Cobia has crafted boats for more than 60 years. Acquired by the respected Maverick Boat Group in 2005, it joined the group’s other industry-leading brands: Maverick, Hewes and Pathfinder. Now Cobia is one of the country’s bestselling lines of saltwater fishing boats, blending tournament-grade performance and family amenities.
All Cobia models 26 feet in length and up are built with Maverick’s proprietary vacuum-assisted resin infusion system, aka VARIS, producing a single, fused hull structure that is incredibly strong and has the highest strength-to-weight ratio possible in fiberglass construction. This helps ensure long-term reliability and durability for safely fishing offshore for years amid challenging sea conditions.
Cobia 265 CC Open
The Cobia 265 Open’s roomier center-console layout designed with ample deck space for fighting big ones builds on innovative features of its stable mate, the 265 CC. These elements include an inward-opening tuna door, user-friendly helm, an optional integrated hardtop, and an updated Garmin marine electronics package. The new ship adds full walk-up access to the bow and stern.
Multiple helm-station configurations accommodate dual 16-inch multifunction displays. A great option is a Seakeeper 1 gyrostabilizer within a dedicated helm seat. A forward console jump seat is there when you need to take a load off, but it also tucks out of the way when the fishing action heats. The principle applies to a fold-down transom bench seat in the aft cockpit. Returning up front, the family will love the cushy bow seat on days when fishing takes a back seat to a leisurely cruise. Within the front-opening console, the head has 6 feet of headroom, a freshwater sink, a mirror, and a shower.
The 265 Open has cockpit coaming pads, two 46-gallon insulated cockpit fish boxes, stainless-steel gunwale rod holders, bait-cutting board, and undergunwale rod racks. An optional deep-drop setup consists of reinforced gunwales and electric-reel outlets. The boat is ready for outriggers and kite-fishing, and can also be equipped with kingfish rod holders. Optional amenities include a 30-gallon livewell and bow and aft sunshades.
Power up with twin Yamaha 150, 200 or 250 hp engines with Helm Master EX DES. A joystick is optional. You can order your 265 Open prepped for a trolling motor, or with a Garmin Force Kraken 90 on a rotating mount.
Editor’s Note
Spacious seating in the bow area, with the option to add an electrically adjustable table with full-sun-lounge capability and forward-facing backrests, enables the 265 CC Open’s sister design, the 265 CC, to perform double duty as a family day cruiser. -Jim Hendricks
Performance Data
Test Power: Twin Yamaha F250 outboards
Test Prop: Yamaha 15 ¼” x 19″ SWS II 3-blade stainless steel
Test Load: 2,482 lb.
Test Speed: 26.3 mph at 3,000 rpm
Max Range: 301 miles (161 gal. x 2.08 mpg x 10% reserve)
Specifications
| LOA: | 26’5″ |
| Beam: | 9’5″ |
| Fuel Capacity: | 161 gal. |
| Dry Weight With Power: | 6,450 lb. |
| Max HP: | 500 |
| Certifications: | NMMA |
| Powered By: | Yamaha |
Cobia Boats – Fort Pierce, Florida; cobiaboats.com
