Smart Cat M280
The Ultimate Practical Power Catamaran
Discover the Smart Cat M280 – the perfect combination of performance, versatility, and practicality in a compact power catamaran. Building on the success of the Smart Cat S280 sailing catamaran, the M280 delivers outstanding cruising range, reliable power, easy operation, and exceptional comfort for your adventures on the water.
EXCEPTIONAL CRUISING RANGE
Go farther with confidence. Powered by efficient twin gasoline outboard engines, the Smart Cat M280 offers impressive cruising range and the freedom to explore coastal waters, rivers, lakes, and islands. With readily available fuel and quick refueling, your adventures never have to stop.
POWERFUL AND RELIABLE PERFORMANCE
Enjoy dependable performance in a wide variety of conditions. Whether you’re cruising with family, fishing with friends, or exploring new destinations, the Smart Cat M280 provides smooth handling, excellent maneuverability, and the reliability of proven outboard technology.
LOW MAINTENANCE AND EASY OWNERSHIP
Spend more time on the water and less time in the service yard. Modern gasoline outboard engines are easy to maintain, widely supported by dealer networks, and simple to service. The Smart Cat M280 is designed to provide worry-free ownership and maximum enjoyment.
COMFORTABLE AND STABLE CRUISING
Experience the benefits of a catamaran hull. The Smart Cat M280 offers exceptional stability, a spacious living area, and a smooth ride compared to many monohull boats of similar size. Enjoy comfortable day trips, weekend getaways, and overnight adventures with family and friends.
Exterior
Interior
*Disclaimer: Some photos of S280 are shown for only better understanding.
Hard Top Options
OPEN
- Perfect for tropical weather
- Convenient to accommodate larger number of passengers
HOUSE
- Good protection for climate changes
- More privacy for liveaboard usage
Layout Options
3 Cabins and 1 Head
2 Cabins and 2 Heads
Specifications
LOA
28ft / 8.5m
Displacement
10,500 lbs/ 4.7tons
Engine - Outboard / Gasoline
(2) x Yamaha 25 hp (Standard)
(2) x Yamaha 60 hp
(2) x Yamaha 115 hp
Beam
17ft-5in/5.29m
Fresh Water Tank
36 Gal. / 135 Liter
Engine - Inboard / Diesel
(2) x Yanmar 21 hp w/ sail drive
(2) x Yanmar 57 hp w/ sail drive
Draft
2 ft 7 in / 0.79 m
Holding Tank
23 Gal. / 88 Liter
Clearance Between Hulls
7ft-2in / 2.18m
Fuel Tank
58 GAL / 220 L or 100 GAL / 378 L
Testimonials
Ben Kaminsky
One of the most interesting boat exhibiting at 2020 Miami Boat Show. The boat handled very well. The ride was pretty comfy due to the high length/beam ratio. I was pretty impressed with how it handled and performance was good for this kind of catamaran range.
Learning the Lines
I think it’s a really cool boat. I think this boat would be good for coastal cruising, week-ending and fun all-around boat. For 28 foot boat, this boat has a ton of accommodation. There is a lot of living space even though it’s just a 28 foot boat. This boat is very beamy which is…