Southport 27 — Quick-Reference Specs
- Boat Model: Southport 27
- Cover Type: T-Top Boat Cover
- Length Overall (LOA): 27'
- Beam: 9' 4"
- Dry Weight: ~4400 lbs
Cover Features
- Fabric Options: 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic
- Coverage Type: T-Top cover wraps hull below hardtop; hardtop remains exposed
- Construction: Reinforced stitching, hem cord at rubrail, adjustable tie-down straps
- Durability: Solution-dyed fabric (5–7 years); Sunbrella acrylic (8–10 years)
- Fit: Custom-fitted to Southport 27 specifications
- Protection: UV-resistant, water-repellent, mildew-resistant, breathable
Additional information
Choose Your Cover Fabric
7 oz. Polyester — Our entry-level marine cover fabric, woven from 100% polyester fiber at a 7 oz. per linear yard weight. This lighter option keeps the cover manageable for solo handling while still delivering reliable protection against sun, rain, and debris. Backed by a 3-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black.
9 oz. Polyester — Step up to our heavy-duty polyester, engineered at 9 oz. per linear yard for boats that face tougher conditions or extended outdoor storage. The denser weave adds an extra layer of defense against abrasion and weather without adding unnecessary bulk. Protected by a 5-year fabric warranty. Ships in Navy or Black.
Sunbrella® — For boaters who want the best, our Sunbrella covers use 100% solution-dyed acrylic — the same fabric trusted by marine professionals worldwide. Naturally resistant to fading, mold, and water damage, Sunbrella holds its color and integrity season after season. Covered by a 6-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black, Smoke, or Marine Blue.
Both polyester options feature solution-dyed construction, where pigment is infused into each fiber during production rather than applied to the surface afterward. This process locks color deep into the material, preventing any dye transfer to your boat’s gel coat or finish. The result is a cover that stays vibrant without bleeding or rubbing off. Our polyester is also designed to breathe — it allows moisture trapped underneath to vent out naturally, reducing the risk of mildew and keeping your boat dry. The fabric holds its form without sagging or stretching over time, stays lightweight enough for one person to handle, and stands up to prolonged UV exposure and harsh marine weather.
*The warranty periods above are provided by the fabric manufacturer and cover the material itself. For details on what’s included in the warranty for your completed cover, please see our warranty page.
7 oz. Polyester — Our entry-level marine cover fabric, woven from 100% polyester fiber at a 7 oz. per linear yard weight. This lighter option keeps the cover manageable for solo handling while still delivering reliable protection against sun, rain, and debris. Backed by a 3-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black.
9 oz. Polyester — Step up to our heavy-duty polyester, engineered at 9 oz. per linear yard for boats that face tougher conditions or extended outdoor storage. The denser weave adds an extra layer of defense against abrasion and weather without adding unnecessary bulk. Protected by a 5-year fabric warranty. Ships in Navy or Black.
Sunbrella® — For boaters who want the best, our Sunbrella covers use 100% solution-dyed acrylic — the same fabric trusted by marine professionals worldwide. Naturally resistant to fading, mold, and water damage, Sunbrella holds its color and integrity season after season. Covered by a 6-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black, Smoke, or Marine Blue.
Both polyester options feature solution-dyed construction, where pigment is infused into each fiber during production rather than applied to the surface afterward. This process locks color deep into the material, preventing any dye transfer to your boat’s gel coat or finish. The result is a cover that stays vibrant without bleeding or rubbing off. Our polyester is also designed to breathe — it allows moisture trapped underneath to vent out naturally, reducing the risk of mildew and keeping your boat dry. The fabric holds its form without sagging or stretching over time, stays lightweight enough for one person to handle, and stands up to prolonged UV exposure and harsh marine weather.
*The warranty periods above are provided by the fabric manufacturer and cover the material itself. For details on what’s included in the warranty for your completed cover, please see our warranty page.
