This is the kind of boat that lets you leave the dock with a plan—and change it mid-day without giving anything up. The Sportsman Open 262 is built for owners who are done compromising between offshore capability, family comfort, and easy day-to-day use around Tampa Bay.

If your current boat feels tight at rest, busy at the helm, or limiting when conditions change, the Open 262 replaces that friction with space, balance, and systems that work together. Twin Yamaha power delivers predictable control for long runs offshore or relaxed cruising between St. Pete, Clearwater, and Sarasota. A wide beam and 22° deadrise provide confidence when afternoon chop builds, while digital switching, integrated Garmin electronics, and Seakeeper Ride actively reduce workload at the helm.

Comfort isn’t an afterthought. A true console head, multiple seating zones, and serious cold storage mean the boat supports full days on the water without constant setup or breakdown. Dual side entry doors, windlass anchoring, and thoughtful deck flow make docking, swimming, and fishing easier for everyone onboard.

Backed by Thunder Marine, this boat isn’t just delivered—it’s supported. From walkthrough to long-term service, the goal is simple ownership with fewer questions and more time underway.

Meet with Thunder Marine to walk through this exact configuration, understand how it fits Tampa Bay use, and review delivery and long-term support.
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Ownership with Thunder Marine

• Clear handoff and orientation so you’re confident from day one

• Local service access without scheduling friction

• Ongoing support from a team that knows this boat and how it’s used here

• A long-term relationship, not a one-time transaction

Key Specs

• Length: 26' 6"

• Beam: 9' 5"

• Draft (up): 22"

• Deadrise at transom: 22°

• Approx. dry weight: 5,800 lbs

• Fuel capacity: 182 gal

• Approx. usable fuel capacity: 164 gal

• Freshwater capacity: 20 gal

• Number of engines: 2

• Engine make & model: Yamaha F200XSA

• Total horsepower: 400 HP

• Yacht certified: Yes

Features

Helm & Electronics

• Dual Garmin 12" MFDs with BlueChart G3 for clear navigation and redundancy

• Garmin VHF radio and CHIRP thru-hull transducer for confident communication and sonar

• Digital switching system to simplify onboard control

• Seakeeper Ride for automatic pitch and roll correction, reducing fatigue

Seating & Comfort

• Dual premium helm seating with integrated leaning post storage

• Convertible bow seating with filler and backrests for flexible use

• Rear fold-down seating to open cockpit space when needed

• Premium silicone upholstery designed for heat resistance and easy care

Fishing & Utility

• Twin 30-gallon pressurized livewells for bait management

• Multiple macerated in-deck fish boxes to keep the deck clear

• Under-gunwale rod storage and flush-mount holders for organized access

• Raw water and freshwater washdowns to reset quickly after use

Hull & Deck

• Fiberglass hard-top with integrated lighting and tempered glass windshield

• Anchor windlass with rode for controlled anchoring without strain

• Dual side entry doors with removable ladder for easy boarding and water access

• Self-bailing cockpit and advanced fiberglass stringer system for durability