Pathfinder Open 2700

Description

We have the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale: a new 2023 Pathfinder Open 2700 bay boat with a 425 HP Yamaha XF425 V8, factory white outboard. It is dealer stock with the build sheet below, and we can deliver it in the USA or ship it worldwide.

On this page you will find the full specification, standard equipment, the options fitted to this boat, who it suits, how it handles, ownership tips and how delivery works. Ask us for more photos, a video walkaround or a delivered price to your country.

Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale: Specifications

Standard Equipment on the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale

• 6 inch jackplate and GEM stainless wheel
• Trim tabs
• Leaning post with 42 gallon aquarium livewell
• 22 gallon aft livewell with light
• Raw water washdown
• Centre console with side access
• Deluxe Engel cooler in front of console
• Four locking dry storage compartments
• LED navigation and cockpit lights, 12 V and USB
• Main breakers with separate house and trolling motor switches
• Self-bailing cockpit and automatic bilge pump

Options Fitted to This Boat

This Pathfinder Open 2700 was ordered with the following options:

• Yamaha Helm Master EX with XF425 digital electric steering
• Yamaha 16 3/8 x 21 XTO propeller
• Fiberglass hard top with Haze Grey underside and 6 rod holders
• JL Audio stereo with amplifier and 8 speakers
• Fresh water washdown
• Fish box pump-out with macerator
• Bolster set and white cushions
• Trim tab indicator

Build sheets are taken from the dealer listing. We confirm every item on the boat itself before you pay and send photos of anything you want to check.

About Pathfinder

Pathfinder bay boats are built by the Maverick Boat Group in Fort Pierce, Florida, the same company behind Maverick, Hewes and Cobia. Pathfinder is known for dry riding hulls, clever fishing layouts and solid build quality that holds up to hard use in salt water. The current range is on the Pathfinder Boats website.

Layout and Who It Suits

A bay boat is built for shallow inshore water: flats, estuaries and bays, with enough freeboard and hull to run near shore on calm days. The Pathfinder Open 2700 gives you a big casting deck, a livewell for bait, rod storage everywhere and a shallow draft to reach fish other boats cannot.

The Open series uses a centre console with side access and wide walkways, keeping the gunnels clear for fishing all round the boat.

The Engine: 425 HP Yamaha XF425 V8, factory white

The Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale is powered by a Yamaha XF425 V8, factory white four stroke outboard. Yamaha four strokes are known for reliability, smooth running and strong dealer support around the world, which matters when you own a boat for many years. At 425 HP this is a serious engine that gives the boat strong acceleration and a fast cruise even when fully loaded. This boat also has Yamaha Helm Master EX, which adds digital electric steering and smoother, more precise control. See our Yamaha 425hp outboard motors sale-35” shaft V8 XF425ESA page for the engine on its own.

How the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale Handles

The Pathfinder Open 2700 is built to run dry and fast across shallow water. Trim tabs and the jackplate let you fine tune the ride: raise the engine in skinny water, drop the bow with the tabs in a chop. With 425 HP it jumps on the plane and holds a fast, efficient cruise.

Who Buys the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale

Inshore fishing

Redfish, trout, snook and anything that lives on the flats.

Nearshore trips

Calm day runs along the coast.

Tournament fishing

Fast, organised and built for a full day of casting.

Family days

Seating and a cooler for sandbar trips.

Electronics and Navigation

The helm has the gauges you need, and there is room to add a chartplotter or fish finder if you want one. Keep the software up to date, and check that charts cover the waters you plan to use.

Trailering and Launching

A trailer can be arranged; ask us for a matched trailer quote. Check tyre pressures, lights and bearings before every trip, and make sure your tow vehicle is rated for the combined weight of boat, engine, fuel and trailer. At the ramp, prepare everything before you back down so you are not holding up the queue.

Looking After the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale

• Flush the outboard with fresh water after every trip in salt or brackish water.
• Rinse the hull, deck and upholstery and let everything dry.
• Follow the Yamaha service schedule for oil, filters, impeller and gear oil.
• Check the bilge pump and battery before each trip.
• Wax the gelcoat a couple of times a season.
• Use a fitted cover when the boat is not in use.

Fishing Features in Detail

The Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale is laid out by anglers for anglers. Livewells keep bait lively all day, insulated fish boxes keep the catch cold, and rods stow in lockers, racks and under the gunnels so the deck stays clear. Casting platforms at the bow and stern let two or three anglers fish at once without tangling. The trolling motor wiring and battery switches are already in place, so adding or using a trolling motor is simple.

Shallow Water Tactics

Bay boats earn their keep in skinny water. Use the jackplate to raise the engine and keep the water pickup clear, trim the engine up gently as the water gets shallow and use the trim tabs to keep the bow down and the hull running flat. A shallow water anchor, such as a Power-Pole, is a popular addition for holding position on the flats. Learn your local tides and channels before running new water.

