2023 Cutwater C-288

True to the Do-It-All nature of Cutwater Boats, the C-288 Coupe is loaded with premium features as standard equipment, providing unsurpassed versatility The contemporary Downeast design is set to turn heads wherever she’ll roam, and avid cruisers appreciate the abundant power produced by the twin counter-rotating Yamaha F250 outboards

The C-288’s advanced hull design delivers the perfect blend of performance, comfort and efficiency thanks to the double-stepped deep-V hull, Laminar Flow Interrupters and a stout 10’ beam The generous beam maximizes cabin area and on-water stability while remaining trailerable

Boarding is made safe and easy with our Clear-Path swim platform which fully wraps around the outboard engines In the cockpit, you’ll find ample storage, rod holders, beverage holders, livewell, electric grill and more The cockpit transforms into a social space providing seating for six with the convertible sunset seat, fold down gunwale seats and an opening glass bulkhead lounge The overhead solar panel and sport racks allow for extended cruising and storage for SUPs, kayaks, bikes and more

Step inside the salon and you’ll find your home on the water, with a full galley featuring a stovetop, stainless-steel sink with pull-out rinse faucet, fridge/freezer combo, microwave convection oven, cabinetry, and a wine/water cooler The helm is a Captain’s dream with a Garmin 8612xsv chartplotter, Garmin Autopilot, sonar, xHD radar, color engine displays and a twin-lever electronic throttle control

You’ll remain comfortable in any weather with the climate-controlled interior featuring sliding overhead hatches and opening portlights Separate accommodations for six include a master stateroom forward, spacious mid-berth and a private head with shower The C-288 C is the complete package for extended cruising, fishing, remote work, and more

GARMIN 8612XSV CHARTPLOTTER & XHD RADAR

Navigation is fun and accurate with Garmin 8612xsv touchscreen chartplotter, equipped with GPS, sonar, and xHD radar. Easily monitor fuel flow, engine data, bottom conditions, GPS location, tides and much more.

FULL GALLEY

The C-288 C comes well equipped with a full galley for extended cruising. A propane stove top and convec- tion microwave oven allows convenient cooking. The versatile galley is rounded out with a large galley sink, and refrigerator/freezer combo.

MULTI-USE SEATING

The aft bulkhead window opens, and dinette seat transforms to create a rear facing seat. Our convert- ible transom and gunwale seats comprise the social cockpit layout capable of hosting up to 5 adults.

ADVANCED CUTWATER HULL

The C-288 C hull features an innovative combination of a steep, deep-V hull for a smooth ride, a keel pad for planing stability, and reversed chines for quick planing and reduced cornering roll. The double-stepped hull increases efficiency and performance and reduces fuel consumption while the laminar flow interrupters provide smooth, positive cornering performance.

LUXURIOUS FORWARD STATEROOM

The forward stateroom is your resort destination, where, right outside your door, the scenery is always changing. You’ll feel fully at home with a flatscreen TV, Bluetooth Fusion stereo, opening hatches, closet, cabinetry, and RGB LED accent lighting.

TRAILERABLE 10FT BEAM

The 10’ beam of the C-288 C allows for a spacious, functional interior while maintaining the ability to trailer your boat to remote and inland destinations. Trailering also provides more options for storing your boat when not in use.

PERFORMANCE 
Twin 250 HP Yamaha F250 outboards Double stepped hull

Electric trim tabs
Laminar flow interrupters 

Bow thruster
Thruster wireless remote Trailerable - 10’ beam 

ACCOMMODATIONS & INTERIOR COMFORT 

Air conditioning 

Cabin drink holders, 3 

Curtains for privacy 

Dinette (seats 4) converts to bed 

Fully enclosed head 

Fusion stereo system (multi-zone) 

Hatches, pilothouse roof, solar reflective, 2 

Hatches, stateroom, 2 

Heater (AC reverse cycle) 

Indirect cabin lighting 

LED lighting 

Electric marine toilet
w/ holding tank, pump out 

Midship stateroom Opening portlights, 4 Private forward stateroom Shower with enclosure Storage under mattress TV in stateroom 

 

DECK FEATURES 

Anchor package, 22 lb, 50’ chain, 200’ line 

Bow beaching ladder, stainless steel, concealed 

Clear Path engine rigging
Clear path swim step
EVA foam traction decking
Folding stainless steel mast for trailering 

Forward line storage 

Rod holders, 4
Sport racks, stainless steel Swimming ladder, stainless steel Swim step, with built-in fenders Washdown system
Windlass, bow and helm controls 

 

COCKPIT 

Cockpit cover, hard-top w/ lights 

Cockpit drink holder Cockpit seating, 5+ Downrigger plugs and pads Electric grill 

Livewell 

Opening glass bulkhead w/ reversible seat 

Reversible sunset seat
Transom entry door for boarding 

 

HELM 

Color engine display 

Digital fuel flow data 

Electronic shift and throttle control, twin lever 

Garmin autopilot 

Garmin 8612xsv navigation system w/ GPS and sonar 

Garmin radar, xHD 

Helm drink holder Helm seat, bolstered USB charging ports Windshield wipers, 2 

 

GALLEY 

Cutting board
Galley cabinets, 1
Galley drawers, 3
Microwave
Oven, convection/microwave Refrigerator/freezer 

Sink with hot and cold water, with pull-out rinse faucet 

Stove top, propane Wine/ water cooler 

 

MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL 

AC electrical panel 

Lithium-ion batteries (LiFePO4) 

Battery charger 

DC electrical panel 

Galvanic isolator 

Inverter 

Macerator discharge 

30A SmartPlug inlet and 50’ shore power cord 

Solar panel, 175w with controller Underwater lights 

 

SAFETY 

Carbon monoxide detectors 

Courtesy lights 

Electric horn 

Illuminated compass 

Navigation lights 

Safety kit: fenders, lines, flares, fire ext, first aid kit, life jackets, boat hook 

Swim platform rails VHF radio, DSC capable Window defrosters

 

CONSTRUCTION 

Bonded electrical system 

Foam-filled fiberglass stringer grid system 

Seawater strainer(s)
Self bailing cockpit
Stainless steel cleats, rails, hardware Vinylester barrier coat 

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.