Model Authority Guide
Pursuit S 428
Flagship Pursuit center console with quad Yamaha 450 power and a standard Seakeeper.
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- Length
- 43 ft 9 in
- Beam
- 13 ft 0 in
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Quick answer
The Pursuit S 428 is a 43 ft 9 in sport center console with a 13 ft beam and a 22 degree deadrise. Pursuit calls it the most powerful Pursuit ever built, with quad Yamaha 450 XTO outboards totaling 1,800 hp. It comes with a Seakeeper 6 gyro, a 9 kW generator, cabin air conditioning, three fish boxes and an electro hydraulic beach platform. Pursuit measured 60.7 mph at the top and 0 to 30 mph in 8.6 seconds. PYM records 8 sales with a median of $616,250 and 6 live listings.
Quick specs
- LOA
- 43 ft 9 in
- Beam
- 13 ft 0 in
- Fuel
- 518 gal net
- Deadrise
- 22°
- Livewell
- Two 36 gal transom livewells
- Hull type
- Sport center console
- Max power
- 1,800 hp
- Dry weight
- 27,242 lb (quad Yamaha 450 XTO engines)
- Fish boxes
- Three boxes totaling 134 gal: 68 gal refrigerated transom, 42 gal port, 24 gal starboard
- Freshwater
- 70 gal
- Source note
- Pursuit Boats S 428 specifications (pursuitboats.com, effective July 1, 2026) and Pursuit performance report, May 1, 2023. Sleeps not listed.
- Waste/holding
- 22 gal
- Generator fuel
- 24 gal
- Draft (engines up)
- 2 ft 10 in
- Draft (engines down)
- 3 ft 9 in
- Bridge clearance (hardtop)
- 9 ft 2 in
Current inventory
Pursuit S 428 boats for sale now
Current asking range: $599,900 to $824,725
2022 Pursuit S 428 Sport
Jupiter, FL
$789,000
2023 Pursuit S 428 Sport
Algonac, MI
$824,725
2022 Pursuit S 428 Sport
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$599,900
2021 Pursuit S 428 Sport
North Falmouth, MA
$699,900
2022 Pursuit S 428 Sport
Palm Beach, FL
$675,000
2022 Pursuit S 428 Sport
Destin, FL
$625,000
Sold market data
Recent Pursuit S 428 sales
- Sales recorded (12 months)
- 7
- Model years represented
- 3
- Latest recorded month
- 2026-09
- Avg days on market
- 170
| Model year | Sales |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2021 | 1 |
Individual closing prices and dates are never published. Request the private sold report for transaction-level details.
Expert assessment
Broker's take on the Pursuit S 428
The S 428 is a statement boat: huge center console deck space, standard stabilization and the fastest acceleration of any Pursuit tested here. It fishes seriously, with twin livewells and three fish boxes, and entertains with a powered second row of seats and a beach platform.
The cost is fuel and maintenance. Pursuit measured 48.2 gallons per hour at a 32 mph cruise, and four outboards double the service of a twin engine boat. PYM data shows the widest ask to sold gap of the Pursuit models here, so pricing discipline matters.
Who this boat fits
- Owners who want a flagship center console
- Serious offshore anglers who also entertain
- Buyers who value stabilization
- Those moving up from a 35 to 40 foot center console
Strengths
- Most powerful Pursuit ever built, per Pursuit
- Standard Seakeeper 6, generator and cabin AC
- Huge fishing capacity with two livewells and three fish boxes
- Electro hydraulic beach platform and powered second row seating
- Award winning design
Tradeoffs
- Four outboards: high fuel burn and maintenance
- Cabin is for day use and occasional nights, not cruising
- Large boat for a center console: needs a big slip or lift
- Wider ask to sold gap in PYM data (median about 89%)
Overview
What the S 428 is
The S 428 is the flagship of Pursuit's Sport center console series, above the S 328 and S 358. It won the Innovation Award in the center console and walkaround category at the 2022 Miami International Boat Show.
Size and capacity
Pursuit lists 43 ft 9 in overall, a 13 ft beam and an approximate dry weight of 27,242 lb with quad 450 XTOs. Net fuel is 518 gallons, with a 24 gallon generator tank, 70 gallons of fresh water and a 22 gallon holding tank. Draft is 2 ft 10 in engines up and 3 ft 9 in engines down, and bridge clearance with the hardtop is 9 ft 2 in.
Power
Maximum power is 1,800 hp from quad Yamaha 450 XTO outboards. Earlier boats on PYM often carry quad Yamaha 425 XTOs.
