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This 2005 Contender 36 Open is a garage kept boat powered with triple 2015 300 Mercury's with only 650 hours, great condition aluminum T-top, this boat is equipped with updated Electronics including Simrad 16" Evo3, Simrad Go9, Simrad 4G Radar, auto pilot, Underwater lights, stereo with new amp and speakers. Recently redone livewell lids with Contender logos on them, custom tackle station added. Forward coffin box for ice/ fishbox, custom isinglass made for T-top in case of foul weather. This boat is very clean and ready for your next trip offshore or to the Bahamas. Triple axel trailer also included (New wheels & 14ply tires just added 02/2025)  

2005 Contender 36 Open Specs:

The 2005 Contender 36 Open is a large, offshore center console fishing boat known for its deep-vee hull, large deck, and speed. Its precise specifications, especially regarding engines, can vary because it is a semi-custom boat and owners often repower them. 

Dimensions and weight

• Length Overall (LOA): 36 ft. 2 in. 

• Beam: 10 ft. 2 in. 

• Draft: 1 ft. 10 in. to 2 ft.

• Dry Weight: 5,600 lbs

• Deadrise: 24.5 degrees 

Capacities

• Fuel Capacity: 410 gallons standard

• Fresh Water Capacity:  26 gallon freshwater tank is included.

• Livewells: Two 50-gallon livewells in the transom, plus an additional in-deck livewell.

• Fishboxes: Two 76-gallon insulated fishboxes under the cockpit sole. 

Performance and power

• Maximum Horsepower: Up to 900 hp, accommodating triple outboards.

• Engine Options: Common configurations include triple Yamaha or Mercury 300 hp engines or other triple outboard setups.

• Cruising Speed: Around 35–40 knots (40–46 mph) 

• Top Speed: Capable of exceeding 50 knots with triple F300s. 

Construction and layout

• Hull: Hand-laid fiberglass deep-vee hull with a foam-cored stringer system.

• Cockpit: Features a large, open cockpit and deck area for fishing.

• Console: The center console provides a head compartment below.

• Standard Features:

• Recessed hydraulic trim tabs.

• Recessed bow rail.

• Transom gate.

• Ample rod holders, including vertical and below-deck storage. 

Aspire Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by YACHTS360. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel