PATHFINDER BOATS - 2500 Hybrid - For Sale

The 2500 HybridbyPATHFINDER BOATSis a 24 ft performancemotor yachtwith a single Yamaha outboard, afiberglass and plastichull, and confident cruising at 27.6 knots. Work with Andrey Shestakov and the Shestakov Yacht Sales team to evaluate this model’s capabilities and plan your purchase with expert brokerage support.

Selecting a 2500 Hybrid

Choose the 2500 Hybridif you want a nimble, efficientmotor yachtthat balances speed, range, and simplicity. With a 24 ft (7.54 m) LOA, 8 ft (2.62 m) beam, monohull configuration, and a Yamaha outboard, it delivers fast transit (up to 54 kn / 62.14 mph) and practical cruising (27.6 kn / 31.76 mph). The hull is built infiberglass and plasticfor durability and low maintenance, and fuel capacity is 80 gal to support active day boating.

Features of the Model

• Performance: Cruise at 27.6 kn (31.76 mph) and reach 54 kn (62.14 mph).
• Propulsion and fuel: 1 x Yamaha outboard; fuel type Gas/Petrol; capacity 80 gal.
• Hull and deck: Monohull with fiberglass and plasticconstruction; deck material Fiberglass.
• Design and build: Hull and interior by PATHFINDER BOATS.
• Dimensions: LOA 24 ft (7.54 m); beam 8 ft (2.62 m); draft from 3.609 ft (1.1 m) to 7.546 ft (2.3 m).

Technical Specifications

• Builder: PATHFINDER BOATS
• Model: 2500 Hybrid
• Category: motor yacht
• Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• Hull configuration: Monohull
• LOA: 24 ft (7.54 m)
• Beam: 8 ft (2.62 m)
• Draft (min/max): 3.609 ft (1.1 m) / 7.546 ft (2.3 m)
• Cruising speed: 27.6 kn (31.76 mph)
• Max speed: 54 kn (62.14 mph)
• Gross tonnage: 4.5
• Engines: 1 x Yamaha, Outboard
• Fuel type: Gas/Petrol
• Fuel capacity: 80 gal
• Hull designer: PATHFINDER BOATS
• Interior designer: PATHFINDER BOATS

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing and purchase options on the 2500 Hybrid, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through specification review, inspections, negotiations, and closing to secure the right boat on the best terms.

Questions and Answers

• Q: What type of yacht is the 2500 Hybrid? A: It’s acompactmotor yachtbyPATHFINDER BOATSwith amonohullinfiberglass and plasticand a single Yamahaoutboard.
• Q: How fast does it go? A: Max speedis 54 kn (62.14 mph) andcruising speedis 27.6 kn (31.76 mph), offering rapid, efficient passages.
• Q: What are the key dimensions and draft? A: LOAis 24 ft (7.54 m),beam8 ft (2.62 m), anddraftranges from 3.609 ft (1.1 m) to 7.546 ft (2.3 m).
• Q: What engine and fuel system does it use? A: It has 1 x Yamaha Outboardrunning onGas/Petrolwithfuel capacityof 80 gal.
• Q: How can Shestakov Yacht Sales help me purchase? A: Contact Andrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesfor expert guidance on evaluation, pricing, andtransactionsupport for the2500 Hybrid.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the 2500 HybridbyPATHFINDER BOATSfor its true split personality: shallow inshore sight-fishing one day, then running passes and near-offshore on the next, and still comfortable for sandbar weekends with the family. The layout earns consistent praise for smart storage and organization, with lighted lockers, ample rod and gear arrangements, a console sized for large MFDs, and a clear-lid battery compartment. Flip-up transom seats add family-friendly versatility with seating for about four to five, and the boat comes well-prepped for fishing tasks, including a large livewell setup and pre-rigging for a 36‑V bow trolling motor. A recurring comment from some owners is that the helm-seat width feels on the narrow side.

On the water, the 2500 Hybridis reported to jump on plane inside of 100 feet and run dry, quick, and maneuverable in light chop, holding firmly in tight turns. With a Yamaha F300, testers have posted roughly 57–58 mph on the top end and a comfortable 35–40 mph cruise around 3,000–4,000 rpm. Many owners and testers note that prop selection and tuning are part of dialing in the package, trading off hole shot versus top speed to hit target rpm.

Maintenance notes from owner reports center on the rear livewell drain/standpipe: clogging is a known issue, often addressed by adding a simple PVC sleeve/pacifier with drilled holes to reduce suction; the manual also advises shifting briefly into reverse to purge air pockets and removing the grate to clear the standpipe if filling or draining stalls. A few owners mention minor water ingress at the console door after washdown, typically solved with extra gasket or sealant. Routine outboard service intervals are commonly followed, with owners referencing milestones such as a 400‑hour service.

Pros and Cons

• Versatile layout covers inshore flats, nearshore passes, and relaxed sandbar days with equal confidence.
• Quick to plane and runs dry and agile in light chop with a firm hold in tight turns.
• Strong performance with a Yamaha F300, showing about 57–58 mph top speed and an easy 35–40 mph cruise.
• Rear livewell drain/standpipe can clog and may require a simple PVC sleeve fix.
• Hitting target rpm often takes prop selection and tuning to balance acceleration and top end.
• Some owners feel the helm-seat width is narrower than they’d like.

Comparison with Other Models