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2026 Scout 288 LXF

28 ft · MarineMax Charleston

2026 Scout 288 LXF

Scout 288 LXF

2026 Scout 288 LXF — Luxury Meets the Offshore Life | Stock #212788

The 2026 Scout 288 LXF is a versatile and refined center console purpose-built for serious anglers and families who demand premium performance and comfort on every outing. Powered by a Mercury Verado 300HP V8 with Joystick, this 288 LXF features a Garmin 9219 display, deluxe JL Audio stereo, a fiberglass leaning post with bait prep station, and a thoughtful suite of offshore-ready upgrades throughout. Whether you're heading to the fishing grounds or enjoying a day on the water with family, this Scout delivers an exceptional experience every time.

Finance Available Through MarineMax

Combined Features & Specs:

  • Powered by a Mercury Verado 300HP V8 with Joystick
  • Full hull color — Black
  • Garmin 9219 display — upgraded
  • Garmin GT12M transducer
  • Garmin VHF 315 radio
  • Deluxe stereo upgrade — eight 7.7" JL speakers, 10" subwoofer, two JL amplifiers
  • Bianca cushion package
  • Hardtop mounted rocket launchers
  • Edson steering wheel
  • Phone to Garmin via HDMI
  • Diaphragm overboard discharge waste pump
  • Bow rod and cup holders
  • Phender Pro — two sets, four pins and four receivers
  • Side boarding ladder
  • Stern anchor with dedicated storage
  • Fiberglass leaning post with bait prep station

Built for offshore sportfishing and open water adventures yet equally at home cruising coastal waters with family and friends, the 2026 Scout 288 LXF delivers exceptional performance, premium amenities, and turn-key offshore readiness. Act now — this 2026 Scout 288 LXF is primed for immediate adventures and ready to go.

Why MarineMax? Every purchase includes a full fuel tank and Go Boating Gear kit, no-hassle financing, and boating education courses including Intro to Boating and Women on Water®. Plus, enjoy exclusive MarineMax events and unforgettable Getaways!® — making your boating life truly exceptional.

Model year
2026
Length overall
28 ft
Beam
9 ft 11 in
Hull
Fiberglass

Specification

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Principal characteristics
Builder
Scout
Model
288 LXF
Class
Center Consoles
Model year
2026
Dimensions & hull
Length overall28 ft
Beam9 ft 11 in
Hull materialFiberglass
Engine & propulsion
Engines2x MERCURY WHT 300XL JPO VDO V8 ES 600 hp
FuelGas
Published specifications
Length28 ft
Beam9 ft 11 in
Dry Weight8300.0 lbs
Engine Count2
Total Horse Power600 hp
Drive TypeOther
Fuel TypeGas
MakeMERCURY
ModelWHT 300XL JPO VDO V8 ES
Fuel Capacity188.0 gal
Fresh Water Capacity23.0 gal
Holding Tank Capacity14.0 gal
Hull MaterialFiberglass
ConditionNew
ClassCenter Consoles

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Builder information from the YotSignal OEM databaseFull model record →
Scout Boats Scout 288 LXF

The all-new Scout 288 LXF raises the bar for combined beauty and high performance that outpaces the competitive models in its class. It’s loaded with standard features such as a fully walkable transom swim platform with Esthec, a port-side swing-in door, forward seating with backrests and storage below, and a sleekly designed hardtop w/ integrated [...]

Length Overall28' 9" (8.76 m) ft-in/m
Beam9' 9" (2.97 m) ft-in/m
Draft24" (0.61 m) ft-in/m
Fuel Capacity188 gal (712 L) gal/L
Max Horsepower600 HP (448 kW) hp/kW
Dry Weight (w/o engines)5,600 lbs (2,540 kg) lb/kg
Deadrise21 degrees deg
Bridge Clearance9' 1" (2.77 m) ft-in/m
Fresh Water23 gal (87 L)
Holding Tank14 gal (53 L)
2 builder photos3 documentsSource scoutboats.com

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