2025 Caymas 28 HB (Hybrid Bay)
Owner with large vessel portfolio presents this like new 2025 with 29 engine hours!
2025 model-year Caymas 28 HB hybrid bay boat built by Caymas Boats LLC. Founded in 2018 by industry veteran Earl Bentz, focusing on high-quality fiberglass fishing boats with strong performance hulls.
Key Specifications
Length overall: 27' 7"
Beam: 9' 4"
Approx. dry weight (without engine): 4,300 lbs; 5,000 lbs w/ engine
Fuel capacity: 120 gallons
Livewells: 35 gallons each (typically dual pressurized/aerated at transom)
Forward fish box: 45 gallons
Freshwater capacity: 8 gallons (often optional)
Draft (engines up): 16"
Freeboard: ~24"
Deadrise at transom: 18.5°
Height (waterline to top of hardtop): ~8' 1"
Hull design: Patented Michael Peters Stepped-Vee Ventilated Tunnel (SVVT / double-stepped V with ventilated tunnel). This delivers a dry, efficient, soft ride with good speed and shallow-water capability—ideal as a true hybrid for inshore bay work and nearshore/offshore runs. Construction highlights: 100% composite (no wood), hand-laid fiberglass, high-performance resin and barrier coat, tri-core composite transom, zero-flex fully foamed stringer grid with integrated chase tubes, limited lifetime hull warranty, and 3-year limited component warranty. Premium gelcoat (standard Pure White with UV inhibitors).
Engine
Powered by a Mercury Verado 400XL V10 (model 14000113A, serial 3B534077)
400 HP / 294 kW naturally aspirated 5.7L V10 FourStroke
25" extra-long shaft
Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS), SmartCraft compatible, high-output 150-amp alternator
Assembled in the USA
3 years of Mercury Limited Warranty (11/12/2027)
2 years of Mercury Gold Product Protection (11/12/2029)
Upgrade available: Gold to Platinum Protection (11/12/2032) available for purchase through sale
This is a premium modern powerplant known for strong torque, smoothness, quiet operation, and efficiency on 87-octane fuel
Pro-level fishing focus combined with family comfort:
Huge nonskid casting decks (bow and stern)
Massive built-in tackle/gear storage
Dual 35-gal aerated livewells/baitwells with high-speed pickups and LED lights
Hardtop with integrated LED navigation/anchor lights
Cushioned seating (bow and stern), leaning post options with tackle storage
High freeboard and deep gunnels for safety
Raw-water washdown, automatic bilge pumps, Minn Kota Instinct
JL Audio Stereo system, backlit console, USB ports
Swim platforms (often dual with ladder), pull-up cleats, rod holders, rub rail with stainless insert
Bob’s Machine hydraulic jack plate, Power-Poles, advanced Garmin electronics, JL Audio upgrades, SeaDek, trim tabs, extra rod holders, battery systems/chargers, freshwater system, etc.
The boat balances serious fishability (storage, livewells, casting space, range) with comfortable day-boating features.
No trailer, local transport available.
Vessel is located at Port 32 Marina, 200 Madonna Blvd, Tierra Verde, FL 33715 and shown by appointment only. Marina will give first right of refusal to buyer for continued storage in facility that is currently full.
