Short answer: The Sea Hunt Ultra is the boat to look at first if you want one center console that fishes hard in the morning and hauls the family to the sandbar in the afternoon. It’s Sea Hunt’s most expansive lineup — fourteen models from the 21-foot Ultra 219 to the 30-foot, twin-engine Ultra 305 — with 2026 starting prices running from roughly $62,000 to about $259,000 before freight, rigging, and current factory rebates. If your weekends mix fishing, cruising, and time with the kids, the Ultra is almost always the right starting point.
That’s the whole pitch in a paragraph. Below, we’ll walk through who each Ultra is built for, how the lineup is priced, what the “SE” and “CB” labels actually mean, and how the Ultra stacks up against the Gamefish if you’re trying to decide between a do-everything family boat and a dedicated offshore rig.
Why the Ultra Is the Default Sea Hunt for Most Florida Families
Sea Hunt has been the best-selling saltwater center console brand in America for more than two decades, and the Ultra is the model family that earns most of that trust. It’s the all-rounder. You can run the Indian River or Mosquito Lagoon for redfish and trout, idle out of New Smyrna for a nearshore kingfish, then spend Sunday anchored on a sandbar with the cooler open and the kids swimming off the swim platform.
That versatility is the point. A lot of first-time buyers walk in believing they have to choose between “a fishing boat” and “a family boat.” For most Florida boaters, that’s a false choice — and the Ultra is the proof. Fishing capability comes from livewells, rod storage, a fishable cockpit, and Sea Hunt’s True Carolina bow flare that keeps spray off the deck on a choppy run home. Family comfort comes from big bow seating, a clean head compartment in the console, freshwater systems, and shade from a fiberglass T-top.
It’s worth being honest about the trade-off, because that honesty is how you choose well. The Ultra is a true crossover, which means it isn’t the single most extreme tool in either direction. If you fish bluewater offshore nearly every trip, the Gamefish is the sharper instrument. If you live on the flats in skinny water, the bay-boat BX series drafts shallower. The Ultra’s job is to do almost everything almost everyone actually does — and do it well.
The Sea Hunt Ultra Lineup: Sizes, Power, and Starting Prices
Here’s the 2026 Ultra range at a glance. Prices are Sea Hunt starting MSRP and don’t include freight, prep, rigging, or the additional discounts and factory rebates Ultimate Marine applies — so treat these as a planning baseline, not an out-the-door number.
| Model | Length | Max HP | Fuel (gal) | Layout | Starting MSRP* | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra 219 | 21’4″ | 200 | 60 | Base | ~$62,030 | First boat, smaller crew, trailering |
| Ultra 229 | 22’8″ | 250 | 83 | Base | ~$68,840 | Mid-size all-arounder, value pick |
| Ultra 234 | 23’7″ | 250 | 96 | Base | ~$76,719 | More fuel and deck, single-engine |
| Ultra 245SE | 24’3″ | 300 | 96 | Bow seating | ~$119,251 | Family-first comfort layout |
| Ultra 255SE | 24’11” | 350 | 120 | Bow seating | ~$135,275 | Bigger families, longer days |
| Ultra 265SE | 26’0″ | 400 | 144 | Bow seating | ~$148,250 | Nearshore range, more seating |
| Ultra 275SE | 27’5″ | 500 (twin) | 179 | Bow seating | ~$179,349 | Twin-engine comfort and reach |
| Ultra 305 | 30’2″ | 700 (twin) | 230 | SE or CB | ~$258,220 | Flagship — big water, big crew |
*2026 Sea Hunt starting MSRP; verify current pricing and rebates with Ultimate Marine before purchase.
What “SE” and “CB” mean. On Sea Hunt’s badging, SE is the bow-seating, entertainment-forward layout — more lounging room up front for the family. CB is the coffin-box fishing layout, trading some of that bow seating for a big insulated fishbox and a more serious angling setup. A plain number (like the 219, 229, or 234) is the base trim. Same hull, different mission — pick the layout that matches how you actually spend the day.
Picking the Right Ultra for Your Crew
If it’s your first boat or a smaller family, start with the Ultra 219 or 229. The 229 in particular is the sweet spot for value — enough boat to handle Tampa Bay and the nearshore Gulf on a calm day, easy to trailer, and the lowest cost of entry into a new Sea Hunt. Ultimate Marine regularly stocks the Ultra 229 in current inventory.
