Scout 288 LXF Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 28'9"
- Beam: 9'9"
- Dry Weight: ~5,600 lbs (without engines)
- Engine: Twin outboard, max 600 HP combined
- Fuel Capacity: 188 gallons
- Draft: ~24"
- Hull Type: 21° deadrise, hand-laid fiberglass
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 28'9" Scout 288 LXF specifications
- Protection: UV-resistant, water-repellent, weatherproof
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 Scout 288 LXF T-Top cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric, which offers 5–7 years of UV and weather protection, or premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8–10 years of enhanced durability. Both fabrics are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and designed for the marine environment.
Yes. The cover is pattern-cut specifically for the Scout 288 LXF's T-Top configuration. It wraps the hull below the hardtop with reinforced cutouts around the T-Top support legs, while the fiberglass hardtop roof remains fully exposed above the cover.
Installation takes under five minutes and can be done solo. Drape the cover over the 288 LXF's hull, align the reinforced T-Top cutouts around the support legs, and secure the adjustable strap-and-buckle tie-downs along the rubrail. No tools or extra hands required.
No — please remove the cover before towing your Scout 288 LXF. Our covers are not designed to be trailered: towing with the cover on can cause severe damage to the cover and voids the warranty. The cover is designed for storage only — on a trailer, boat lift, dry stack, or jet dock — and comes off in minutes at the ramp.
Yes. The cover completely shields the 288 LXF's helm electronics, GPS, fishfinder displays, leaning post, bait prep station, forward seating, and all upholstery from UV rays, rain, salt spray, bird droppings, and airborne debris. The spacious cockpit and all interior surfaces stay protected.
Your Scout 288 LXF cover is backed by our manufacturer's warranty for the original purchaser. Materials and workmanship — stitching, straps, buckles, zippers, and other hardware — are covered for 1 year from the purchase date. Fabric is covered for 3 years on 7oz, 5 years on black or navy 9oz, and 6 years on Sunbrella. Covered defects are repaired or replaced after you contact us for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. The warranty does not cover improper use, accident or negligence, unauthorized modifications, improper care, mold or mildew, incorrectly placed orders, theft or loss, or acts of God — and traveling with the cover on or using it in the water voids the warranty. See our Warranty page for full details.
The cover is water-resistant with a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish that causes water to bead and roll off. It's intentionally breathable rather than fully waterproof — this prevents moisture and mildew from building up underneath, which is critical for protecting the 288 LXF's interior in humid marine environments.
This cover is designed for the Scout 288 LXF with a factory-installed T-Top in standard production configuration. It fits all current production years of the 288 LXF with the standard T-Top setup.
The Scout 288 LXF cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed polyester in Navy or Black, 7oz polyester in Black, or premium Sunbrella acrylic in Marine Blue, Black, or Smoke. Choose your fabric and color in the order options above.
Shipping is a $30 flat rate per cover within the continental United States. Because every cover is custom-made to order, please allow 1–3 weeks for your Scout 288 LXF cover to be made and shipped — you'll receive tracking information as soon as it leaves our facility.
⏱️ Current lead time: 1–3 weeks — every cover is custom-made for your boat.
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628
Scout 288 LXF T-Top Boat Cover — Luxury Fishing Protection for Scout’s Offshore Powerhouse
The Scout 288 LXF brings together luxury appointments and serious fishing capability in a 28’9″ platform that has become a benchmark in the offshore center console category. Built with 100% hand-laid fiberglass at Scout’s Summerville, South Carolina facility, the 288 LXF pairs a 21-degree deadrise hull with up to 600 horsepower and a 188-gallon fuel tank for extended offshore range. A custom-fitted T-Top boat cover from Perfect Fit Boat Covers protects the 288 LXF’s spacious cockpit, fiberglass leaning post with bait prep station, walkable transom swim platform, forward seating area, and integrated frameless windshield from UV damage, rain, and salt air between trips.
Tailored to the 288 LXF’s Tournament-Ready Layout
This cover is pattern-cut specifically for the Scout 288 LXF’s center console configuration, with reinforced cutouts that wrap precisely around the T-Top support legs while the fiberglass hardtop roof remains fully exposed above. The cover drapes smoothly over the helm station, leaning post, rod holders, forward seating with backrests, and the port-side swing-in door — protecting electronics, upholstery, and gelcoat in one seamless fit. Installation takes under five minutes solo: drape the cover over the hull, secure the adjustable strap-and-buckle tie-downs at the rubrail, and you’re covered. The reinforced construction keeps the 288 LXF protected in storage — the same build quality you’ll find on the Scout 300 LXF boat cover. Remove the cover before towing — it’s designed for storage, not highway travel.
Protection That Matches Scout’s Hand-Laid Quality
Scout’s 10-year hull warranty and hand-laid fiberglass construction set a standard that your cover should match. Choose from 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric with a 5–7 year lifespan, or upgrade to premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8–10 years of protection. Both options are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and UV-stable with double-stitched seams throughout. Every cover ships with our warranty (1 year on materials and workmanship, plus 3–6 years on the fabric) and is backed by the same commitment to quality that defines the Contender 28T boat cover experience across our full lineup.