Why a Yamaha-Powered Boat

Yamaha is one of the biggest outboard makers in the world, with dealers and parts in almost every boating region. That makes the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale easier to service wherever you keep it. Yamaha four strokes run cleanly, start reliably and hold their value, which helps when you come to sell the boat years from now.

Fuel Use and Range

The Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale carries 126 US gal of fuel. Range depends on speed, load and conditions. Four stroke outboards are most efficient at a steady cruise rather than full throttle, so settle into a comfortable speed and you will go much further. Plan longer trips with a third of the tank in reserve.

Running Costs

Budget for fuel, the annual engine service, insurance, registration and storage or marina fees. Annual servicing on a Yamaha four stroke covers oil, filters, gear oil and checks, and the water pump impeller every few years. Keeping up with routine care costs far less than fixing neglect, and it protects the value of the Pathfinder Open 2700.

Your First Day Out

Pick a calm day and take time to learn the boat. Practise docking, turning and stopping at low speed, find where the safety gear is kept and test the bilge pump and lights. Brief your passengers on where to sit and how to board. A relaxed first trip builds confidence for everyone.

Docking Tips

Approach slowly, into the wind or current if you can. Have fenders out and lines ready before you arrive. Use short bursts of forward and reverse rather than holding the throttle, and let the boat drift the last few feet. Helm Master EX makes low speed control smoother and more precise. Practice makes docking easy.

Salt Water Care

If you use the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale in salt water, flush the engine after every trip, rinse the boat, trailer and fittings, and spray a corrosion inhibitor on metal parts. Check anodes on the engine and replace them when half worn. A few minutes after each trip saves expensive repairs later.

What Comes With the Boat

The Pathfinder Open 2700 comes with its manufacturer’s certificate of origin, owner’s manuals for the boat and engine, warranty registration and keys. We go through the paperwork with you and make sure everything is in order for registration in your country or state.

Pre-Delivery Inspection

Before the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale leaves, it is checked over: the engine is run, systems such as bilge pumps, lights, stereo and electronics are tested, and the hull and upholstery are inspected. We send you photos so you know exactly what you are getting.

Accessories Worth Adding

Popular additions include a fitted cover, fenders and dock lines, an anchor kit, a safety kit, a VHF radio and a shallow water anchor and extra rod holders. Ask us to add accessories to your order so everything arrives together with the Pathfinder Open 2700.

Resale Value

Pathfinder boats with Yamaha power have a strong reputation, which helps them hold their value. Keep service records, store the boat properly and look after the upholstery and finish, and the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale will be easy to sell when you are ready to move up.

Buying for a Business

Rental operators, fishing guides, resorts and clubs buy boats like the Pathfinder Open 2700 for reliability and easy maintenance. If you need more than one boat or a fleet package, ask us for a combined price and shipping quote.

How Buying Works

1. Contact us with your questions and delivery location.
2. We send photos, videos and a full delivered price.
3. You confirm the order and payment terms.
4. We prepare the boat and arrange transport.
5. You receive the boat with all paperwork.

We keep you updated at every step until the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale arrives.

Comparing the Pathfinder Open 2700 With Similar Boats

Pathfinder offers several sizes. The TRS 2200 is the easiest to tow and launch, the TRS 2600 adds space and comfort features, the Open 2400 and 2700 keep the deck clear for serious fishing, and the Hybrid 2500 adds freeboard for rougher water. Bigger boats carry more fuel and ride better in a chop, while smaller ones reach shallower water and cost less to run. The Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale sits in that range as a 425 HP bay boat of 27.0 ft.

Where to Keep the Boat

Most owners keep a boat like the Pathfinder Open 2700 on a trailer at home, in a marina slip, or in a dry stack storage building. Trailering is the cheapest and lets you explore different waters. A marina slip means you can step aboard and go. Dry stack keeps the boat out of the water and out of the weather. Think about which suits your plans before the boat arrives.

Batteries and Electrical System

The Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale has marine batteries and a switch panel with breakers. Turn off the battery switch when you leave the boat, keep terminals clean and use a smart charger between trips. The separate trolling motor battery system keeps the starting battery safe while you fish. Check navigation lights before every evening trip.

Upholstery and Interior Care

Marine vinyl lasts for years if you look after it. Wipe it down with a vinyl cleaner, rinse off salt and sunscreen, and use a UV protectant. Prop cushions up after rain so water drains. Keep the boat covered when not in use, because sunlight is the biggest enemy of upholstery and flooring.

Boating With Children

Children love a day on a bay boat. Fit everyone with a properly sized life jacket, keep younger children seated while under way and agree simple rules before leaving the dock. Bring shade, water and snacks. The Pathfinder Open 2700 has the space and stability to make family days easy.

