Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsDiscover the 250SDXbySEA RAY—a versatilemotor yachtdesigned as arunaboutwith a durablefiberglass and plastichull and a fiberglass deck. At 25 ft (7.62 m) LOA, it’s powered by a single MERCRUISER inboard/outboard engine running on unleaded fuel. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.
Selecting a 250SDX
If you’re seeking an easy-to-handle, 25-foot platform for relaxed day boating, the 250SDXstands out. Its single MERCRUISER inboard/outboard setup keeps operation straightforward, while the fiberglass construction supports long-term ownership confidence. As a practicalmotor yachtconfigured as arunabout, it hits the sweet spot for simplicity, durability, and usability. For tailored guidance on fit and availability, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Features of the Model
- LOA: 25 ft / 7.62 m
- Practical motor yachtlayout executed as a versatilerunabout
- Single MERCRUISER inboard/outboard, unleaded fuel
- Hull built in fiberglass and plasticwith a fiberglass deck
- Hull configuration: Other
Technical Specifications
- Model: 250SDX
- Builder: SEA RAY
- Length overall (LOA): 25 ft (7.62 m)
- Engine count: 1
- Engine manufacturer: MERCRUISER
- Engine type: Inboard/Outboard
- Fuel type: Unleaded
- Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- Hull configuration: Other
- Classification: motor yacht/runabout
Pricing and Ordering
Pricing and availability for the 250SDXvary by market and specification. For current opportunities and personalized advice, speak with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. We will help you evaluate options and move forward with confidence.
Questions and Answers
Q: What is the LOAof the250SDX? A: TheLOAis 25 ft (7.62 m), offering an approachable size for trailering and day use.
Q: What engineconfiguration does it have? A: It features a single MERCRUISERinboard/outboardrunning onunleadedfuel for straightforward operation and service.
Q: What are the hullanddeckmaterials? A: The hull is infiberglass and plastic, and the deck isfiberglass, supporting durability and low maintenance.
Q: How is the boat classified? A: It’s amotor yachtconfigured as arunabout, ideal for versatile day boating.
Q: Who can help me with orderingand advisory support? A: ContactAndrey Shestakovat Shestakov Yacht Sales for expert guidance on the250SDXbySEA RAY.
Owner Experience Review
Owners and reviewers tend to use the 250SDXfromSEA RAYas a social day‑boat: reviews and rental/charter listings highlight room for 14 on plush seating, abundant under‑seat stowage, and a family‑friendly bow where three can sit forward of the helm without stretching out. The lockable private cabin/head has been described as a cozy spot to steal a nap or keep kids and gear out of the sun, and the sliding transom lounge can turn the aft into a wet play area akin to the swim platform on a 30‑footer. For usage, experts steer active families who frequent beaches and sandbars toward the outboard variant, while watersports/towing fans tend to prefer the V8 sterndrive for its grunt.
On the water, test reports characterize the outboard version as quiet, smooth and relaxing in a grand‑tourismo touring‑boat way, with no banging or undue porpoising noted during trials, though the boat can feel a tad light in the bow when lightly loaded. Reviewers have published performance figures around 24.6 knots at 4000 rpm, about 33.2 knots at 5000 rpm, and approximately 42 knots wide‑open with a 300‑hp outboard. Forum discussions quoting BoatTEST cite fuel economy of roughly 2.7 mpg at about 26 mph, which owners often use as a planning benchmark.
From an ownership standpoint, reviewers note SEA RAY’s lifetime hull and deck warranty and a five‑year warranty on most other systems, with Mercury Verado warranty programs referenced in some markets. Tradeoffs between outboard and sterndrive are frequently mentioned: outboards offer shallower draft, easier beaching and simpler access, while the V8 sterndrive delivers towing punch but comes with different service considerations. Used‑boat histories reinforce this nuance—one 2019250SDXsterndrive listing, for example, records a new long block in November 2025 and exhaust manifolds replaced in October 2026—so budgeting and maintenance planning remain part of the equation.
Pros and Cons
- Quiet, smooth, relaxing cruise feel reported in tests of the outboard version.
- Highly social layout with seating for 14, a lockable mini‑cabin/head, and a sliding transom that creates a large aft play zone.
- Choice of outboard for beach/sandbar versatility or V8 sterndrive for towing grunt.
- Light‑bow tendency when lightly loaded can benefit from mindful weight distribution.
- Beaching/anchoring versatility favors the outboard, while sterndrive owners trade some of that for towing power and different service needs.
- Forum‑quoted fuel economy of about 2.7 mpg at roughly 26 mph suggests trip planning and fuel budgeting are prudent.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250SDX | 25' 0" (7.62 m) | - | - | - | - |
| Sundancer 320 OB | 34' 0" (10.36 m) | 10' 0" (3.18 m) | 11' 6" (3.50 m) | - | - |
| 240 Sundeck | 26' 0" (8.03 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | 11' 3" (3.42 m) | - | - |
| 270 SLX | 28' 0" (8.53 m) | 8' 0" (2.69 m) | 6' 10" (2.08 m) | - | - |
| 500 Sundancer | 53' 0" (16.26 m) | 15' 0" (4.65 m) | 13' 5" (4.08 m) – 14' 3" (4.33 m) | - | - |
| SPX 210 OB | 21' 0" (6.40 m) | 8' 0" (2.56 m) | - | - | - |
| 390 Motor Yacht | 41' 0" (12.72 m) | 14' 0" (4.34 m) | 9' 10" (3 m) | - | - |
| 44 Sedan Bridge | 44' 0" (13.44 m) | 14' 0" (4.34 m) | 12' 0" (3.67 m) | - | - |
| 350 Sundancer | 35' 0" (10.82 m) | 11' 0" (3.50 m) | - | - | - |
| 450 Express Bridge | 51' 0" (15.65 m) | 14' 0" (4.47 m) | 11' 3" (3.42 m) | - | - |
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