This is the kind of boat that lets you leave the dock confident, cover water efficiently, and still come home comfortable at the end of the day. The 2026 Sportsman Open 262 is built for owners who want one platform that handles Tampa Bay chop, nearshore runs, and relaxed family days without juggling compromises.

Many owners reach this size because smaller boats start feeling limiting—range anxiety, tight seating, and not enough storage for real days on the water. The Open 262 replaces those issues with a wide, stable hull, meaningful fuel capacity, and layouts that let everyone spread out without getting in the way. Twin Yamaha power delivers predictable handling and redundancy, while the 22° deadrise keeps the ride composed when conditions change.

Electronics and helm systems are integrated to reduce workload, not add complexity. Dual Garmin 12” displays, digital switching, and Seakeeper Ride work together so the boat feels settled underway and intuitive at the dock. Storage, livewells, and fish boxes are sized for actual use, not brochure claims, which means fewer trade-offs between fishing capability and family comfort.

Backed by Thunder Marine, ownership stays straightforward after delivery. From commissioning to service access, everything is handled locally by a team that supports how you actually use your boat in St. Pete, Clearwater, and the surrounding Gulf waters.

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

Ownership with Thunder Marine

• Local delivery, setup, and walkthrough so you start confident on day one

• In-house service and warranty coordination in St. Petersburg

• Clear guidance on maintenance planning and seasonal use

• Long-term support from a dealer invested in ownership success, not just the sale

Key Specs

• Length Overall: 26' 6"

• Beam: 9' 5"

• Number of Engines: 2

• Engine Make & Model: Yamaha F200XSA

• Total Horsepower: 400 HP

• Fuel Capacity: 182 gal

• Freshwater Capacity: 20 gal

Features

Helm & Electronics

• Dual Garmin 12” MFDs for clear navigation and system visibility, reducing decision fatigue underway

• Digital switching simplifies control and troubleshooting

• Integrated audio and charging keep devices secured and powered without clutter

Seating & Comfort

• Premium seating layouts that allow movement without congestion

• Console head and interior space that extend comfortable time on the water

• Fold-down and removable seating to adapt between cruising and fishing days

Fishing & Utility

• Dual 30-gallon pressurized livewells for flexibility across bait types

• Multiple macerated in-deck fish boxes to manage longer trips cleanly

• Organized rod storage keeps gear accessible and protected

Hull & Deck

• Deep-vee hull for confident handling in variable Gulf conditions

• Windlass, side entry doors, and a swim ladder for easier boarding and anchoring

• Self-bailing cockpit and non-skid surfaces to reduce cleanup and maintenance effort