2009 Mckee Craft Pilothouse 28

The 2009 McKee Craft Pilothouse 28 is a robust and reliable saltwater fishing boat, perfect for serious anglers and boaters who prioritize safety and functionality. Known for its durable and unsinkable hull design, McKee Craft has built a reputation for producing vessels that can withstand harsh marine environments. The Pilothouse 28 features a spacious deck layout that is ideal for fishing and other activities, accommodating up to two guests comfortably. With a beam of 9 feet and a length overall of 28 feet, this boat offers a stable platform for offshore fishing trips. The fuel capacity of 260 gallons ensures extended range, while the 12-gallon freshwater tank and 10-gallon holding tank provide basic amenities for day trips. Located in Harkers Island, North Carolina, this vessel is priced at USD 101,000, offering a competitive option for those seeking a reliable fishing boat. While the pilothouse design provides excellent protection from the elements, it may restrict visibility in certain conditions. Additionally, potential buyers should be aware of common issues such as electrical system concerns and gelcoat cracking in high-stress areas. Overall, the McKee Craft Pilothouse 28 is an excellent choice for experienced boaters who value safety and reliability over luxury.

This is sport fishing as it is meant to be. Welcome aboard Swashbuckler, a Custom McKee 28 Pilothouse. This boat has the power and tankage to handle fishing offshore, a tuna tower to help find the fish, and a pilothouse to shelter you on the way back. Certified by the US Coast Guard as UNSINKABLE, this trailerable workhorse will get you to the fish in comfort and safety. Coming onboard aft you see the twin 300 HP Suzukis that have never had ethanol gasoline put in them. You enter the cockpit area with a standing Battle Station, six gunnel mounted rod holders, a port storage box and starboard fish box under the deck. A 52 gallon life-bait well is incorporated into the steps going up to the tuna tower. The tuna tower easily folds down for transport. You have a soft-top bimini with all controls and navigation equipment needed to con the boat from this location. Going forward on either side brings you to the good-size foredeck area with anchor locker. Looking back, you will see the pilot house windows and the radar system up top. From the cockpit going into the pilot house, the con station is on the starboard side with all controls and the navigator is seated on the port. Both seats Air Ride seats designed to smooth out the passage. The Portuguese windows forward help protect from glare and contribute to the 360 degree view this protected area gives you. Forward and down is the cabin with an electric head and two berths. She also comes with a 12000 lb Road King aluminum trailer which is good for short trips. For longer trips, the trailer’s brakes will need to be addressed. Swashbuckler has been lovingly cared for and properly used by her present owners. She is on her trailer in Harker’s Island ready for her new skipper. Give us a call today to schedule a time to see this great boat. General Measurements • LOA: 28 ft • Beam: 9ft 11” • Draft: 2 ft Tankage: • Fresh Water: 1 @ 12 gal. • Holding tank: 10gal. • Gasoline: 260 gal • Live Bait Well: 52 gal Propulsion • Twin Suzuki 300 HP Four Stroke • Prop: 16 inch diameter 19 pitch cupped four blade stainless steel propellers RH and LH rotations • Fuel: Gasoline • Engines are maintained routinely and have never had ethanol blends • Electronic shift and throttle • Suzuki twin engine control pad (tower) • Suzuki engine gauge for each engine (tower) • Suzuki twin engine electronic shift and throttle (tower) • Racor water separating filters for each engine with fuel shutoff valves (hatch) • LencoTrim tabs Electronics • Garmin Radar networked to Garmin electronics • Garmin Echomap GPS and depth sounder (tower) • VHF radio (tower) • Two 8 foot VHF radio 8db antennas on top of pilothouse • Garmin radar dome on radar mount on top of pilothouse • Two Garmin GPS Antennas on radar mount on top of pilothouse • Garmin network control panel (cabin) • Garmin sonar (cabin) transducer is thru hull with a 20 deg tilt to offset deadrise • Garmin control for autopilot (pilothouse) • Garmin remote control for autopilot • Garmin remote control for autopilot (tower) • Garmin GPSMAP 4212 with blue chart mapping and networked (pilothouse) • Garmin GPSMAP 4208 and networked (pilothouse) • Garmin remote control for GPSMAP 4212 and 4208 (pilothouse) • Garmin GPSMAP 3205 with independent GPS (pilothouse) • Two VHF radios (pilothouse) Fishing Tackle • Custom fold down tower with five rocket launchers and buggy top (tower) • Taco 18 ft outriggers • Overhead rodholders (cabin) • Battle Station fish fighting post which has an underdeck backing plate for support (deck) • Electric plugs for electric reels (3 per side) (deck) • Starboard side fish box with macerator pump (deck) • Six rod holders on transom (deck) • Transom door on starboard side to bring in large fish (deck) Electrical System • Shore Power Inlet Amperage: 30 Amp • Seavolt 3 Bank battery charger/tender (cabin) • 120 volt shore power receptable wired also to battery charger (pilothouse) • Cranking battery per engine Group 27 (pilothouse) • House deep cycle battery group 27 (pilothouse) • Dual engine electronic battery selector which electronically selects which engine battery bank supplies house battery (cabin) • LED Navigation Lights • Forward spreader lights • Aft spreader lights • ACR remote control spotlight (remote inside pilothouse) • Solar powered pilothouse exhaust fan • LED Nav/Anchor Light on top buggy tower Inside Equipment • Porcelain toilet with macerator pump, manual valve to fill with raw water, can pump overboard or to holding tank at back of boat via a three-way valve • Golden rod heater • Two panels to make a full bed in the v berth • LED overhead lighting Ground Tackle • Anchor Box • Aluminum Anchor • 20 ft of chain • 3/8 inch rode Additional Equipment • Stainless steel bow rails • Commercial grade heavy duty rub rails • Pop up cleats • Portuguese Bridge Pilothouse • Air Ride seats starboard and port (pilothouse) • Stainless Steering Wheel (pilothouse) • 5” Compass (pilothouse) • Throw ring and holder (deck) • Starboard fold up step which has a backing plate so that this step can be used to attach a block and tackle to bring large fish thru the transom door (deck) • Port side storage box which drains to bilge (deck) • Folding bench seat at transom (deck) • Flush mount pull out ladder on aft starboard side • Raw water washdown pump • Freshwater washdown pump • 1500 gph bilge pump • 500 gph automatic bilge pump • Boat is bottom painted with black Pettit Vivid. Bottom has been sanded and primed then painted. • 12000 lb Road King aluminum trailer (no brakes)

The McKee Craft Pilothouse 28 is a well-regarded saltwater fishing boat, known for its durable construction and safety features. The foam-filled hull ensures unsinkability, a hallmark of McKee Craft's commitment to safety. The spacious deck layout is ideal for fishing, providing ample room for anglers to maneuver. While the pilothouse offers excellent protection from the elements, it can restrict visibility in certain conditions, which is a consideration for potential buyers. The vessel's robust build quality is evident in its ability to handle rough seas, although its top-heavy design can affect stability. Priced at USD 101,000, this vessel offers good value for those seeking a reliable fishing boat. A marine surveyor would likely focus on inspecting the electrical system and checking for gelcoat cracking, common issues in this model. Overall, the Pilothouse 28 is best suited for experienced boaters who prioritize safety and reliability, particularly those who frequently engage in offshore fishing.