27 BOSTON WHALER 2014
Not all center consoles are hardcore fishing machines. The 270
Dauntless is a case in point, one of a growing number of crossover
boats whose versatile layout is suitable for a variety of familycentered
activities. Built on an unsinkable, foam-filled hull, the
Dauntless is a roomy 27-footer with distinctive styling (note the
wide bow area) and seating for a small crowd. Highlights include
a full-width aft casting platform, three insulated forward fish
boxes, wraparound bow seating (with folding backrests), console
head compartment with pumpout, and standard leaning post
with cooler and removable backrest. An extensive list of factory
options includes a fiberglass hardtop, anchor windlass with
through-stem anchoring system, deluxe leaning post with sink and
30-gallon livewell, ski-tow pylon, underwater lights, and a cockpit
refrigerator. A bow filler cushion converts the entire bow area into
a huge sun pad (requires the optional bow casting insert). Without
the windlass option, there's room under the bow hatch for a beach
boarding ladder. A single 300hp Verado outboard will reach a top
speed of close to 40 knots.Â