An Overview of Center Console Boats

When it comes to buying a boat, you have a wealth of options to choose from. If you want something pretty simple and affordable that you can use for multiple purposes, a center console boat might be the right choice. This guide will help you determine whether a center console is the boat for you.

Definition

First, let’s discuss exactly what a center console boat is. Center console boats are small open boats that are designed with their helm or control panel in the very middle of the deck, rather than up front at the bow of the boat. This allows passengers and the operator to maneuver all the way around the boat, which can be advantageous, especially for fishing, since you can cast your line in all directions.

Size

Center console boats can be as small as 13’ in length and as long as 53’. The usual size is somewhere in the middle. Larger center consoles are best for open waters like boating off the Atlantic coast, while smaller models will be more suitable for your local river or lake. Obviously, if you’d like to bring more people or cargo with you, then you’ll need a bigger boat.

Seeking center consoles in Georgia? Come see us at our dealership in Buford to view our full stock of new and used center console boats for sale. Let us know if you’d like to use our financing options on your boat purchase, too. Atlanta Marine serves the city of Greensboro, GA.