If you fish Florida’s inshore waters — the Mosquito Lagoon, Tampa Bay flats, the Indian River Lagoon, or the backcountry of the Florida Keys — the Sea Hunt BX Series was designed for exactly where you fish.
The BX lineup currently consists of two models: the BX22BR and the BX25FS. Each is a purpose-built bay boat platform engineered for shallow-draft performance, serious inshore fishability, and the structural integrity that Sea Hunt carries across its entire lineup. These are not scaled-down offshore boats. They are dedicated inshore fishing machines built to handle the grass flats, oyster bars, tidal creeks, and backwater systems that define Florida’s most productive inshore fishing.
What Is the Sea Hunt BX Series?
The Sea Hunt BX Series is Sea Hunt’s dedicated inshore and bay boat lineup. Where the Sea Hunt Gamefish is built to run offshore for grouper, snapper, mahi, and sailfish, the BX is optimized for a completely different environment: tight creek mouths, skinny tidal channels, shallow flat edges, and the kind of backwater systems where drawing too much water means getting stuck — or blowing out the flat before you ever make a cast.
Both models share the same foundational hull geometry — a 15/20/50 deadrise design that delivers a balance of shallow-water accessibility and ride quality — and both are rigged from the factory with the electronics, livewells, and storage configurations that serious inshore anglers need.
Quick Answer: The Sea Hunt BX Series includes two models — the BX22BR (starting at $62,030) and the BX25FS (starting at $116,438). Both are purpose-built inshore bay boats designed for Florida flats and backwater fishing, available at Ultimate Marine locations in New Smyrna Beach and Key Largo.
Sea Hunt BX22BR: Specs, Features, and Who It’s Built For
The BX22BR is the entry point into the BX Series and the more accessible configuration for solo anglers, fishing pairs, and buyers who spend the majority of their time in smaller tidal systems, narrow creek mouths, and ultra-shallow flat edges.
BX22BR Specifications:
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Length | 22’10” |
| Beam | 8’5″ |
| Draft | 13″ |
| Max HP | 250 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 53 gallons |
| Dry Weight | 2,700 lbs |
| Deadrise | 15/20/50 |
| Starting Price | $62,030 |
At just 13 inches of draft and 2,700 pounds dry, the BX22BR is one of the more capable shallow-water platforms Sea Hunt has ever produced. That draft number matters enormously in Florida’s backcountry — it’s the difference between accessing a productive flat on a falling tide and watching it from the edge.
Standard power is the Yamaha F150XC paired with a Yamaha Reliance Series prop and hydraulic steering — a clean, reliable package for the inshore environment the boat was built for. Buyers who want more performance can option up to the Yamaha F200XC or F250XSB2, with the 250 stepping up to electric steering and the Saltwater Series prop.
Electronics standard include a single 9″ Garmin GPSMAP 943xsv package with VHF, Yamaha Digital Command Link gauges, waterproof Bluetooth stereo, and a wireless phone charger. The optional upgrade path includes a 12″ Garmin GPSMAP 1243xsv and Yamaha CL5 touchscreen display for anglers who want more screen real estate.
Fishing-specific rigging includes a dual livewell setup:
- 18-gallon console livewell
- 20-gallon aft livewell
That gives you serious bait capacity for live-lining on redfish or keeping a shrimp supply healthy throughout a long tide. Storage includes 200-quart bow storage, port and starboard lockable rod racks (4 rods each), and dual 5-gallon bucket storage.
The BX22BR comes standard with an aluminum leaning post with captain’s chairs and Bennett trim tabs with indicators. A trolling motor plug and wiring harness is standard — critical for anglers who want to run a bow-mount electric for stealthy flats approaches.
Optional upgrades include:
- Fiberglass T-top with mister system
- Bow casting chair
- Underwater LED lights
- Recirculating livewell
- Seastar 6″ hydraulic jack plate
- Bait tank leaning post configuration
Building this out as a serious technical flats platform if that’s the direction a buyer wants to go.
Sea Hunt BX25FS: Specs, Features, and Who It’s Built For
The BX25FS is the flagship of the BX lineup and the boat that gives inshore anglers more — more fuel range, more storage capacity, more rigging depth, and the ability to push light nearshore on calm days when conditions allow.
BX25FS Specifications:
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Length | 25’3″ |
| Beam | 8’6″ |
| Draft | 15″ |
| Max HP | 350 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 gallons |
| Dry Weight | 3,700 lbs |
| Deadrise | 15/20/50 |
| Starting Price | $116,438 |
The BX25FS adds two inches of draft compared to the BX22BR — still 15 inches, still firmly in shallow-water capable territory — while gaining 15 additional gallons of fuel, 1,000 additional pounds of displacement, and a broader overall platform that carries more gear, more anglers, and more fishing days comfortably.
