2006 SAFE Boats Defender

For Sale: 2006 Safeboat Defender 25RB-S Repowered with Cox Marine Diesel Outboard

This 2006 Safeboat Defender 25RB-S has been repowered with a state-of-the-art 300 HP Cox Marine CXO diesel outboard, providing superior performance and fuel efficiency. Originally outfitted with twin 225 HP Honda gasoline outboards, this repowered model, with its single Cox Marine diesel outboard upgrade offers improved fuel economy, enhanced reliability, and increased torque. The engine is still covered under warranty until July 22nd, 2027. The engine is paired with a Power Tech 4-blade propeller (16" diameter, 19" pitch) to maximize performance. The Safeboat Defender is known for its rugged durability, stability, and high-performance capabilities, making it a trusted choice for both commercial operators and recreational boaters.

This boat also includes the Optimus Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system! No oil at the helm, boat steers like a sports car! This boat is built by Safe Boats and is a former United States Coast Guard Boat. All of the standard equipment offered by the factory on this model remains including Premium Shock Mitigating Crew Seats, Tow Post, Searchlight, and factory-supplied EZLOA triple axle trailer w/ with Bow Ladder.

Optimus Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
Lenco Electric Trim Tab System
Garman GPSMAP 942xs
Standard Horizon – Eclipse Vhf Radio

Length Overall (LOA) (Feet): 25′

Length Overall (Meters): 7.6

Top Speed (Knots): 35.5

Fuel Cap (gal): 100

Beam Overall (BOA) (Feet): 8′-6″

Beam Overall (Meters:) 2.6

Deadrise at Transom (Degrees): 25

Draft (Engine Trimmed Up) (Inches): 20″

Max HP: 500

Seated Positions: 8

Dry Weight: vessel, no engines, no fuel, no options, no liquids, no people, no cargo, (approximate) (lbs): 5,196

Light Load: dry weight, weight of heaviest engines (lbs): 6,500

Operational Load (lbs): 9,710

Cargo/Personnel Capacity-Net-Gross: minus weight of heaviest engines, weight of fuel, and options (lbs): 2,600

Height on trailer – Road Transport (Feet): 9′

Length on trailer – Road Transport (Feet): 33′

Weight on Trailer (lbs): 9,210

Boat and Trailer sold together.