247 EXPLORER

Length 24' 2"

Fuel Capacity 141 Gal

Max HP 400

NAP $122,893

MSRP $170,394

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247 EXPLORER

The Parker 247 Explorer is a versatile and robust composite Sport Cabin boat built for anglers and recreational boaters who demand performance, durability, and comfort. Its sturdy construction and redesigned pilothouse provide protection and confidence in a variety of conditions, while ample storage, in-floor fishboxes, and a well-thought-out layout make it practical for both fishing and leisure activities. This model now comes standard with Seakeeper Ride, dramatically improving stability and completely transforming how the boat handles and performs in all conditions. The 247 Explorer excels in both adventure and leisure, offering capabilities for offshore fishing, cruising, diving, or enjoying a day at the sandbar with family and friends. Its combination of rugged dependability and comfortable amenities makes it a true all-purpose boat. Known for its stability and seaworthiness, the Parker 247 Explorer delivers a premium on-water experience while reflecting Parker’s legacy of quality craftsmanship and innovation.

Length: 24' 2"

LOA (w/ bracket): 26' 3"

LOA (w/ motor): 29' 2"

Passenger Rating: 10

Beam: 8' 6"

Hull Draft: 19"

Deadrise: 20º

Dry Weight: 5055 lbs

Max HP: 400

Fuel Cap: 141 Gal

Parker Boats 247 Explorer Performance 01

Standard

Features

Limited Lifetime Hull Warranty - Transferrable to 2nd owner* (See warranty details)
Fiberglass Liner Construction w/ Coosa Transom & Gunwales
Flotation Foam
Self-Bailing Cockpit
Heavy Duty Rub Rail w/ Stainless Steel Insert
Gemlux premium cup holders (4)

Stainless Steel Bow Rail (1 ¼" diameter)
Stainless Steel Handrails on Top & Sides of Pilothouse
Stainless Steel Flush Mount Cleats (2 Bow, 2 Midship & 2 Stern)
Swim Platform w/ Ladder
Seakeeper 450 Ride System

Twin Berth: 40" Headroom, storage & cushions, overhead ventilation hatch with screen, porta-potty
Pilothouse (57"L X 84"W): Windshields (starboard hinged), sliding side windows with screens, ladder back seating with footrests, interior storage & grabrails, non-skid pilothouse floor, LED cabin lighting
STANDARD CABIN CONFIRGURATION: Port: Step Down w/ forward facing seat and inward facing rear companion seat, Starboard: Single Captain Chair
Windshield Wipers (Port & Starboard)
Windlass with 300' of Anchor Rode
Hydraulic Steering w/ Stainless Steel Wheel
Wetsounds Stereo with Speakers (4)
LED Spreader Light
Blue LED Underwater Lights (2) - 6 LED Light
LED Cockpit Lighting

Garmin GPS Map 943 XS & GT12M-TH Transducer w/ VHF 115 & Antenna

Standard White Parker Upholstery
Cockpit Coaming Bolsters (Port & Starboard)

Full Transom w/ Bracket (Swim Platform & Ladder), Transom Fish box, 35 Gallon Livewell and Transom Door
Gunwale Mounted Stainless Steel Rod Holders (4)
Rocket Launcher, Aluminum, 6 Rods
Aft In Floor Fish Boxes (2) w/ Macerator
Transom 15 Degree Rod Holders (5)

Raw Water Wash Down
Fresh Water Washdown (14.5 Gal)

Available

Options

Hull Color: Marsh Mist, Tide's Edge Blue, Ocracoke Dusk, Shackleford Tan, Horizon Blue, Mocha Mousse, Gun Metal Grey, Brackish Mahagony, Fathom Blue, Blackwater Cypress
Two Tone Hull (Bootstripe included)
Bootstripe (Dark Gray, Navy, White, Black)
Premium Cabin Color (Must get Evercor or Dek-it upgrade) (Shackleford Tan, Mocha Moose, Gun Metal Gray)
West Coast Bow Rail
White Rub Rail w/ Stainless Steel Insert
Port Ventilating Windshield

2nd Station Bulkhead Mount for F300USB
2nd Station Bulkhead Mount for F350USA2
2nd Station Bulkhead Mound for Twin F150XSA2/F200XSA2
LED Spreader Lights (1 additional)
Black Oak Low Pro light bar

Black Oak LED 30” curved light bar
Sionyx Nightwave Nightvision Camera
Upgraded LED Underwater Lights (2) - Lumitec Quattro Blue/White
Battery Charger, 2 Bank

Garmin GPS Map 8610 XSV & GT12M-TH w/ VHF 115 & Antenna
Garmin GPS Map 8612 XSV & GT12M-TH w/ VHF 115 & Antenna
Garmin GPS Map 8616 XSV & GT12M-TH w/ VHF 115 & Antenna
Garmin Sirius XM Weather GXM54
Garmin 18 xHD Radar
Garmin 24 xHD Radar

Upholstery Package with premium Parker Stitching: Chill Brown, Chill Navy, White Premium
Seaspension Pedestal w/ Footrest
Deluxe Helm Chair Upgrade (STBD) *matches selected upholstery
Deluxe Helm Chair Upgrade (PORT) (Not available with bench) *matches selected upholstery
Seaspension Pedestal w/ Footrest
Seaspension Pedestal w/ Footrest (Companion)
Port Inboard Facing Lounge Seat (not available with Companion Seaspension) *matches selected upholstery
Folding Cockpit Lounge Seat *matches selected upholstery

Rocket Launcher with 6 rods holders: White Powdercoat, Black Powdercoat
Upgraded rocket launcher with 9 rod holders: Anodized, White Powdercoat, Black Powder Coat
Adventure Rack with 4 rod rocket launchers: Anodized, White Powdercoat, Black Powdercoat
Gemlux Deluxe Outriggers