Weather and Trip Planning

Check the forecast before every trip and keep an eye on the sky. Wind builds through the afternoon on many waters, so plan the longest run for the morning. Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to be back. Always carry enough fuel to return with a margin.

Engine Break-In

A new Yamaha outboard needs a short break-in period. Follow the owner’s manual: vary your speed, avoid long periods at full throttle and do the first service at the recommended hours. A careful break-in helps the engine on the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale give years of reliable running.

A Perfect Weekend

With the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale, a typical weekend might include an early start on the flats, a midday run to check new spots and an afternoon on the sandbar with family. The boat is comfortable enough for long days and easy enough to handle that you will want to use it every chance you get.

Hull and Build Quality

A good fiberglass hull is the foundation of a boat that lasts. Pathfinder builds with fiberglass reinforced hulls and composite construction designed to resist rot and stay stiff, so the boat feels solid in a chop and keeps its value. When you inspect the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale, look closely at the finish and fittings: they show the care that went into building it.

Choosing the Right Size

Think about how many people you usually take, where you boat and how you will store it. A smaller boat is easier to tow, launch and store, and costs less to run. A bigger boat carries more people and fuel and rides better in rough water. The Pathfinder Open 2700 is a good fit if it matches your usual crew and waters. If you are unsure, tell us how you plan to use it and we will give you an honest view.

Wash Down and Clean Up

The washdown system on the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale makes clean up easy: rinse fish scales, sand and salt off the deck before they dry. Back at the ramp or the dock, give the whole boat a fresh water rinse and open the hatches to let compartments dry. Clean boats are more pleasant to use and last longer.

Upgrades Over Time

Many owners add to their boat over the years: better electronics, a new stereo, extra rod holders, a different propeller or custom covers. The Pathfinder Open 2700 has the electrical capacity and space to grow with you. Ask us about upgrades at the time of purchase, because it is often easier to fit them before delivery.

Winter Storage

If the boat will sit through winter, stabilise the fuel, run the engine to circulate it, change the engine oil and gear oil, fog the engine as Yamaha advises and charge or remove the batteries. Clean and dry the interior, prop cushions to let air circulate and store the boat under a breathable cover. A properly laid up boat starts first time in spring.

Safety Equipment

Every boat needs life jackets for everyone aboard, a throwable flotation device, a fire extinguisher, a sound signal and navigation lights. Rules vary between countries and states, so check what applies where you will use the Pathfinder Open 2700. A VHF radio and a first aid kit are worth adding even when not required.

Registration and Insurance

Most countries and US states require boats to be registered, and many marinas require insurance. Keep the bill of sale, the manufacturer’s certificate and the hull ID handy. We provide all the paperwork for the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale with the boat.

Why Buy New

A new boat comes with the builder and Yamaha factory warranties, no hidden history and the exact options you want. You also avoid the common problems of used boats: soft decks, tired engines and wiring someone else has modified. For many buyers the peace of mind is worth the difference.

How Delivery Works

Within the USA we can arrange delivery by a licensed boat transporter. For buyers abroad, boats of this size usually travel by roll-on roll-off ship, in a container or on a flat rack, depending on size and destination. We prepare the boat for transport, handle the export paperwork and quote the full delivered price to your port before you pay.

A Short Checklist Before Buying

• Decide where you will keep the boat: marina, dry stack or trailer.
• Check your tow vehicle rating if you will trailer it.
• Check registration and licence rules where you will use it.
• Send us your delivery address.

Then contact us for photos and a delivered price. Our refund and return policy and terms and conditions are on the site, and you can read buyer feedback on our reviews page or learn more about us.

Other Pathfinder Boats to Compare

• Pathfinder Hybrid 2500 for sale
• Pathfinder Open 2400 for sale
• Pathfinder TRS 2200 for sale
• Pathfinder TRS 2600 for sale
• Pathfinder 2600 TRS for sale
• All Pathfinder boats
• The full shop

FAQ: Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale

Is the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale new?

Yes, new dealer stock.

What engine does it have?

A 425 HP Yamaha XF425 V8, factory white.

Is a trailer included?

Not as listed, but we can quote one.

Can I see more photos or a video?

Yes, ask and we will send them.

How many people can the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale carry?

The maximum is shown on the capacity plate; we confirm it with a photo before you pay.

Does it come with a warranty?

Yes, the builder and Yamaha warranties for a new boat, with terms depending on where it is registered.

Can it be used in salt water?

Yes, with fresh water flushing and rinsing after each trip.

Can you add accessories before delivery?

Yes. Tell us what you need and we will quote it with the boat.

Do you ship the Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale outside the USA?

Yes. Tell us your country and we will quote delivery to your port.

Final Word

The Pathfinder Open 2700 for sale is a well equipped bay boat from a respected builder, ready to go. Order today, or message us with your questions first.