SCOUT 300 LXF

Scout's 300 LXF mixes innovative design with super functionality.

Scout Boats is known for combining innovative design with super functionality and plenty of style. The company has enhanced that reputation with the 300 LXF, a sharp and aggressive, forward-seating, luxury, sport-fisherman center-console that handles cruising daytime to overnight, along with hard-core piscatorial pursuit.

Attention to detail shines bright at the helm. This double-wide station is within easy reach of all dashboard components, and the large Garmin displays are perfectly angled for viewing at speed. A convenient digital switching system allows programming of a remote fob key to power on or off selected components, and it’s easy to service. The patented T-top/hardtop enclosure is rock-solid, and choosing tempered glass over Plexiglas windows was a smart move.

Up front, the Italia lounge hints at luxury while housing a spacious, nonskid, self-draining stowage compartment. The entire bow area is designed for creature comfort, but the wraparound cushions are easily removed to reveal a serious casting platform with plenty of dry/fish stowage to complement the boxes in the sole. A padded bolster runs the length of the vessel and is positioned perfectly for bracing against while putting the screws to a trophy. An electric windlass in the bow and a starboard “broom closet” for stowables such as brushes, gaffs and lines are nice touches.

Belowdecks, a fully cushioned berth folds up for additional space. There’s a stainless-steel sink with a Corian vanity and mirror, while the head has a china vacuum-flush toilet. Circuit breakers are accessed from the cabin panel.

Aft, a solid leaning post hosts a large livewell with a see-through top so you can tell if your baits are still swimming. Bait stations and tackle storage are set to each side of the livewell, and a Yeti cooler on a sliding tray resides in the base. Rod holders are integrated into the gunwale and seat back, and rocket launchers align the T-top. Need a break? Flip out the transom chair and relax in comfort until the bite begins to simmer.

Buyer’s Spotlight

*Great mix of fishing and luxury; the proprietary top is of special note.

*Efficient NuV3 hull design.

*Programmable key fob controls power to selected electronics.

*Digital-switching electronics system is convenient and easy to service.

*High freeboard with bolstered padding provides comfort at sea.

*There’s gaff, mop and brush storage.

*Fully cushioned berth folds up smartly for additional space.

*Brisa upholstery wipes clean.