Cruising intracoastal waterways or fishing offshore, all in a day's work
Climbing on-board the Open 262, you are met with amenities you've never seen on a 26 foot boat. Starting with the dual side entry doors which open 180-degrees for unobstructed water-centric access. For shade, a feature-packed fiberglass hard-top with lights, speakers and rod holders. At the helm, state-of-the-art standard electronics and protection all the way around thanks to the integrated tempered glass windshield. Gorgeous twin aquarium livewells at the transom accompany the fishing-ready cockpit layout. And let's not forget, a modern finely-tuned hull with superior ride designed for the latest engines.
All In a Day's Work
Ready for Everything
26' 6"
Length
9' 5"
Beam
22"
Draft (in)
164 gal.
Fuel
450HP
Max HP
$180,425
Starting
This model is equipped with
A proprietary, first-of-its kind,
Vessel Attitude Control System
(VACS).
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.
This model is ready for
Designed-In From The Start
This model was engineered to be Seakeeper-Ready from the start. Not adapted in as an afterthought.
Eliminate Boat Roll
Eliminates up to 95% of boat roll and the danger, fatigue, anxiety and seasickness that goes with it.
Small & Lightweight
Seakeeper weighs only a small fraction of the boat's displacement.
Instant Savings on Seakeeper 1
Regular Price $32,054
Instant Savings $6,179
Your Price
$25,875*
Take advantage of this limited-time offer and add a factory-installed Seakeeper 1 gyroscopic stabilizer to your Sportsman.
* Special pricing on the Seakeeper 1 option is available for a limited time on 2026 factory-equipped boats only. This offer does not apply to retrofits, in-stock units without Seakeeper or any post-factory installations. See dealer for full details or send your questions through the
contact page.
Bow
Thru-Hull Windlass Anchor
Just push a button to retrieve your anchor in immense comfort from the helm making dropping anchor a breeze and saves your arms when it's time to move. This top-quality windlass system is installed thru-hull giving it a great clean look and comes standard with a high-grade stainless steel anchor.
Bow Controls for Anchor
For ease of use and safety, we include foot controls at the bow for launching and retrieving your anchor,
making the operation a one-man job. It also makes it very easy to see your anchor, rope and chain as it
is getting reeled in. The controls have a plastic cover to prevent any unintentional button presses.
Anchor Locker Freshwater Washdown
A conveniently located freshwater washdown in the anchor hatch allows you to rinse off your anchor as it is coming in and allows those seating up front to use the washdown.
Bow Layout
The bow of this boat is built for entertainment and versatility. It features wraparound seating with comfortable bow backrests, two large insulated fish boxes that are easy to access, built-in drink holders and speakers to keep the music going while you relax.
Bow Storage
Two large storage boxes at the bow will give you plenty of places to stow away your items. They are both
insulated and can be used as fish boxes or coolers.
Bow Bolsters
The included bow bolsters on this boat serve double duty. When the bow cushion bottoms are on, they provide a soft cushion to rest your back but when the boat is set for fishing, they double as knee and leg pads when fighting a fish up front.
Removable Filler Board w/ Cushion
The open bow design offers the convenience of a full walk-through to your anchor and bow but sometimes you may need
some additional seating, this filler board with cushion latches securely opening up one additional seat and 2
cupholders.
Recessed Bow Hand Rails
For safety and convenience, we include a recessed bow hand rail. This flush design sits below the gunwale for an obstruction-free top deck.
Console Front Seat
Comfortable console-front seat with backrest.
Console Front Cooler
Flip the bottom cushion of the console-front seat to reveal an insulated cooler. Conveniently located
for those sitting up front.
Mid-Ship
Sportlink® Electronics Integration
SportLink® is our factory-installed electronics integration system, designed to give you a seamless, turn-key experience at the helm. It includes Garmin displays, JL Audio sound, digital switching on all models with custom Graphics Interface on your displays and a full NMEA 2000 network, all pre-installed and connected for you. Every component is engineered to work together from the start, eliminating the need for aftermarket installs or guesswork down the line.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Matching Hard-Top Underside Color
A popular trend is to have the underside of the hard-top matched to the hull color, this adds additional appeal and ties in the color theme of the boat sides by bringing additional color to the cockpit area.
Anti-Fatigue Helm Pad
Feel all-day comfort with our custom anti-fatigue helm pads. You will notice a difference at the end of the day, your feet will thank you for it. Custom engraved with the Sportsman logo for that extra touch.
Helm Pod Storage Compartment
Under the helm pod, you will find additional storage built into the step providing you ample storage at the helm.
Enclosed Head
Inside the console, there is a built-in storage area. This enclosed space can be used as a changing room or storage of bulky items.
