Newest Sea Pro Model Makes New Boat Ownership a Reality for Anglers and Families
Sea Pro Boats, a leading manufacturer of premium quality fishing and family boats based in Whitmire, South Carolina, kicked off today’s 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show by unveiling its new-for-2027 182CC. This 18-foot center console gives boaters the quality construction, hull integrity, and well-planned features boaters expect from the Sea Pro brand, along with something unexpected in today’s market — an affordable price that makes new boat ownership more accessible.
Everything about this new Sea Pro model is designed to help more people experience the family fun of boating and fishing. With MAP pricing of $43,000 (powered by a reliable and fuel-efficient Suzuki 115HP 4-Stroke outboard), boaters can get into a showroom-new Sea Pro 182CC for what they might expect to pay for a used boat.
Sea Pro’s designers also considered the ownership experience and lifestyle of customers, designing the 182CC with features like an easy-to-remove console windscreen and removable stainless steel grab rail to help the boat fit the clearances of a standard townhome-sized garage. This makes it an ideal match for boating enthusiasts who are living an economical lifestyle but still want to enjoy the Great Outdoors.
While affordable, the 182CC gives boaters all they need to confidently chase bay and inshore saltwater gamefish for many seasons to come. This starts with Sea Pro’s rugged, foam-filled stringer system for a solid and quiet ride in choppy waters, a high-output cockpit drainage system with a single outlet manifold system, and a 10-Year Factory Hull Warranty. In addition, the standard Suzuki 4-stroke outboard and hydraulic tilt-helm steering ensure excellent performance, fuel efficiency, and confident control.
The 182CC’s deck layout includes a flip-back helm bench seat with cooler access, a console footrest with comfort pad, and twin rear seats to accommodate the whole family. Quality touches include a gelcoat finished anchor storage area, gelcoat finished bilge, a locking storage area with battery box, stainless steel cleats, stainless steel rod holders, stainless steel cup holders, and a swim platform with boarding ladder. These features and others make the new 182CC a versatile fishing and family boat that won’t break the bank.
The 182CC’s list of standard fishing amenities includes a large bow platform with 56 gallons of storage space, a 40-quart console cooler box, vertical rod storage, and a spacious livewell with raw water pump. The boat’s 45-gallon fuel capacity means anglers can chase gamefish all day long with range to spare.
“One of the keys to our success has been listening to our dealers and our customers to get a feel for what boaters want,” said Sea Pro Boats founder Jimmy Hancock. “Based on this input, we set out to create a boat that has everything they need without all the bells and whistles that raise cost and complexity. The 182CC is a true Sea Pro in every way that matters, including build quality, durability, warranty, and important standard features. It’s a solidly made basic boat that bucks the trend of loading vessels up with every possible gadget. And that’s precisely what we’re after,” added Hancock.
For customers who want to customize their Sea Pro 182, the company does offer a range of factory options including audio upgrades, Simrad MFDs, satellite weather modules, power steering, trim tabs, outboard power upgrades, Power Pole anchoring systems, underwater lights, a bow trolling motor, and more. The affordable entry price of the 182CC also makes it easy for boaters to learn what they want to add to the boat over time based on their boating and fishing lifestyle.
To learn more about the new 182CC, or the full range of Sea Pro center console and bay boat models for fishing and family fun, visit www.seapromfg.com.
Sea Pro 182CC Specifications
Length 18’ 2”
Beam 7’ 10”
Fuel Capacity 45 gallons
Max HP 150 HP
Dry Weight (w/o outboard) 2,300 pounds
Deadrise (at transom) 16 degrees
Draft 13”
Livewell 9 gallons