Description The Sportsman Open 232 is engineered as the definitive 23-foot family-and-fishing offshore center console. Built using Sportsman’s proprietary SportTech Advanced Fabrication Process—a 100% composite, no-wood fiberglass stringer system backed by a 10-year hull warranty—this vessel balances offshore stability with refined ergonomics. Equipped with a factory-installed Yamaha F300XSB 4.1L V6 engine, state-of-the-art Seakeeper Ride Vessel Attitude Control System (VACS), and the integrated SportLink® Electronics Suite, this vessel delivers turnkey navigation, automatic running trim, and unmatched comfort for both hard-core anglers and sandbar cruises. Factory Installed Options & Selected Upgrades Yamaha F300XSB (White Engine Package) featuring digital electronic steering and stainless steel propeller. Porcelain Head inside enclosed console with overboard discharge and pump-out system. Bow Sundeck / Table Extension with cushion (removable). Telescoping Ski Tow Bar for watersports. Trolling Motor Pre-Rigging including dedicated plug, wiring harness, and adapter. Turnkey Value Analysis: Standard Features & Equipment Where other builders require tens of thousands of dollars in aftermarket add-ons, the Sportsman Open 232 includes top-tier navigation, dynamic hull control, and premium upholstery directly from the factory. 1. Integrated SportLink® Navigation & Digital Control Garmin GPSMAP® 1243xsv MFD: 12" multi-touch display with built-in Wi-Fi and BlueChart g3 coastal mapping. CHIRP Transducer: Garmin GT12M 350W CHIRP bronze thru-hull transducer for superior underwater imaging. Garmin VHF 115 Radio: Flush-mounted with external antenna. SeaStar Interact DCM Digital Switching: Centralized digital control system with integrated helm keypad. Dual Scanstrut ROKK Wireless Chargers: IPX6 waterproof, non-slip qi-charging pads built into the helm dash. USB / USB-C & 12V Outlets: Multi-device charging at the helm console. 2. Next-Generation Hull Performance & Ride Dynamics Seakeeper Ride VACS: Fully integrated Vessel Attitude Control System eliminating up to 70% of underway pitch and roll while automating trim, turn coordination, and hole-shot optimization. Yamaha Digital Steering: Hydraulic tilt steering with a custom stainless steel wheel and power knob. Grip-Tex Yacht Style Non-Skid: Superior traction across all deck surfaces that is durable and easy to maintain. 3. Audio & Nighttime Lighting Garmin Apollo™ RA670 Premium Stereo System: Powered with custom SportTUN audio processing. JL Audio M3-650X Speakers: Gloss white sport grille marine speakers. Lumitec Integrated LED Lighting: Hard-top integrated navigation lights, interior blue LED cockpit accent lighting, spreader lights, and underwater transom LED lights. 4. Tournament-Grade Fishing Amenities 25-Gallon Transom Aquarium Livewell: Glass-faced livewell fed by a high-speed pick-up pump. Abundant Rod Storage: Flush-mount Gemlux gunwale rod holders (4), kingfish hardtop rod holders, under-gunwale rod racks (fits up to 6 rods), and leaning post rod holders. In-Floor & Bow Storage: Two insulated bow storage compartments (act as fish boxes or coolers) plus an in-deck bow storage box. Dedicated Trolling Motor Storage: Pre-engineered space inside the console to stow up to three trolling motor batteries out of sight. Washdown Systems: Both raw water washdown and a 15-gallon freshwater washdown system with removable hose holders. 5. Seating, Comfort & Layout Sileather® Marine Silicone Upholstery: Premium Serenity Icecap White ultra-durable, stain-resistant, UV-stable fabric. Helm Seating: Premium dual-chair leaning post with flip-up bolsters and folding armrests. Convertible Seating: Removable forward-facing bow backrests, cockpit knee bolsters, and a rear fold-down bench seat with total bilge access. Consoles & Amenities: Integrated 20-quart console cooler seat, lockable enclosed console head compartment with horizontal starboard window, anti-fatigue helm pad, and a built-in swim platform with a 4-step telescoping boarding ladder. Hardware & Construction: Gemlux stainless steel cleats, latches, hinges, and AlloChrome4200+™ anti-corrosion fasteners tested for over 4,200 hours of salt spray resistance.