2026 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest Base
- Year 2026
- Make Boston Whaler
- Model 285 Conquest
2026 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest
The versatile 285 Conquest is an impressive cabin cruiser with the comfort amenities and offshore fishing features to take your saltwater adventures to the limit. Smart design maximizes forward visibility and aft deck space, making this 28-ft dual console boat a generous entertainer and capable angler. Three hardtop options let you customize the boat to your climate and preferences, and integrated Simrad® electronics keep you oriented and connected to the heartbeat of the boat. Explore the Whaler 285 Conquest today and see why it’s one of our most popular models.
Features may include:
Stereo System- JL Audio MM105-HR stereo with Dash mounted remote volume/mute knob
- AM/FM/HD Radio, USB audio, and Sirius XMTM ready
- Iphone/Android compatible via integrated Bluetooth 5.0
- Speakers (2)
- Stainless steel grab rails along sides
- Tempered glass full front windshield with electric vent
- 12-V receptacles (cabin and mid berth)
- Cabin lights (5)
- Carbon monoxide detector
- 12-V receptacle
- Captain’s storage compartment
- Compass
- 12-V receptacle
- Captain’s storage compartment
- Compass
- 12-V receptacle
- 28” interior freeboard
- 8” stainless steel cleats - bow (2), spring line (2), stern with hawse pipes (2), anchor (1)
- 110-V outlet
- 12-V / 120-V refrigerator
- Corian solid surface countertop
- 500 GPH shower sump-pump
- Hanging storage
- Lighting
- 250 CXL V8 DTS Black Dual Mercury® FourStroke engines with hydraulic power steering
- Anchor windlass (low profile with rode and anchor) (FR 1,000 W)
- Automatic bilge pumps (1,100 GPH forward, 2,000 GPH aft)
- Aft facing seat
- Aft seating with reversible backrest
- Convertible port seat / lounge
- Battery storage
- Bow anchor locker with drain
- Bow storage lockers under V-berth
- Bluetooth connection via Vessel View Mobile app (compatible while connected to stereo)
- Display key engine data on your smartphone (Android or Apple iPhone)
- Troubleshooting assistance with dealer notification
Dimensions
Overall Length
27’ 10” (8.51 m)
Beam
9’ 6” (2.90 m)
Draft
Hull only: 20” (0.50 m)
Transom Height
25” (0.63 m)
Bridge Clearance
With hardtop: 8’ 10” (2.69 m) | With radar and spotlight: 9’ 4” (2.84 m)
Capacities
Fuel Capacity
200 gallons (757 L)
Seating Capacity
12 Persons
Weight, Maximum Capacity
3,968 lbs (1,800 kg) | Swamped: 2,100 lbs (952 kg) | Engine: 1,400 lbs (635 kg)
Fresh Water Capacity
30 gallons (113.5 L)
Black Water Capacity
6.5 gallons (24.6 L)
Rear Livewell Capacity
26 gallons (98.42 L)
Weights
Weight
With engine, fuel and water: 10,181 lbs (4,618 kg)
Dry Weight
No engine: 7,300 lbs (3,311 kg)
Engine
Engine Power
Maximum: 500 HP (372 kW)
Minimum Engine Power
500 HP (372 kW)