If comfort is the priority, step into the SE layouts (245SE, 255SE, 265SE). The bow seating turns the front of the boat into a lounge, which is what wins over the rest of the family on sandbar days. The 255SE and 265SE add fuel, freeboard, and seating for longer runs and bigger crews.
If you want range and bigger water, the twin-engine 275SE and 305 open up offshore reef trips off Key Largo, longer Gulf runs, and the kind of confidence that comes from a second engine and a deeper, drier hull. The 305 is the flagship — a legitimate offshore-capable family boat without crossing fully into dedicated-tournament territory.
Not sure which size fits? That’s exactly the conversation our team has every day across our Orlando, Tampa, New Smyrna Beach, and Key Largo showrooms. Tell us how you spend your weekends and we’ll point you to the right one.
Sea Hunt Ultra vs. Gamefish: Which One Do You Actually Need?
This is the most common cross-shop, so here’s the clean version.
- Choose the Ultra if your trips are a mix — inshore fishing, nearshore runs, sandbars, sunset cruises, and family time. It’s the dual-purpose boat, and it covers the widest range of how Florida families really use the water.
- Choose the Gamefish if you’re a serious offshore angler first and everything else second. The Gamefish is laid out for bluewater days chasing mahi, snapper, grouper, and sailfish, with fishing-first ergonomics throughout. It’s the step-up for anglers, not the step-up for families.
Same builder, same reputation, same 10-year structural hull warranty — two different missions. Most buyers who walk in “thinking Gamefish” but describing family weekends end up happier in an Ultra. The reverse is true too. The right answer is the one that matches your real calendar, not your aspirational one.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Sea Hunt Ultra
Is the Sea Hunt Ultra a good family boat?
Yes — it’s arguably the best all-around family boat Sea Hunt makes. The Ultra blends a fishable deck and livewells with big bow seating, shade, and a console head, so it works for fishing, cruising, and sandbar days without forcing you to choose one.
What’s the difference between the Sea Hunt Ultra and the Gamefish?
The Ultra is a do-everything family-and-fishing crossover. The Gamefish is a dedicated offshore fishing platform. If most of your trips mix family time with fishing, the Ultra fits; if you fish bluewater nearly every time out, the Gamefish is the sharper tool.
How much does a Sea Hunt Ultra cost?
2026 starting MSRP runs from roughly $62,000 for the Ultra 219 up to about $259,000 for the twin-engine Ultra 305, before freight, rigging, and rebates. Ultimate Marine applies additional discounts and factory rebates, so call for current out-the-door pricing.
Which Sea Hunt Ultra is best for a first-time buyer?
The Ultra 219 and 229 are the easiest entry points — lower cost, simple to trailer, and plenty of capability for inshore and calm nearshore days. The 229 is a popular value pick for new Florida boaters.
What do SE and CB mean on a Sea Hunt Ultra?
SE is the bow-seating, family-comfort layout. CB is the coffin-box fishing layout with a large insulated fishbox. A plain model number is the base trim. They share the same hull — the difference is how the deck is laid out.
Can you fish offshore in a Sea Hunt Ultra?
The larger twin-engine Ultras — the 275 and 305 — handle nearshore and offshore reef trips well in appropriate conditions, including runs to the reef off Key Largo. For dedicated, every-trip bluewater fishing, look at the Gamefish.
See the Sea Hunt Ultra in Person at Ultimate Marine
As Florida’s #1 Sea Hunt Dealer and the only Sea Hunt Superstore in America, Ultimate Marine carries the full Ultra lineup across all four locations — Orlando, Tampa, New Smyrna Beach, and Key Largo. That means more models on the floor, the deepest Sea Hunt inventory in the state, and a sales and service team that knows both these boats and these waters. Whether you’re comparing the Ultra 229 against the 245SE or weighing the Ultra against a Gamefish, we’ll help you land on the boat that fits how your family actually spends time on the water.
Browse current Sea Hunt Ultra inventory, explore the full Sea Hunt lineup, or ask our service team about long-term care and warranty support.
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