Standard power is the Yamaha F300 XSB2 with a Yamaha Saltwater Series prop and Yamaha electric steering — a significant step up in the power package that reflects the BX25FS’s position as the more serious fishing platform of the two. The optional upgrade is the Yamaha F350 XSA2 for buyers who want maximum performance and planning speed.
Electronics standard include the single 12″ Garmin GPSMAP 1243xsv package with VHF, Yamaha CL5 touchscreen display, waterproof Bluetooth stereo, underwater LED lights, and wireless phone charger. The BX25FS ships with the larger screen package as standard where the BX22BR offers it as an upgrade — a meaningful distinction for anglers who rely on chartplotter navigation in complex backwater systems.
Tops are standard on the BX25FS — a fiberglass T-top with mister system and powder coat package comes as part of the base build, along with bow backrests, cockpit bolsters, and bow cushions. The BX22BR treats the T-top as an option, making the BX25FS the more complete fishing platform right out of the box.
Fishing rigging mirrors the BX22BR’s dual livewell configuration — 18-gallon console and 20-gallon aft — with bow storage expanding to 250 quarts and the same port and starboard lockable rod rack storage. The BX25FS also comes standard with a bait tank leaning post with captain’s chairs, where the smaller model uses an aluminum leaning post as its base configuration.
Optional upgrades include:
- Seastar 6″ hydraulic jack plate
- Bow casting chair
- Recirculating livewell
- Cooler slide system
All of which build this boat into a tournament-ready inshore platform.
BX22BR vs. BX25FS: Which Model Is Right for You?
The choice between these two models is less about budget and more about how and where you fish.
The BX22BR is the right call if you fish predominantly tight, technical inshore water — narrow creek systems, ultra-shallow redfish flats, backcountry areas where a lighter, lower-profile boat is a genuine advantage. The 13-inch draft and 2,700-pound dry weight give it an edge in the shallowest scenarios, and the lower starting price makes it accessible to buyers who don’t need the larger platform.
The BX25FS earns its price point through the completeness of its standard build — T-top, larger electronics, stronger power package, and more fuel capacity. If you run longer distances between fishing spots, regularly fish with three anglers, or want the option to push nearshore on calm days, the BX25FS is the better long-term platform. It also comes more fully rigged from the factory, which reduces the option-adding process that can quickly close the price gap on the BX22BR.
If you’re genuinely unsure, the team at Ultimate Marine can walk you through both platforms at the New Smyrna Beach and Key Largo locations, where inshore fishing is not a theoretical exercise — it’s the local culture.
Why the BX Series Is Built for Florida’s Waters Specifically
Florida’s inshore ecosystem punishes boats that weren’t designed for it. The combination of seagrass, oyster bars, tidal fluctuation, and aggressive saltwater corrosion means that hull construction and draft aren’t just selling points — they’re functional requirements.
The BX hull’s 15/20/50 deadrise geometry is worth understanding. The variable deadrise means the hull transitions from a shallower angle amidships — which keeps the bow up and accessible in skinny water — to a steeper deadrise at the stern for ride quality and stability at speed. This is not a flat-bottomed skiff, and it’s not a deep-V offshore hull. It’s a bay boat hull that splits the difference for the kind of all-day inshore fishing that Florida demands.
Both BX models come standard with a trolling motor plug and wiring harness, which signals exactly who Sea Hunt built these boats for. A bow-mount trolling motor is standard equipment for serious Florida flats fishing — whether you’re stalking redfish on the Mosquito Lagoon, approaching a snook-holding shoreline in Tampa Bay, or working bonefish flats in the Florida Keys backcountry. Sea Hunt builds the infrastructure in so buyers aren’t adding it as an afterthought.
The BX Series Across Florida’s Inshore Regions
Mosquito Lagoon (New Smyrna Beach area): The Lagoon’s skinny-water redfish fishery is one of the most technical inshore environments in Florida. The BX22BR’s 13-inch draft makes it a natural fit for the Lagoon’s tidal flats. Ultimate Marine’s New Smyrna Beach location serves this market directly and carries BX inventory.
Tampa Bay Flats: Tampa Bay’s sprawling grass flats demand a boat that can run efficiently across open water and still access shallower flat edges. The BX25FS handles the longer bay crossings while the BX22BR is better suited for the shallower tributary systems feeding into the bay.
Indian River Lagoon: The IRL’s seagrass flats and complex tidal channels are textbook BX territory. Both models work here depending on the specific fishery — the BX22BR for the upper lagoon’s tighter zones, the BX25FS for longer multi-stop days across the Lagoon’s full stretch.