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Install
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Southport 27 T-Top cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric for reliable UV and weather protection, with options to upgrade to 7oz for lighter weight or premium Sunbrella acrylic for maximum longevity.
Yes. The Southport 27 cover is pattern-cut with reinforced cutouts that wrap precisely around each T-Top support leg, draping over the redesigned console, leaning post, and tournament cockpit while leaving the hardtop exposed.
Installation takes under 5 minutes. Simply drape the cover over the bow, walk it aft beneath the T-Top, and secure using the integrated strap-and-buckle system. One person can install it without assistance.
Absolutely. The Southport 27 T-Top cover is reinforced for highway-speed trailering with a secure hem cord at the rubrail and adjustable tie-down straps that keep the fabric taut at road speed.
Yes. The cover provides a complete barrier over the Southport 27's helm electronics, fishfinder displays, upholstery, coffin box, and rigging — shielding everything from UV, rain, salt spray, and debris.
Every Southport 27 T-Top cover includes a 2-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, giving you confidence in long-term protection for your Hunt-designed tournament platform.
The Southport 27 cover is water-resistant with a DWR (durable water repellent) finish that sheds rain and spray while remaining breathable to prevent trapped moisture and mildew buildup beneath the fabric.
Yes. The cover fits all Southport 27 and 272 TE model years with standard production dimensions and a factory T-Top. If your boat has significant aftermarket modifications, contact us to confirm fitment.
The 9oz solution-dyed fabric is available in Navy, Black, and Charcoal. Upgrading to Sunbrella acrylic unlocks an expanded color palette with additional options to complement your Southport 27's hull.
Yes. Every Southport 27 T-Top cover ships free via standard shipping to the continental United States, typically arriving within 1-2 business days of dispatch.
Southport 27 T-Top Boat Cover — Tournament-Edition Offshore Shield
The Southport 27 — also known as the 272 Tournament Edition — brings serious offshore fishing capability to a 26’6” hull refined by C. Raymond Hunt Associates. With a 9’6” beam, 204-gallon fuel capacity, and power options up to 400 HP on single or twin outboards, the 27 delivers the speed, range, and seakeeping that tournament anglers demand. The Hunt 4 variable deep-V hull design carries 22 degrees of deadrise aft transitioning to 30-plus degrees amidships, carving through head seas that send lesser boats running for the inlet. Keeping that tournament-grade platform protected between events is what boat shade kits and custom covers from Perfect Fit are all about — pattern-matched to every contour of the 272 TE’s redesigned console, leaning post, and hardtop.
Purpose-Built for the 272 TE’s Tournament Layout
What sets the Southport 27 apart is its fishing-foremost cockpit: a coffin box forward section for maximum fish storage, improved transom livewell, redesigned helm pod, and re-imagined T-Top with integrated leaning post. Below the console sits a standup head compartment, and the cockpit features a sink with pull-out shower plus a 31-gallon insulated cooler that doubles as forward seating. Your Perfect Fit cover accounts for every tournament-specific feature — reinforced cutouts wrap each T-Top leg while the pattern drapes precisely over the coffin box, console, and transom without bunching or leaving gaps. Installation takes under five minutes, and the cover trailers securely at highway speed so you can chase the bite from the Southport 26’s home waters to the next tournament port.
Fabric Quality Worthy of a Hunt Hull
Southport builds the 27 with vacuum-infused vinyl ester construction — 100% void-free laminate with dramatically more glass fiber than conventional layups. Your cover should reflect that engineering standard. The 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric delivers 5-7 years of UV-resistant, water-repellent, mildew-resistant protection with double-stitched seams, while premium Sunbrella acrylic extends that window to 8-10 years. A hem cord at the rubrail and adjustable tie-down straps ensure a secure fit whether your 27 sits dockside or loaded on the trailer. Every cover ships with a 2-year manufacturer warranty and free standard shipping — ready to protect your investment in the same waters where the Southport 292 proves what Hunt-designed hulls can do.
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