Features & layout
Helm and deck
- Custom triple captain's seats with flip up bolsters
- Dual Garmin GPSMAP 9022 displays and JL Audio sound
- 5.4 hp bow thruster with joystick control
- Port inward opening hull side door and a starboard electro hydraulic beach platform
- Seakeeper 6 gyro stabilizer
Seating and entertaining
- Forward bow seating with electrically actuated backrests
- Second row of powered forward facing bridge seats with an aft facing mezzanine seat
- Cockpit entertainment center with Corian accents, sink, electric grill and refrigerator freezer
- Folding transom seat
Fishing
- Two 36 gallon lighted recirculating transom livewells
- Three fish boxes totaling 134 gallons, including a 68 gallon refrigerated transom box
- Abundant rod holders and tackle storage
Cabin
- Forward berth, 32 inch LED TV and microwave
- Vista view console side windows and hull side windows
- 8,000 BTU cabin air conditioning
- Private head compartment with shower
Systems
- 9 kW Fischer Panda diesel generator
Popular options
- Refrigerated starboard fish box
- Garmin radar, FLIR night vision, AIS and rear camera
- Retractable and bow Mediterranean sunshades
Construction and warranty
Pursuit lists a laminated hull with vinyl ester resin and engineered fabrics, with 5 year hull and deck structural and 5 year blister warranties.
Propulsion & performance
| Engine config | Cruise | Fuel burn | Top speed | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4× Yamaha XTO 450 (1800 hp total) | 32 mph @ 3500 rpm · 0.66 mpg | 48.2 gph | 60.7 mph | Pursuit Boats performance report for the S 428, dated May 1, 2023. Range is statute miles at 90% of fuel capacity (315 miles at 3500 rpm). 0 to 30 mph in 8.6 seconds. |
Production history
PYM sales cover model years 2021 through 2024 and live listings run from 2021 to 2023. The S 428 won the 2022 Miami International Boat Show Innovation Award. Specifications here come from Pursuit's current page and a May 2023 performance report with quad 450 XTOs; earlier boats may carry quad 425 XTOs.
Model-year guidance
- 2021 to 2022: PYM recorded sales at $475,000 and $600,000.
- 2023: the deepest sold year, five sales at a median of $632,500.
- 2024: one recorded sale at $855,000.
Check engine model (425 or 450 XTO), hours and Seakeeper service history.
Market
Public market guidance
Live inventory on PYM (October 26, 2026): 6 Pursuit S 428 listings, model years 2021 to 2023, asking $599,900 to $824,725 with a median ask of $687,450.
Recorded sales: 8 Pursuit S 428 sales between October 9, 2025 and September 11, 2026, model years 2021 to 2024, closing between $450,000 and $855,000 with a median of $616,250.
Asking versus sold: across 8 sales with both figures recorded, the median sale closed at about 89% of its last asking price.
Median sold price by model year (PYM sales data):
- 2021 model year: 1 sale, median $475,000
- 2022 model year: 1 sale, median $600,000
- 2023 model year: 5 sales, median $632,500
- 2024 model year: 1 sale, median $855,000
Prices reflect PYM listing and sales records only. Equipment, engine hours, location and condition move individual boats well above or below these ranges. See current Pursuit inventory and the latest market reports.
Current listings:
Value factors
- Model year and engine model (425 vs 450 XTO)
- Engine and Seakeeper hours
- Electronics, FLIR and radar
- Hull side platform function
- Upholstery, canvas and sunshades
Ownership
Ownership costs & practices
Expect service for four outboards, the generator, Seakeeper, air conditioning and refrigeration. Pursuit measured 48.2 gallons per hour at a 32 mph cruise and 154.5 at wide open throttle. Seakeeper service intervals and engine hours are key records to keep.
Buying a used Pursuit S 428? Protect the engines and onboard systems after factory coverage ends.
Get a used boat warranty quoteAreas buyers should inspect carefully
- Seakeeper service history and hours
- Beach platform hydraulics and seals
- Refrigerated fish box and freezer function
- Full engine survey on every outboard, including compression, lower units and hours
- Hull, deck and transom by a qualified marine surveyor, including moisture readings
- Electronics, joystick and steering function
- Generator hours and service history, if fitted
- Air conditioning, refrigeration, head and freshwater systems
- Hardtop, windshield, canvas and hatch seals
- Sea trial at cruise and top speed, compared with Pursuit's published numbers
Buying practices
- Compare several boats of similar year and engine package before making an offer
- Use PYM recorded sales, not asking prices alone, to set a fair offer
- Make any offer subject to survey and sea trial
- Check the remaining manufacturer and engine warranty and whether it transfers
- Review service records for engines and onboard systems
Alternatives to consider
- Pursuit S 358: smaller Sport center console with twin 450s
- Pursuit OS 405: similar length offshore cabin model
- Pursuit OS 445: Pursuit's largest boat
Browse every Pursuit on the Pursuit brand page or explore more model guides.
