Scout 172 Sportfish — Quick-Reference Specs
- Boat Model: Scout 172 Sportfish
- Cover Type: Center Console Boat Cover
- Length Overall (LOA): 17' 2"
- Beam: 7' 10"
- Dry Weight: ~1400 lbs
Cover Features
- Fabric Options: 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic
- Coverage Type: Full boat cover with custom-fitted cutouts for helm and accessories
- 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 Scout 172 Sportfish 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.
| Weight | 22 lbs |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 9oz Polyester |
Install
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. This cover is custom-patterned specifically for the Scout 172 Sportfish center console. It wraps the entire hull in one smooth piece, conforming to the 172's console profile, 7'4" beam, and transom geometry for complete full-hull protection.
9.25 oz Sunbrella acrylic marine fabric — the industry benchmark for marine covers. It blocks over 98% of UV rays, resists mildew and fading, and breathes to prevent moisture buildup underneath.
The Scout 172 Sportfish 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.
The 172 Sportfish is one of Scout's most nimble inshore platforms. At 17'2" with a 7'4" beam, approximately 950 lbs dry weight, and just 9 inches of draft, it accesses the shallowest creeks and tidal flats while the NuV3 hull delivers a ride quality that outperforms the boat's compact dimensions. This cover protects that purpose-built fishing platform.
No — please remove the cover before towing your Scout 172 Sportfish. 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.
Adjustable straps, quick-release buckles, and shock cord hems make installation a one-person job that takes just a few minutes. No tools required — just drape, position, and cinch.
Full coverage includes the console, electronics, rod holders, storage compartments, bow area, seating, gunwale hardware, and all deck accessories. The cover extends past the transom to protect the engine cowling from UV and salt corrosion.
Your Scout 172 Sportfish 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 172 adds a full foot of length (17'2" vs 16'2"), widens the beam to 7'4", and increases capacity — enough extra room to make a meaningful difference in fishing productivity and ride comfort. Both share Scout's NuV3 hull and the same custom cover construction quality.
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 172 Sportfish 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 172 Sportfish Center Console Boat Cover
The Scout 172 Sportfish is a 17’2″ center console that sits one step above the entry-level 162 in Scout’s Sportfish family — adding just enough length, beam, and capability to make a meaningful difference on the water while keeping the compact, easy-to-own character that defines Scout’s smallest boats. With a 7’4″ beam, approximately 950 lbs dry weight, and a 9-inch draft, the 172 Sportfish accesses skinny water that larger boats can’t touch and launches from any ramp without hesitation. Scout builds the 172 in Summerville, South Carolina, on the same NuV3 triple-stepped hull platform that underpins their offshore flagships — delivering a ride quality and structural integrity that competitors in this size range don’t match. The 172 Sportfish is purpose-built for fishing: the hull, the deck layout, the hardware placement — everything is optimized for anglers who want Scout quality in a compact, low-overhead package.
A Perfect Fit custom center console cover protects the 172 Sportfish’s fishing-optimized deck layout — console, electronics, rod holders, storage, and gel coat — from the UV degradation, salt corrosion, and weather that hit trailered boats hardest. At 17’2″ and 950 lbs, the 172 Sportfish lives on a trailer between trips, so the cover needs to perform in open-air storage where UV exposure is constant and unrelenting. Remove the cover before towing — it’s designed for storage, not highway travel. Our solution-dyed marine fabric (5–7 years) or premium Sunbrella acrylic (8–10 years) wraps the entire hull in a single smooth piece, secured by reinforced stitching, hem cord at the rubrail, and adjustable tie-down straps that lock the cover tight against the hull without flutter or lifting.
The Sportfish Family Workhorse
The 172 Sportfish is Scout’s answer to the question every serious inshore angler asks: how small can a boat be and still fish with confidence? At 17’2″ with a 9-inch draft and NuV3 hull, the 172 handles creek mouths, tidal flats, and sheltered bays that define productive inshore fishing territory. The foam-filled fiberglass hull provides unsinkable flotation, and the sportfish deck layout puts rod holders, storage, and fish-handling features where they need to be. Your cover protects this purpose-built fishing platform — the electronics, upholstery, gel coat, and hardware that face the same environmental assault as any larger boat but rarely get the covered storage that bigger Scouts enjoy.
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