Billie
Masters 227 Bay Boat