Southport 28 — Quick-Reference Specs
- Boat Model: Southport 28
- Cover Type: T-Top Boat Cover
- Length Overall (LOA): 28' 6"
- Beam: 10' 6"
- Dry Weight: ~5200 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 28 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 28 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 28 cover is pattern-cut with reinforced cutouts that wrap precisely around each T-Top support leg, accommodating the 28's wide 10'6" beam and draping over the console, leaning post, and rod storage 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 28 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 across the 28's wide beam at road speed.
Yes. The cover provides a complete barrier over the Southport 28's helm electronics, fishfinder, upholstery, rod storage, and 38-gallon fish box — shielding everything from UV, rain, salt spray, and debris.
Every Southport 28 T-Top cover includes a 2-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, giving you confidence in long-term protection for your wide-beam Hunt-designed platform.
The Southport 28 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 28 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 match your Southport 28's hull color.
Yes. Every Southport 28 T-Top cover ships free via standard shipping to the continental United States, typically arriving within 1-2 business days of dispatch.
Southport 28 T-Top Boat Cover — Wide-Beam Offshore Workhorse Protection
The Southport 28 stretches the Hunt deep-V formula to 28’6” with a commanding 10’6” beam — the widest in the Southport lineup — creating an exceptionally stable offshore fishing platform. Powered by up to 600 HP on twin outboards with 250 gallons of fuel capacity, approximately 5,800 lbs dry weight, and a shallow 19” draft, the 28 handles everything from inshore grass flats to Gulf Stream trolling runs. That 22-degree deadrise variable deep-V hull, designed by C. Raymond Hunt Associates with vacuum-infused vinyl ester construction, deserves protection that matches its pedigree — and a center console curtain or custom T-Top cover from Perfect Fit delivers exactly that, pattern-cut to the 28’s wider beam and every cockpit feature.
Tailored to the 28’s Rod-Storage Arsenal
The Southport 28 takes rod storage seriously: six gunwale-mount rod holders, ten under-gunwale storage slots, six holders across the standard T-Top, and eight vertical rod racks built into the console — that’s 30 dedicated rod positions before you even count the cockpit rigging station and 38-gallon insulated fish box with macerator drain. Your Perfect Fit cover wraps beneath the hardtop with reinforced cutouts around each T-Top leg, contouring over the console, leaning post, and that wide 10’6” beam without excess fabric pooling or leaving rod holders exposed. Installation takes under five minutes solo, and the cover trailers confidently at highway speed — keeping your 28 locked down whether you’re heading to the Southport 292’s tournament waters or your home slip.
Fabric Built for Bluewater Duty
Southport’s vacuum infusion process delivers 160% more glass fiber in the hull sides and 100% more in the bottom than conventional construction — an engineering commitment that warrants equally serious protection. The 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric provides 5-7 years of UV-resistant, water-repellent, mildew-resistant coverage with double-stitched seams and a hem cord at the rubrail. Upgrade to premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8-10 years of protection that stands up to season after season of salt, sun, and Southern squalls. Every Southport 28 cover ships with a 2-year manufacturer warranty and free standard shipping — the kind of quality you’d expect from a brand that pairs Hunt naval architecture with purpose-built offshore center consoles.
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