The Caribbean 26 Sports Fisherman is one of the all time classical cruisers, admired and loved by so many mariners, the world over. Each Caribbean model delivers over 45 years of experience behind her timeless lines, solid engineering reliability and blue-water offshore performance. All of which has earned Caribbean, the respected reputation as one of the finest boat manufacturers in the world today. She is proudly built at the famous Caribbean Gardens in the Melbourne suburb of Scoresby, and exported all over the world. Caribbean, the boat the experts buy…
The ever popular and classic design of the Caribbean 26 Sports Fisherman features dual-helm stations (Flybridge and Lower), a Port-side L shaped lounge, roomy dinette & insulated ice box. The Starboard-side boasts; helm seating and galley units incorporating Spirit Stove, Pantry Cupboards & Sink. A full-flush marine toilet is located within the spacious V-Berth cabin. This combined with her huge open style cockpit area, mighty fuel efficient twin Mercruiser Sterndrive power plants; round-off the standard inclusions. The Caribbean 26 Sports Fisherman is a very versatile and popular, entry level cruiser. She is the envy of most boat manufacturers and the dream of many mariners.
** Sistership vessel shown above. This vessel is fitted with many non-standard features, options & accessories; most of which are listed within our Option-A-Boat service.
Floorplan
Deck
Foward Cabin
Main Cabin
Cockpit
Bow platform with automatic anchor raising system, footswitch, anchor and chain.
Mooring cleats forward and aft.
Stainless steel bow rail.
Deck fuel filler.
Heavy duty aluminium rubbing strip.
Non-skid deck.
Self draining chain locker with access door.
Dual V-berths with fill in cushions for conversion to double bed and stowage under.
Upholstered side trays.
Carpeted throughout.
Full bulkhead with lock up door.
Full flush marine toilet.
Toilet roll holder.
12 volt quartz halogen lighting.
Overhead deck hatch.
Armour plate front windows with acrylic sliding side windows.
12 volt quartz halogen lighting.
132 litre water tank.
Underfloor stowage locker.
Carpeted side stowage pockets.
Galley unit featuring twin burner spirit stove, fire extinguisher, stainless steel sink and electric water system.
L shaped dinette unit with seating for four.
Helmsman seat with stowage locker under.
Comprehensive lower station.
90 litre fibreglass ice box.
Fibreglass non-skid floor with inspection hatch.
Fibreglass engine box.
Engine box cushion.
Upholstered side panels raised for placement of feet under and easy access to hull sides.
Deck side stowage compartments.
Fibreglass swimming platform. Ø12 volt cockpit light.
Rod/Gaff storage racks.
Flush mounted cockpit shower in transom panel.
Flybridge
Acrylic deflection screen.
Stainless steel safety rails.
Stainless steel flybridge ladder with heavy duty steps.
Adult Capacity: 8
Net Weight - 2850 kg
Height Above Waterline - 2.35m (8’2) (Excluding Targa / Bimini Top)
Sleeping - 2 berth plus cockpit
Fuel Capacity - 500 Litre (110 gal.)
Length Overall - 7.92m (26’) plus Swimming and Bow Platforms
Beam - 3.02m (9’11”)
Water Capacity - 132 Litre (29 gal.)
Cockpit Area - 11.2sq. m. (120sq. ft.)
Ice Box Capacity - 100 Litres
Cruise Speed - 20-25 knots
Top Speed - 35-38 knots
Vic Roads - Permit
In Victoria and based on the beam (width) of the vessel as listed above, towing of the complete boat, engine & trailer package - can be undertaken without the need for a towing permit.
Simply, this vessel may be towed with:
1> Oversize sign displayed on transom (back end) of boat 2> Flags or Flashing Lights displayed on each corner (left & right) at the stern of the vessel 3> Due to the vessel beam (under 3.10m) this vessel maybe towed at any time of the day or night. No restrictions apply.
For interstate towing, we suggest you contact the Government Office responsible for Motor Vehicle Registrations in the state in which you are heading, for exact confirmation prior to your planned departure.
We are not aware of any other special conditions required, but they do sometimes change. Consequently, for an understanding of the current Victorian requirements, please contact Vic Roads directly on 13 1171.
Remember
Aways check your vehicle owner's handbook and your tow-bar compliance, to confirm your manufacturers, recommended tow-capacity and load requirements. Failure to do so, may result in a towing accident and/or the cancellation of your vehicle together with your boat insurance policy.