2014 Boston Whaler 28' _{(8.53 m)} 285 Conquest

2014 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest – Twin Mercury Verados | Offshore Capability Meets Family Comfort

This 2014 Boston Whaler 285 Conquest is a versatile, offshore-capable cabin cruiser that blends legendary Whaler construction with comfort, performance, and serious fishability. Powered by twin Mercury Verado 250HP four-stroke outboards (500 total HP), this boat delivers confident handling, excellent range, and a smooth ride in a wide range of conditions.

With Boston Whaler’s unsinkable fiberglass construction, a deep 20° deadrise, and a wide 9’6” beam, the 285 Conquest is equally at home chasing offshore fish, cruising with family, or enjoying extended weekends on the water.

Performance & Power

• Twin Mercury Verado 250HP DTS outboards
• Approximately 1,450 hours
• Digital throttle & shift (DTS)
• Stainless steel propellers
• Electric trim tabs with indicators
• 200-gallon fuel capacity for extended range

Cockpit & Deck

Designed for both fishing and entertaining, the cockpit offers deep freeboard, excellent drainage, and thoughtful features throughout:

• Self-bailing cockpit with coaming bolsters
• Integrated hardtop and tempered glass windshield with electric vent
• Windshield wipers and wash system
• Prep center with sink and storage
• Raw water washdown and cockpit shower
• Livewell, in-deck fishboxes, and multiple rod holders
• Transom door with swim ladder
• Anchor windlass with bow roller

Helm & Console

• Mercury DTS dual binnacle controls
• SmartCraft instrumentation with breaker-protected switch panels
• Stainless steel steering wheel with knob
• Comfortable helm seating with adjustable slider

Cabin & Galley

The cabin is bright, well-ventilated, and surprisingly spacious for a boat in this class:

• Forward V-berth with filler cushions
• Mid double berth
• Convertible dinette with gas-assist table
• Galley with Corian countertops, sink, refrigerator, microwave, and storage
• Skylight and opening hatches/portholes
• Fusion stereo system (cabin and cockpit)

Head

• Enclosed VacuFlush head
• Holding tank with dockside pump-out and overboard discharge
• Sink with pull-out shower
• Opening porthole and ample storage

Electrical & Systems

• Shore power with battery charger and galvanic isolator
• Multiple automatic bilge pumps with high-water alarm
• LED cockpit lighting
• Pressurized freshwater system
• Navigation lights and electric horn