Established in 1959 in Greenville, North Carolina, Grady-White earned a legendary reputation for building ruggedly elegant coastal fishing boats, developing great craftsmen, and nurturing strong customer relationships. Owner, Eddie Smith, set the bar high when he purchased the company in 1968 and under the leadership of President Kris Carroll, the Grady-White team has achieved uncompromising quality through exceptional attention to detail. This results in a company that embodies integrity, pride in work well done, and care for customers and community.

There are many reasons to purchase a Grady-White boat including company heritage, innovative design, exceptional attention to detail, and award-winning performance. Add to that the highest level of customer satisfaction in the boating industry and you’ll love living the Grady Life. Learn more about the company’s philosophy and why it makes a Grady-White boat the top choice for boat ownership.

Grady-White Adventure 281 CE

The ultimate inshore/offshore boat, built on Grady-White’s legendary SeaV²® hull, the 281 Coastal Explorer is a real game-changer! Packed with ingenuity, starting with a new standard portside electric fold down platform with stowable ladder and the newly designed aft bench seat with three different configurations, this top-of-the-line Grady-White boat delivers triple the thrills. From fishing the shallows, and the deepest offshore canyons, to riding in luxury and style to and from the sandbar, this incredibly versatile boat will be the delight of the entire family!

Main Specifications:

• Beam Amidships: 9’4″ (2.84 m)
• Center Line Length w/o Engines: 27’7″ (8.41 m)
• Bridge Clearance: 7’11” (2.41 m)
• Cockpit Depth: 22″ (0.56 m)
• Hull Draft: 19″ (0.48 m)
• Transom Deadrise: 16 degrees (SeaV_2® progression)
• Maximum HP: 600 (448 kW)
• Fuel Capacity – Standard: 160 gal. (606 l)
• Weight w/o Engines: 5650 lb. (2563 kg)

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Grady-White currently builds 26 models of versatile, saltwater-tough center console, dual console, express and walkaround cuddy cabin sportfishing and coastal family boats from 18 to 45 feet.

The company has been awarded every third party customer satisfaction award ever presented in the marine industry, including all 8 of the JD Power and Associates Customer Satisfaction Awards for their category and all 18 years of the NMMA Customer Satisfaction Index award consecutively.

Grady-White Boats Reviews:

Grady-White Adventure 218

Sleek and stylish hybrid walkaround with remarkable qualities for fishing and family fun.

Grady-White Canyon 336 Center Console

Grady-White redesigned the Canyon 336 and made an exceptional family sportfisher even better

Grady-White Freedom 285 Dual Console

Comfort and convenience for families who desire the versatility of a dual console

Grady-White Freedom 325 Dual Console

The Freedom 325 Dual Console is built for comfort and versatility

Grady-White Canyon 326 Center Console

The Canyon 326 delivers enhanced fishability with innovative design and ultimate comfort

Grady-White Freedom 235 Dual Console

Grady-White’s Freedom 235 is designed to feel bigger than most 23-foot dual consoles

Grady-White Fisherman 236 Center Console

Grady-White’s Fisherman 236 redefines the 23-foot center console market

Grady-White Canyon 456 Center Console

Grady-White’s 45-foot Flagship Canyon 456 introduces a new dimension in luxury sportfishing yachts

Grady-White Canyon 271 FS Center Console

Grady-White’s Canyon 271 FS accents forward seating, engineering details for an outstanding center console in the 25- to 30-foot category

Grady-White Freedom 275 Dual Console

Grady-White’s Freedom 275 has wowed families who enjoy all forms of water recreation with its versatility and supreme functional features

Grady-White 191 CE Coastal Explorer Center Console

Exceptional attention to detail with the features and ride of a 25-footer