Pursuit S 358
Why compared: Next size down in the Pursuit Sport center console line
Pursuit advantages: 43 ft 9 in length, 13 ft beam, quad 450 power, standard Seakeeper 6 and generator, three fish boxes
Alt advantages: Far lower purchase and running costs with twin 450s
Best-fit buyer: The S 428 suits owners who want the flagship experience; the S 358 suits those who want a simpler, more efficient boat
Pursuit OS 405
Why compared: Similar length Pursuit with an offshore cabin
Pursuit advantages: Center console walkaround access, quad engine speed (60.7 mph) and an electro hydraulic beach platform
Alt advantages: Larger cabin with island berth, galley and aft stateroom; better fuel economy with triple 450s
Best-fit buyer: Day anglers and entertainers choose the S 428; overnighters choose the OS 405
Pursuit OS 445
Why compared: Pursuit flagship alternative
Pursuit advantages: Lower price, faster and a more open center console layout
Alt advantages: Dual staterooms, enclosed bridge deck and galley for cruising
Best-fit buyer: Day boaters lean S 428; cruisers lean OS 445
Pursuit
Other Pursuit models
Choosing inside the range? These are the Pursuit models buyers weigh against the S 428.
Pursuit DC 326
Family dual console with real fishing ability and a fully integrated hardtop.
No Florida inventory · Read the guide
Pursuit DC 365
Flagship Pursuit dual console with triple power, a standard generator and room to overnight.
No Florida inventory · Read the guide
Pursuit OS 325
Offshore express with a real cabin, redesigned from the hull up for twin Yamaha power.
No Florida inventory · Read the guide
Pursuit OS 355
Offshore center console with a real overnight cabin, built for long fishing days.
No Florida inventory · Read the guide
FAQ
Common questions
How big is the Pursuit S 428?
The manufacturer lists the Pursuit S 428 at 43 ft 9 in overall with a 13 ft 0 in beam, a 22 degree deadrise and an approximate dry weight of 27,242 lb with quad Yamaha 450 XTO engines.
How fast is the Pursuit S 428?
In Pursuit testing with quad Yamaha 450 XTOs at a 32,107 lb test weight, the Pursuit S 428 reached 60.7 mph at 6000 rpm and went from 0 to 30 mph in 8.6 seconds.
What is a good cruising speed and fuel burn?
Pursuit measured 32.0 mph at 3500 rpm burning 48.2 gallons per hour, about 0.66 mpg, with quad Yamaha 450 XTOs.
What is the range of the Pursuit S 428?
Pursuit lists about 315 statute miles at 3500 rpm, based on 90% of fuel capacity. Real range depends on load, weather and sea state.
How much fuel does the Pursuit S 428 hold?
Net fuel capacity is 518 gallons, and Pursuit notes usable fuel is about 10% less. A separate 24 gallon tank feeds the diesel generator.
What is the bridge clearance of the Pursuit S 428?
Pursuit lists bridge clearance with the hardtop at 9 ft 2 in, with draft of 2 ft 10 in engines up and 3 ft 9 in engines down. Options such as antennas can add height.
What does a used Pursuit S 428 cost?
On October 26, 2026, PYM had 6 live Pursuit S 428 listings asking $599,900 to $824,725. 8 recorded sales closed between $450,000 and $855,000, with a median of $616,250.
How close to asking do Pursuit S 428 boats sell?
Across 8 PYM sales with both figures recorded, the median Pursuit S 428 sold at about 89% of its last asking price. Condition, hours and equipment drive the spread.
Is the S 428 the fastest Pursuit?
Pursuit calls the S 428 the most powerful Pursuit ever built. In its testing it reached 60.7 mph, the highest top speed among the Pursuit reports used for these guides.
Does the S 428 have a Seakeeper?
Yes. Pursuit lists a Seakeeper 6 gyro stabilizer as standard.
Does the S 428 have a generator and air conditioning?
Yes. A 9 kW Fischer Panda diesel generator and 8,000 BTU cabin air conditioning are standard.
What awards has the S 428 won?
Pursuit says the S 428 won the Innovation Award in the center console and walkaround category at the 2022 Miami International Boat Show.
Sourced specifications
- Length overall
- 43' 9"2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- Beam
- 13'2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- draft up in
- 2' 10"2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- draft down in
- 3' 9"2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- Air draft (hardtop)
- 9' 2"2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- Approx. dry weight (manufacturer)
- 27,242 lbs2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- Fuel capacity
- 518 gal2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- generator fuel gal
- 24 gal2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- Fresh water capacity
- 70 gal2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- waste gal
- 22 gal2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- livewell gal
- 72 gal2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- fish box gal
- 134 gal2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- max hp
- 1800 hp2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- deadrise deg
- 22 deg2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
- weight as tested lbs
- 32,107 lbs2026 model yearSource, as of 2026-10-26
Loaded-weight planning estimate: ~32,711 lbs
Our estimate, not a manufacturer figure. Use it to sanity-check lift and trailer capacity, then confirm against the actual boat.
- Base figure: Approx. dry weight (manufacturer)
- Fuel full at 7.5 lbs per gallon (518 gal)
- Fresh water full at 8.34 lbs per gallon (70 gal)
- Gear, canvas, electronics and crew allowance: 1,000 lbs
Sources: manufacturer specification page, manufacturer specification page
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