Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 230 FishermanfromGrady-White Boatsis a versatilecenter consolein themotor yachtclass, measuring 23 ft (7.01 m) LOA and powered by a single Yamaha gas outboard. Represented by Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales for ordering and guidance.
Choosing the 230 Fishermanmeans opting for a straightforward, reliable setup: one Yamaha outboard running on gas, and a practicalcenter consolelayout within the efficientmotor-yacht categorysegment. Discuss fit and availability with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
To review pricing, current availability, and ordering steps for the 230 Fisherman, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will guide you through specification confirmation, purchase paperwork, and delivery coordination.
Owners gravitate to the 230 FishermanfromGrady-White Boatsfor serious offshore and nearshore angling, helped by its center-console layout, large cockpit, and livewell. The same boat often pulls double duty as a trailerable 23' dayboat for family cruising, watersports, and weekends, thanks to forward seating with twin insulated fish boxes and an integrated cooler, a single-level deck that stays workable around the bow, and a fold-down aft bench when extra space is needed.
On the water, the SeaV² hull is repeatedly described as predictable with smooth handling, delivering a dry, stable ride in a head sea. With a single Yamaha 300—common in tests—owners and reviewers cite an agile, calm feel, plus numbers around 47–48 mph wide open, ~27–30 mph at an easy cruise, and ~36–37 mph at a fast cruise.
Comfort and upkeep reflect thoughtful choices with real-world caveats: a stand-up head inside the console uses a vinyl liner that cleans easily, and placing the batteries in the console keeps them dry and out of the bilge. However, removing those batteries requires breaking out screws and a panel, which reviewers criticize as inconvenient. On owner forums, a swim-platform ladder that rusted shut (and a replacement showing the same issue) and some canvas/hardware corrosion have been reported, even as experts continue to note solid construction with a hand-laid hull and self-bailing deck. The single-outboard layout simplifies engine service compared with twins, and Yamaha F250–F300 power is widely supported.
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 230 Fisherman | 23' 0" (7.01 m) | - | - | - | - |
| Islander | 26' 0" (8.20 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | 4' 11" (1.50 m) – 6' 7" (2 m) | 25 kn / 40 kn | 3 |
| Freedom 375 | 37' 0" (11.43 m) | 13' 0" (4.01 m) | 7' 11" (2.42 m) – 32' 6" (9.92 m) | - | - |
| 283 Release | 28' 0" (8.53 m) | 9' 0" (2.90 m) | 59' 1" (18 m) | 40 kn | - |
| Gulfstream | 23' 0" (7.01 m) | 9' 0" (2.84 m) | 4' 11" (1.50 m) | - | - |
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