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Description
The all-new Grady-White 231 Coastal Explorer is fully equipped with the outstanding performance of the inshore version of the SeaV²® hull. It offers superb sportscar-like handling, rough water capabilities, and the nimble ability to fish in some of the skinniest water. Built with quality and craftsmanship for true owner satisfaction, the 231 CE is perfect for those looking for an inshore boat in the 23-ft. class.
Standard Features/Equipment
Safety
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- Automatic bilge pump (1500 GPH) (5678 LPH)
- Basic flotation
- Bow grab rails - low profile 316 grade stainless steel
- Composite stringer system & transom - water impervious
- Nonskid fiberglass liner
- Self-bailing cockpit with cockpit drains (2)
- Stainless steel through-hull fittings
- Stern grab rails - low profile 316 grade stainless steel
Cockpit & Deck
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- 100% hand laid SeaV² hull & deck
- Batteries (2) with battery select switch (1)
- Cleats - flush mount (pull up)
- Cockpit lights - blue LED
- Cockpit freshwater shower (recessed)
- Deck hardware - 316 grade stainless steel through-bolted
- Drink holders - stainless steel (8)
- Engine flush system with hose attachment aft
- Factory engine pre-rigging
- Fish box - 277-qt. (262.1 l) forward insulated fish box with overboard drain
- Hydraulic trim tabs with indicator & retractor
- International lighting
- Ladder - aft swim ladder
- Rod holders - cockpit (4)
- Rod storage - forward vertical (4) & aft vertical (3)
- Rubrail - high density PVC with stainless steel insert
- Seating - aft jump seats (2) with innovative swing-open, walk-through backrests
- Seating - Deluxe lean bar with backrest, lockable storage, rod holders (4), knife & plier holder, 25-gallon (95 l) insulated raw water livewell with light, full column distribution inlet & ob drain (800 GPH pump) (3028 LPH)
- Seating - bow cushioned seating w/electromechanically adjustable backrests (2)
- Stereo system with waterproof touch screen display, AM/FM tuner & Wi-Fi & Bluetooth® connectivity; speakers with LED lights - bow (2), cockpit (2)
- Stern eyes - 316 grade stainless steel
- Storage - aft rigging compartments (2)
- Storage - forward anchor locker with rode storage
- Washdown - pressurized raw water with hose
- Water tank - 10-gallon (38 l) fresh water
Console
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- Accessory outlet - 12V (2)
- Compass
- Drink holders - stainless steel (2)
- Fish box - 29-qt. (27 l) insulated storage box under forward console seat
- Flush mount electronics area
- Head - lockable console with portable head, stand up head area, indirect lighting, bulk storage & composite cherry & holly sole
- Seating - molded forward console seat with cushion & backrest
- Steering - hydraulic tilt
- Steering wheel - 316 grade stainless steel with knob
- T-top - fiberglass with painted aluminum frame, storage net, LED spreader lights, rod holders (4), tri-colored (red, blue, white) LED recessed lights (3) & radar flat
- Window - opening window with screen
- Windshield - scratch resistant acrylic integrated with T-top
Optional Features
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- Casting platform insert w/cushion
- Cockpit rod storage - horizontal (4)
- CE certification package (European Conformity)
- Head - portable w/deck pump out
- Hull color - Celestial Blue, Coastal Fog, Ocean Mist, or Sea Glass gelcoat
- Ski arch
- Steering - Helm Master® EX w/Integrated Digital Electric Steering (does not include joystick)
- Table - fiberglass bow table (requires casting platform insert)
- T-top color - underside of fiberglass T-top (requires matching gelcoat hull color option)
- Trolling motor pre-rig - batteries (3) and 20-amp battery charger (trolling motor not included)
- Windshield wiper
Canvas Options
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- Easy up bow shade (ivory mesh)
Industry Reviews
June 26, 2024, onthewater.com - "First Look: Grady-White 231 Coastal Explorer"
May 2024, fishtalkmag.com - "Grady-White 231 CE: Angling Adventures Await"
April 2024, The Fisherman - "Grady-White 231 CE Coastal Explorer"
March 3, 2024, DIVEIN.com - "Grady-White 231 CE Reviewed in 2024"
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SPECIFICATIONS
Boat Specifications
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- Overall Length (Boat Only): 22'7"
- Beam: 8'6"
- Cockpit Depth: 20"
- Bridge Clearance: 7'10"
- Hull Draft: 16"
- Transom Deadrise: 16° (SeaV2® progression)
- Capacity: 10 Persons
- Dry Weight (Boat Only): 3,720 lbs
- Maximum HP: 250hp
- Fuel Capacity: 70 gallons
- Warranty: Five Year Hull Transferable Warranty
Motor Specifications
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- Horsepower: 250hp
- Cylinders: 6 cyl
- Shaft Length: 25" X-Long
- Steering: Remote Mechanical
- Starter: Electric
- Weight: 551 lbs
- Trim/Tilt: Power Trim & Tilt
- Alternator Output: 50 - 70 amp
- Degree of Tilt: 70°
- Degree of Trim: -3° through +16°
- Full Throttle Range: 5000 - 6000 rpm
- Displacement: 4.2L
- Fuel Induction System: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
- Warranty: Yamaha 3-Year Warranty
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The all-new Grady-White 231 Coastal Explorer is fully equipped with the outstanding performance of the inshore version of the SeaV²® hull. It offers superb sportscar-like handling, rough water capabilities, and the nimble ability to fish in some of the skinniest water. Built with quality and craftsmanship for true owner satisfaction, the 231 CE is perfect for those looking for an inshore boat in the 23-ft. class.
