Fish + Family Crossover
Real offshore fishing capability and genuine family comfort in one platform — the Gulf Coast's most versatile format.
Pursuit Boats for Florida's Gulf Coast
Premium center consoles that fish, cruise and entertain — all in one boat.
A Gulf Coast Pursuit ownership guide — which Sport or OS model fits how you actually boat, and whether your dock, lift, canal and route can realistically support it. Independent advice from Michael Johnson, Licensed Florida Yacht Broker.
Last updated July 27, 2026
Why Pursuit Boats Fits
Why Pursuit Boats fits Gulf Coast boating
Balanced view — not manufacturer marketing. Where this brand genuinely earns a spot in a Florida waterfront owner's shortlist.
Premium Construction
Above value fishing brands — build quality, finish and dealer support that reward long-term ownership.
Sport + Offshore Series
The S series is the crossover sweet spot; OS goes further offshore with taller freeboard and more range.
Center-Console Practicality
Walk-around access, easier saltwater maintenance, and outboard simplicity match Florida ownership reality.
Model Families
Pursuit Boats model families we focus on
The Sport (S) series is our launch focus.
Family
Sport Series (S)
Premium center-console crossover.
Family
OS Series (Offshore)
Offshore-focused cabin center consoles with taller freeboard and more range.
Waterfront Homeowner Quick-Answers
Which Pursuit Boats best fits your waterfront lifestyle?
Pursuit S 288
Best for: Entry premium center console — most private-dock friendly of the line.
Pursuit S 328
Best for: Best all-around Tampa Bay premium center console for crossover use.
Verify beam for the exact model year.
Pursuit S 358
Best for: Larger, upscale Sport — comfort and capability for offshore and family days.
Pursuit OS 325
Best for: Offshore-focused with taller freeboard — little lift allowance for a standard residential envelope.
Pursuit OS 355
Best for: Offshore comfort — typically pushes into a custom lift or slip discussion.
Pursuit OS 405 / 445
Best for: Serious offshore platforms — expect a custom lift or wet slip, not a standard residential lift.
Preliminary Lift-Planning Guide
How to think about a lift for a Pursuit Boats
Preliminary planning class only — a starting range for discussion, not a spec. Final lift capacity, cradle geometry, pilings, dock structure, water depth and vessel configuration require professional verification.
Published weight is not lift-design weight. Final capacity depends on fuel, water, batteries, options, gear, safety margin, bunks, cradle geometry, pilings, dock structure and water depth. Manufacturer weight terminology (dry weight, lightship displacement, light craft mass) is preserved and unchanged.
| Model | Published weight | Fuel | Prelim loaded + 1.20 margin | Verification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pursuit S 288(2026) | 8,220 lbs Approx. dry weight (engine config) | 230 gal | ~12,184 lbs | |
| Pursuit S 328(2026) | 12,160 lbs Approx. dry weight (engine config) | 300 gal | ~17,724 lbs Verify beam for the exact model year. | |
| Pursuit S 358(2026) | 16,618 lbs Approx. dry weight (engine config) | 343 gal | ~23,518 lbs | |
| Pursuit OS 325(2026) | 13,740 lbs Approx. dry weight (engine config) | 300 gal | ~19,620 lbs | |
| Pursuit OS 355(2026) | 17,470 lbs Approx. dry weight (engine config) | 388 gal | ~25,152 lbs Confirm LOA for the exact year. | |
| Pursuit OS 405(2026) | 25,292 lbs Approx. dry weight (engine config) | 482 gal | ~35,708 lbs | |
| Pursuit OS 445(2026) | 30,718 lbs Approx. dry weight (engine config) | 600 gal | ~43,438 lbs |
Method: (published weight + full fuel @ 7.5 lb/gal + full water @ 8 lb/gal + generator fuel) × 1.20 safety margin. See the full method →
Planning calculator
Educational onlyEstimates operating (wet) weight as published weight + fuel + water + batteries + gear, then applies a safety margin. Uses your inputs — nothing is sent anywhere.
- Published weight
- 8,220 lbs
- Fuel (planning)
- 230 gal · 1,725 lbs
- Water (planning)
- 20 gal · 160 lbs
- Batteries (planning)
- 120 lbs
- Gear + persons
- 400 lbs
- Estimated operating weight
- 10,625 lbs
- With ×1.20 margin
- 12,750 lbs
- Table's canonical loaded + 1.20
- 11,934 lbs
Educational planning estimate only — not a lift-engineering approval.
No lift-capacity recommendations are published on this page. Professional verification is required for every Pursuit Boats lift decision.
Request a Dock-to-Deck ReviewDock, Lift & Aft Loading
Pursuit dry weight is one engine configuration — not your boat
Pursuit publishes weight against a specific engine configuration. Batteries, generator, outriggers, tower and tackle add real weight, and large outboards concentrate it aft. Cradle and bunk geometry plus transom loading matter as much as the total.
Aft weight concentration
Twin, triple, and quad outboards concentrate real weight at the transom. Lift cradles must be geometry-matched — a same-capacity lift with the wrong bunks is not a fit.
Options add up
Generator, second battery bank, hardtop upgrades, outriggers, upper station, tackle centers and electronics all push the boat away from published dry weight.
Air draft can grow
Manufacturer hardtop clearance is the baseline — added electronics, radar arches and towers can materially raise the highest fixed point.
Verify configuration before any lift decision. The number on the spec sheet applies to one specific engine configuration. We confirm engine count/hp, generator, outriggers, tower and electronics for the exact boat being considered.
| Model | Published engine config | Hardtop clearance | Aft-weight review |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pursuit S 288 | twin F300 | 7'9" to hardtop (options may increase) | Required |
| Pursuit S 328 | Verification required | 8'2" to hardtop (options may increase) | Required |
| Pursuit S 358 | Verification required | 8'9" to hardtop (options may increase) | Required |
| Pursuit OS 325 | Verification required | 9'3" to hardtop (options may increase) | Required |
| Pursuit OS 355 | Verification required | 9'9" to hardtop (options may increase) | Required |
| Pursuit OS 405 | Verification required | 9'8" to hardtop (options may increase) | Required |
| Pursuit OS 445 | Verification required | 11'0" to hardtop (options may increase) | Required |
No lift fit or transom-load guarantee is published on this page. We match Pursuit configuration to your dock, lift geometry and route.
Review My Dock & LiftCanal, Dock & Route Access
What determines whether a Pursuit Boats works from your private canal home
No single number decides fit. These are the property, waterway, and route factors we verify before you commit — none of them can be answered from a spec sheet alone.
- Dock face length
- Beam (with rub rails, hardware, fenders)
- Side & fender clearance
- Canal / basin width
- Turning room at the dock
- Controlling depth at low tide
- Canal-mouth shoaling
- Lift capacity — not from dry weight alone
- Bunk / cradle geometry
- Piling placement
- Shore power & water availability
- Fixed bridges on the actual route
- Opening bridges & schedules
- No-wake zones and time restrictions
- Distance to open water / the Gulf
- Wake and wind exposure
- HOA and deed restrictions
- Hardtop / cover clearance & hurricane storage
Review my property and my Pursuit Boats. Michael and the Dock-to-Deck team confirm every one of these before recommending a boat or dock configuration.
Review My Property and Pursuit BoatsBridge Clearance & Air-Draft
Will the Pursuit Boats clear the bridges between the home and open water?
Three concepts drive every real-world answer. We verify each for the exact year, configuration, and route before publishing an opinion.
Vessel air draft
Waterline to the highest fixed point — hardtop, radar, dome, antennas, flybridge, and any aftermarket gear. Aftermarket equipment often changes air draft materially.
Published model clearance
Manufacturer clearance is stored per model, year, configuration, and measurement point — with source URL and verified date. One clearance does not apply across all years or configurations.
Route clearance controls
The lowest bridge on the actual route controls the decision — not the average, and not the tallest span. We map the specific waterway from your dock to the Gulf.
Tampa Bay context
Sunshine Skyway — ~175 ft
The Gulf gateway from central Tampa Bay; not a clearance concern for recreational yachts.
Courtney Campbell area — ~10 ft
Illustrative of low fixed bridges that can eliminate certain canal-to-Gulf routes for taller vessels. Confirm your exact route.
Scheduled bascule bridges
Opening schedules (on-demand, on-the-hour, restricted rush-hour windows) shape day-trip timing even when clearance isn't an issue.
No bridge-clearance guarantee is published on this page. We map your dock-to-Gulf route against the exact model, year, and equipment.
Map My Dock-to-Gulf RouteMichael's Guidance
Michael's Pursuit Boats guidance, by model
First-person notes from Michael Johnson, Licensed Florida Yacht Broker, on where each model actually shines for waterfront owners.
Pursuit S 328
“The strongest all-around Sport for Gulf Coast crossover use. Published dry weight is the twin-outboard config only — options and setup change the loaded number materially.”
— Michael Johnson, Licensed Florida Yacht Broker
Pursuit S 358
“The comfort step up. Aft-weight concentration and hardtop electronics move the real-world numbers past the sheet.”
— Michael Johnson, Licensed Florida Yacht Broker
Pursuit OS 325 / 355
“OS gets you offshore capability, but hardtop clearance and cradle geometry both step up. Plan air draft against the actual bridge on your route.”
— Michael Johnson, Licensed Florida Yacht Broker
Pursuit OS 405 / 445
“Effectively wet slip or custom lift conversations — don't shop them against a standard residential lift envelope.”
— Michael Johnson, Licensed Florida Yacht Broker
Live Inventory
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Michael can source virtually any suitable Pursuit Boats model, year, or size through the Premium Yacht Marketplace network.
Michael's Expert Take on Pursuit Boats
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FAQs
Pursuit Boats — frequently asked by waterfront owners
Is a Pursuit both a fishing and family boat?
Yes — the S series is built for that crossover, and the OS series pushes further offshore while retaining family usability.
How does 'approx. dry weight (engine config)' compare across boats?
Pursuit publishes weight against a specific engine configuration. Change the engine spec and the number changes — same for adding a generator, tower, outriggers or tackle.
Does a Pursuit's hardtop determine bridge clearance?
The hardtop sets the baseline. Added electronics, radar arches, outriggers and upper stations can raise the highest fixed point — verify against every bridge on your route.
Which Pursuit is best for a private dock?
S 288 and S 328 are the most dock-friendly. OS models are typically custom lift or slip conversations.
What size lift for a Pursuit S 328?
We don't publish a fits-a-lift answer. Loaded planning weight puts the S 328 in a 20K conversation — cradle geometry and aft loading decide the final choice.
Can PYM locate a Pursuit for me?
Yes — Michael can source Sport and OS models through the Premium Yacht Marketplace network.
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