Sportsman boats
Sportsman builds primarily gasoline powered fishing boats with a median length of 22 feet, represented by 1,059 registered US hulls and zero USCG recalls on record. The brand serves buyers looking for affordable to mid range center console and bay boats, with used prices ranging from $4,000 to $37,500 and a median of $22,000 across 152 current listings.
Sportsman used price range
From 527 live listings in BoatVerdict's market data (10th, 50th, 90th percentile).
See Sportsman values by model year →Are Sportsman boats reliable?
Sportsman's zero recall record and straightforward outboard powered designs keep ownership costs predictable, with typical expenses driven by engine service intervals and routine fiberglass maintenance. The fleet skews recent, with the most common model years being 2021, 2023, 2019, and 2022, suggesting modern construction standards and readily available parts.
Common problems to inspect on a used Sportsman
- Transom core integrity where outboard is mounted
- Hull to deck joint separation or flexing
- Livewell and bilge pump plumbing leaks
- Corrosion at electrical connections and battery terminals
Registry footprint
Sample = US state open-data vessel registries (currently Texas + New York, ~875k vessels). Treat as a representative slice of recreational US inventory.
Models we cover in depth (1)
Recalls (0)
No USCG recalls on file for Sportsman.
USCG MIC entries (7)
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SMNSPORTSMAN BOAT MANUFACTURING INC SUMMERVILLE, SC inactive -
SWHSPORTSMAN'S WAREHOUSE INC MIDVALE, UT inactive -
WPZSPORTSMAN BOATWORKS, INC. WILSON, NC active -
YSFSPORTSMAN FABRICATION INC. MORGAN CITY, LA active -
UZASPORTSMAN MARINE WILMINGTON, NC active -
GQDSPORTSMAN'S FABRICATION LLC MALVERN, AR active -
DSSSPORTSMAN'S JET INC FT WALTON BEACH, FL active
Frequently asked questions
Are Sportsman boats reliable?
Sportsman has zero USCG recalls across 1,059 registered US hulls, indicating no systemic safety defects. Reliability depends primarily on outboard engine maintenance and how the boat was used and stored.
What is the resale value of Sportsman boats?
Used Sportsman boats currently list from $4,000 to $37,500 with a median asking price of $22,000 across 152 active listings. Actual resale depends on model year, hours, condition, and engine configuration.
What size are Sportsman boats?
The median registered Sportsman is 22.3 feet in length, placing most models in the trailerable center console and bay boat range suitable for inshore and nearshore fishing.
How much does a used Sportsman boat cost?
Current used market shows Sportsman boats from $4,000 for older or smaller models to $37,500 for newer or larger rigs, with the median asking price at $22,000.
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