Sailfish 312 Center Console

Over the past two decades, boater focus groups, regardless of manufacturer, all had the words “stability and safety” listed in the top five must-haves for new models.

Fuel efficiency, technology and flexibility were also high on the list. Sailfish checks all those boxes when it comes to its new 312 Center Console.

Sailfish has continued to advance and improve on its Variable Degree Stepped (VDS) hull design, now in its sixth generation. VDS is like having three hulls in one, starting with a steep 24-degree hull to open gnarly seas and cut through chop. The second surface at a slightly shallower 23-degree angle encourages air to flow under the hull, ensuring less friction and a higher rate of fuel economy. At rest, that third steeped surface is flatter still, ensuring stability while at anchor.

Couple the VDS hull with a 32-inch cockpit depth and passengers will feel safe and comfortable whether standing or sitting. With a 9-foot, 9-inch beam, the cockpit feels huge. A recessed fold-out 40-inch bench seat in the transom and a 34-inch bench neatly tucked into the starboard gunnel opens up the rear of the boat for side-to-side fishing action. When not fishing, this cockpit easily converts into an ideal entertainment platform with fold-out cockpit seating, a cockpit table and 17 cup holders. A step-down enclosed head in the console features an electric head, a large tinted forward window and amazing 6-foot-tall clearance.

The Sailfish 312 CC sports a large console and leaning posts built to accommodate up to two 12-inch monitors. The leaning post comes standard with a 32-gallon livewell, built-in tackle storage, a sink and ample drawer storage.

The bow area works great for fishing or entertaining. A raised deck platform doubles as bow seats when cushions are installed, and self-rising actuated bow backrests add to the comfort. Plus, a standard through-hull windlass makes anchoring a breeze.