Florida Keys Backcountry: The backcountry flats behind Key Largo, Islamorada, and Marathon are legendary for permit, tarpon, and bonefish — three species that demand extreme stealth and shallow-water capability. The BX22BR’s lighter footprint and 13-inch draft make it the more technical choice for the Keys. Both models are accessible through Ultimate Marine’s Key Largo location.
Sea Hunt BX Series vs. Sea Hunt Gamefish: Which Is Right for You?
This is the most common question the team at Ultimate Marine fields from anglers who’ve narrowed their search to Sea Hunt but aren’t sure which lineup fits their fishing style.
The honest answer comes down to where you fish, not how serious an angler you are.
The Gamefish lineup — available in 25, 27, 28, and 30-foot configurations — is built for offshore work: grouper and snapper on deep structure, mahi in the open Gulf, sailfish off Miami, serious offshore trolling in the Atlantic. Its deeper-V hull handles open-water chop, carries more fuel for longer offshore runs, and is rigged for the demands of big-water fishing.
The BX Series owns the inshore and backwater segment. Its shallower draft, lighter weight, and deck layout are specifically configured for fishing inside Florida’s coastal tide line — the flats, the creeks, the estuaries, and the backcountry.
If you fish both environments regularly, the Sea Hunt Ultra Series — Sea Hunt’s dual-purpose center console lineup — is worth a conversation. But if the majority of your fishing happens inside Florida’s inshore systems, the BX is the right tool.
Why Buy Your Sea Hunt BX From Ultimate Marine?
Ultimate Marine is Florida’s #1 Sea Hunt dealer, with locations in Orlando, Tampa, New Smyrna Beach, and Key Largo. That footprint covers the four most relevant markets for BX Series buyers — Central Florida, Tampa Bay, Mosquito Lagoon, and the Florida Keys backcountry — which means the dealership selling you the boat operates in the same inshore environments you’ll be fishing.
When you purchase a BX from Ultimate Marine, you’re backed by factory-trained technicians, warranty service authorization, and a service infrastructure built around long-term Sea Hunt ownership. The BX Series is stocked and available for viewing at the New Smyrna Beach and Key Largo locations. Contact your nearest store or browse current inventory at www.ultimatemarine.com.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Sea Hunt BX Series
What models are in the Sea Hunt BX Series?
The BX Series currently includes two models: the BX22BR and the BX25FS. The BX22BR starts at $62,030 and measures 22’10” with a 13-inch draft and 250 HP max. The BX25FS starts at $116,438 and measures 25’3″ with a 15-inch draft and 350 HP max.
What is the Sea Hunt BX Series best used for?
The BX Series is purpose-built for Florida inshore and backwater fishing — primarily targeting redfish, snook, speckled trout, tarpon, and similar inshore species on shallow grass flats, tidal creeks, and estuary systems.
How shallow can a Sea Hunt BX run?
The BX22BR has a 13-inch draft and the BX25FS has a 15-inch draft. Both are designed for Florida’s shallow inshore environments, with the BX22BR offering a slight edge in the shallowest scenarios.
What engine does the Sea Hunt BX come with?
The BX22BR comes standard with a Yamaha F150XC. The BX25FS comes standard with a Yamaha F300 XSB2. Both models have optional engine upgrades available through the factory.
Does the Sea Hunt BX come with a T-top?
The BX25FS includes a fiberglass T-top with mister system as standard equipment. On the BX22BR, a T-top is available as an optional upgrade.
How does the Sea Hunt BX compare to the Sea Hunt Gamefish?
The Gamefish is Sea Hunt’s offshore-focused center console, built for open water and longer offshore runs. The BX is the inshore counterpart — shallower draft, lighter, and deck-configured for flats and backwater fishing. They target distinctly different buyers and fishing environments.
Where can I see a Sea Hunt BX in person in Florida?
Ultimate Marine carries the Sea Hunt BX Series at its New Smyrna Beach and Key Largo locations. Visit www.ultimatemarine.com for current inventory and to connect with a sales team member.
Is the Sea Hunt BX a good boat for the Florida Keys?
Yes. The Florida Keys backcountry — particularly the shallow flats around Key Largo, Islamorada, and Marathon — is ideal territory for both BX models. Ultimate Marine’s Key Largo location serves Keys-area buyers directly.
Explore the Sea Hunt BX Series at Ultimate Marine
Ultimate Marine is Florida’s #1 Sea Hunt dealer, with locations serving Orlando, Tampa, New Smyrna Beach, and Key Largo. To explore the Sea Hunt BX22BR or BX25FS, or to view current inventory at your nearest location, visit www.ultimatemarine.com.
