The 2440 has consistently been one of the most popular models Blazer Bay has ever produced, and for good reason. It is well designed for families interested in spending long days on the water making memories while also providing the tools used by professional anglers. By balancing the needs of the family with the desire for that competitive edge, the 2440 has managed to remain one of the best center console bay boats on the market, especially among near shore hybrids.
Understandably, there are a lot of questions people ask about this particular model including its specifications, top features, and hybrid capabilities. Here, we have answered those questions complete with visual references and links to appropriate sources.
What are the Specifications of the 2440?
The Blazer Bay 2440 is a midsized near shore hybrid bay boat. Its center console design is typical among other boats of its size and capabilities. Here, we have listed the main specifications for this model:
- Overall Length: 23 feet 9 inches
- LOA with Trailer and Motor: 31 feet 4 inches
- Beam: 8 feet 3 inches
- Draft Fully Loaded: 13 inches
- Maximum Capacity: 1,400 pounds
- Persons Capacity: 8
- Maximum HP: 350 horsepower
- Fuel Capacity: 76 gallons
- Transom Height: 25 inches
- Deadrise at Transom: 17 degrees
For more details about these specifications, visit the 2440 boat page for a full overview of the specifications and options as well as a labeled photo gallery.
What Makes the 2440 Such a Popular Model?
There are several core features that make the 2440 an incredibly popular boat model among center console sear shore hybrids. The main highlight of the 2440 is its plentiful amenities focused on providing a smooth, comfortable ride for all-day fun fishing with the family.
Firstly, there is plenty of seating with front forward-facing bow seating, a pair of double bolster seats at the console controls, and an additional fold-up bench along the back deck. Then, there is also plenty of storage space with two insulated fish boxes, several compartments underneath the front lounge seating, and two livewells built into the back deck.
Lastly, the center console features two designs, each of which includes different comfort amenities. The first is a hard T-top with a full windshield for easy driving in windy conditions and at high speeds. The second option is our Aft Tower which includes a raised second station for easy control from a vantage point.
For a full breakdown of these amenities alongside labeled images, check out this article breaking down the top five features of the 2440.
What is Included in the 2440 Pro Package?
Like all of our Blazer Bay boats, the 2440 has a Pro Package combining several of the most popular upgrades into one simple package price. While the base model of the 2440 comes with the bare necessities, the 2440 Pro Package includes the following items:
- T-Top
- 9-inch Simrad Evo 3 depth finder
- 3-in-1 transducer
- Hydraulic jackplate
- Powder coat package
- Power assist steering
- Stainless steel propeller
- Hull color of your choice
All of these upgrades are combined into one simple package price for easy comparison against other models. While the starting price for the 2440 comes out to be $75,228, the Pro Package adds all of these additional features for a total cost of $91,545. To compare this with other Pro Packages, check out this article breaking down every single package for every Blazer Bay model.
What are the Hybrid Capabilities of the 2440?
The Blazer Bay 2440 is more than just a center console bay boat. With its near-shore fishing hybrid design, this model is able to handle depths and shallows. The 2440 is able to navigate incredibly shallow water with ease thanks to its draft fully loaded of 13 inches. Conversely, it is also able to navigate depths thanks to its hull shape that is able to cut through waves like a shark fin.
Near-shore fishing hybrid boats are able to handle a wide range of catches from traditional casting to slow trolling. Whether you’re using a rod and reel or a net, this vessel is able to handle pretty much anything you could want to catch in waters between 12 and 40 feet deep including redfish, snapper, and trout.
To see what the 2440 is really capable of, visit our Find a Dealer page which will help you find the closest Blazer Bay dealership to your location. You can also customize your own model by visiting the 2440 Build a Boat.