Electric Porcelain Toilet w/ Discharge
Standard feature on this boat is a freshwater electric porcelain toilet with overboard discharge along
with an on-board holding tank. Once the toilet flushes, it gets piped into the holding tank. From there,
where legally allowed, a push of a button discharges the tank. Making this a very easy and convenient
way of having a fully functional toilet on your boat.
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.
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.
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.
Console Top Storage
Over the top of the console, additional padded storage for small items like cell phones and USB ports.
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.
Compass
Considered one of the Four Great Inventions, the compass remains the cornerstone of any navigation system despite our advanced digital displays. Regardless of condition, your compass provides real-time heading and when used in combination with your GPS data, it allows you to optimize fuel efficiency & improve safety. When it gets dark, there's a built-in light inside the compass for night use.
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.
Premium Adjustable Captain's Chairs
Comfort and function meet when it comes to these premium captain's chairs. Designed with versatility in
mind, it can accommodate two adults comfortably. The individually adjustable flip-up bolsters offers the
convenience to allow you to stand or sit and the armrests add that extra comfort touch. Wrapped in
our Sileather fabric, this is a very luxurious helm chair, that feels as
good as it looks.
Leaning Post Tackle Center
Under the captain's chairs, you will find your batteries, storage bin and a large tackle center with
drawers. For your convenience, the drawers have dividers inside to keep your items organized.
Battery Switches
Access to the battery switches has never been easier. There is a switch for each engine and one for the house. The
house isolates all of your electronics, lights, amps and pumps from your engine batteries. All batteries charge
simultaneously when the motors are running.
Rear Deck
Rear Seating
When it's time to fish, the rear bench conveniently stows away to open up cockpit space and make it easier to walk
around the leaning post. The seat bottom completely removes to reveal best-in-class access to the bilge. It seats
2-3 comfortably and has a deep design for comfort.
In-Deck Macerated Fish Boxes
On either side of the leaning post, there are insulated and macerated in-deck fish boxes.
Side Entry Doors w/ 180° Swing
Two are certainly better than one, at least when it comes to side doors. The side entry doors are a versatile
feature that will quickly become one of your favorites and you'll love the ability to board from either side. Our
side entry doors are part of the hull and deck mold. We designed them in this way to guarantee that they have the
necessary structural reinforcements needed. Our stringer system supports the door and a large heavy duty hinge hangs
the door. Special on this model is the ability to swing the side doors a full 180° swing.
Dual Fuel Fills
When it comes time to fuel up, this model also includes fuel fills on both sides. This allows you to pull up to the gas dock or gas station from either side with ease.
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.
Under Gunwale Reel Pads
Helps prevent damage to reels while inside the under gunwale rod racks and prevents any scratching of the fiberglass in this tight space area.
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.
Port & Starboard Toe Rail
Located under the gunwale rod racks, the toe rail is designed as a brace point when heeling over the side of the boat to gaff or bring in a fish. You slide your toes under the bar and in conjunction with the bolster cushion, it provides a sturdy brace for your legs, even if the deck is wet or slippery.
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.
Total Access Compartment
Opening the large center in-floor lid, reveals the total access compartment. This best-in-class bilge access is one of our signature features and we’ve taken it to the next level with this designed-in larger opening. Seakeeper is not standard.
Twin Pressurized 30-Gallon Aquarium Livewells
Deep twin aquarium 30-gallon insulated pressurized livewells with glass that allows you to keep an eye on your bait. It can also double as a cooler for drinks and food.
Boarding Ladder
Easily board your boat from the starboard side with the standard 4-step ladder. It stows away recessed
into the deck.
Freshwater Washdown w/ Tank
Comes standard with a freshwater washdown and a 20-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.
Raw Water Washdown
With its unlimited supply, it is the perfect companion for the freshwater washdown. This system pumps outside water to a water outlet where you can screw in a regular hose.
Underwater Lights
Built out of an anodized aluminum housing, these high quality LED underwater lights are a great feature for this model. The Lumitec underwater lights have a measured output of nearly 900 lumens, giving you plenty of blue glow behind your Sportsman. This boat comes equipped with 2 of them at the transom.
Other Features
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.
Powder Coating
Adds a strong protective and durable coating to the metals on the boat and is offered in White or Black to match the boat's color scheme.
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
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.
Yacht & NMMA Certified
Yacht Certification means that our boats are built to the highest standards set by the American Boats & Yacht Council (ABYC) in all areas of construction. This means a safer and higher quality vessel for you and your family. This certification also means that there is no written person capacity for this boat. Learn more about the NMMA Certification process.
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.
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
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
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.
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.