Standard Features/Equipment
Safety
-
- Automatic bilge pump (1500 GPH) (5678 LPH)
- Basic flotation
- Bow grab rails - low profile 316 grade stainless steel
- Composite stringer system & transom - water impervious
- Nonskid fiberglass liner
- Self-bailing cockpit with cockpit drains (2)
- Stainless steel through-hull fittings
- Stern grab rails - low profile 316 grade stainless steel
Cockpit & Deck
-
- 100% hand laid SeaV² hull & deck
- Batteries (2) with battery select switch (1)
- Cleats - flush mount (pull up)
- Cockpit lights - blue LED
- Cockpit freshwater shower (recessed)
- Deck hardware - 316 grade stainless steel through-bolted
- Drink holders - stainless steel (8)
- Engine flush system with hose attachment aft
- Factory engine pre-rigging
- Fish box - 277-qt. (262.1 l) forward insulated fish box with overboard drain
- Hydraulic trim tabs with indicator & retractor
- International lighting
- Ladder - aft swim ladder
- Rod holders - cockpit (4)
- Rod storage - forward vertical (4) & aft vertical (3)
- Rubrail - high density PVC with stainless steel insert
- Seating - aft jump seats (2) with innovative swing-open, walk-through backrests
- Seating - Deluxe lean bar with backrest, lockable storage, rod holders (4), knife & plier holder, 25-gallon (95 l) insulated raw water livewell with light, full column distribution inlet & ob drain (800 GPH pump) (3028 LPH)
- Seating - bow cushioned seating w/electromechanically adjustable backrests (2)
- Stereo system with waterproof touch screen display, AM/FM tuner & Wi-Fi & Bluetooth® connectivity; speakers with LED lights - bow (2), cockpit (2)
- Stern eyes - 316 grade stainless steel
- Storage - aft rigging compartments (2)
- Storage - forward anchor locker with rode storage
- Washdown - pressurized raw water with hose
- Water tank - 10-gallon (38 l) fresh water
Console
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- Accessory outlet - 12V (2)
- Compass
- Drink holders - stainless steel (2)
- Fish box - 29-qt. (27 l) insulated storage box under forward console seat
- Flush mount electronics area
- Head - lockable console with portable head, stand up head area, indirect lighting, bulk storage & composite cherry & holly sole
- Seating - molded forward console seat with cushion & backrest
- Steering - hydraulic tilt
- Steering wheel - 316 grade stainless steel with knob
- T-top - fiberglass with painted aluminum frame, storage net, LED spreader lights, rod holders (4), tri-colored (red, blue, white) LED recessed lights (3) & radar flat
- Window - opening window with screen
- Windshield - scratch resistant acrylic integrated with T-top
Optional Features
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- Casting platform insert w/cushion
- Cockpit rod storage - horizontal (4)
- CE certification package (European Conformity)
- Head - portable w/deck pump out
- Hull color - Celestial Blue, Coastal Fog, Ocean Mist, or Sea Glass gelcoat
- Ski arch
- Steering - Helm Master® EX w/Integrated Digital Electric Steering (does not include joystick)
- Table - fiberglass bow table (requires casting platform insert)
- T-top color - underside of fiberglass T-top (requires matching gelcoat hull color option)
- Trolling motor pre-rig - batteries (3) and 20-amp battery charger (trolling motor not included)
- Windshield wiper
Canvas Options
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- Easy up bow shade (ivory mesh)
Industry Reviews
June 26, 2024, onthewater.com - "First Look: Grady-White 231 Coastal Explorer"
May 2024, fishtalkmag.com - "Grady-White 231 CE: Angling Adventures Await"
April 2024, The Fisherman - "Grady-White 231 CE Coastal Explorer"
March 3, 2024, DIVEIN.com - "Grady-White 231 CE Reviewed in 2024"
Boat Specifications
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- Overall Length (Boat Only): 22'7"
- Beam: 8'6"
- Cockpit Depth: 20"
- Bridge Clearance: 7'10"
- Hull Draft: 16"
- Transom Deadrise: 16° (SeaV2® progression)
- Capacity: 10 Persons
- Dry Weight (Boat Only): 3,720 lbs
- Maximum HP: 250hp
- Fuel Capacity: 70 gallons
- Warranty: Five Year Hull Transferable Warranty
Motor Specifications
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- Horsepower: 250hp
- Cylinders: 6 cyl
- Shaft Length: 25" X-Long
- Steering: Remote Mechanical
- Starter: Electric
- Weight: 551 lbs
- Trim/Tilt: Power Trim & Tilt
- Alternator Output: 50 - 70 amp
- Degree of Tilt: 70°
- Degree of Trim: -3° through +16°
- Full Throttle Range: 5000 - 6000 rpm
- Displacement: 4.2L
- Fuel Induction System: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
- Warranty: Yamaha 3-Year Warranty
