Sailfish 245 DC Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 24'0"
- Beam: 8'6"
- Dry Weight: ~5,350 lbs
- Engine: Single outboard, 200–300 HP
- Fuel Capacity: 120 gallons
- Draft: ~32"
- Hull Type: Variable Degree Stepped (VDS) — three-zone deadrise (24°/23°/22°)
- Persons Capacity: 12
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 double-stitched seams, hem cord at rubrail, adjustable tie-down straps
- Durability: Solution-dyed fabric (5–7 years); Sunbrella acrylic (8–10 years)
- Fit: Custom-patterned to 24'0" Sailfish 245 DC dual console hull with T-Top frame
- Protection: UV-resistant, water-repellent, mold and mildew resistant
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 cover wraps the entire hull below the T-Top hardtop, protecting both the helm console and port-side passenger console with windshield, bow seating, aft seating, livewell, fish boxes, rod holders, and all upholstery and electronics. The fiberglass T-Top hardtop remains exposed.
Yes. This cover is custom-patterned to the 245 DC's specific dual console hull profile, including the port-side passenger console with windshield. The cover wraps both consoles, the walk-through windshield area, and the entire hull below the T-Top for complete protection.
The 245 DC is Sailfish's entry-level dual console — a 24-foot family-friendly fishing boat with a walk-through windshield, port-side passenger console, T-Top, VDS stepped hull, and a single outboard up to 300 HP. It carries 12 people and balances fishing capability with family comfort.
Both are 24-foot VDS-hull boats, but the 245 DC adds a port-side passenger console with windshield for family comfort, while the 242 CC maximizes 360-degree fishing access with its open center console layout. The DC seats 12 people (vs 10 on the 242) and is designed for mixed fishing and cruising.
The 245 DC carries 120 gallons of fuel. With a single outboard up to 300 HP and the VDS hull's fuel efficiency, this provides ample range for full-day fishing and family cruising trips, including runs to nearshore reefs and sandbars.
Dual console boats have more seating surfaces and upholstery to protect than center consoles. Sunbrella acrylic with its 8-10 year UV rating is recommended for the 245 DC, especially if stored on a dock lift where the windshield area and passenger seating take constant sun exposure.
Yes. The cover wraps the entire hull below the T-Top, including the port-side passenger console and walk-through windshield area. This protects the windshield's rubber seals, the console upholstery, and the dash electronics from UV degradation and weather exposure.
That's exactly what the 245 DC is designed for. It maintains serious fishing features — livewell, fish boxes, rod holders, and T-Top — while adding the passenger console, windshield, and seating comfort that make it a true dual-purpose platform for families who fish.
Most owners install the cover in 7-10 minutes. The dual console layout means slightly more surface area to cover than a standard center console, but the T-Top frame supports the center while you thread the hem cord and cinch straps. One person can manage it easily.
Both options carry manufacturer warranties: 5-7 years for the 9oz solution-dyed fabric and 8-10 years for Sunbrella acrylic. Covers material defects, UV degradation, and color fading under normal outdoor storage conditions.
Sailfish 245 DC T-Top Boat Cover
The Sailfish 245 DC is the boat that proves you don’t have to choose between fishing and family — a 24-foot dual console with Sailfish’s Variable Degree Stepped (VDS) hull, a walk-through windshield, port-side passenger console, T-Top, and a single outboard up to 300 HP that carries 12 people in comfort. Built in Cairo, Georgia with SailTech wood-free construction and Kevlar reinforcement, the 245 DC delivers the same hull performance that earned the 232 CC Boating Magazine’s 2024 Best Boat of the Year, wrapped in a layout designed for mixed fishing and family cruising. This custom-fitted T-Top cover wraps the entire hull below the hardtop — both consoles, the windshield, and all seating — in 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic.
The 245 DC’s dual console layout creates a unique protection challenge: the port-side passenger console with its windshield, the helm console with electronics, the walk-through area, and significantly more upholstery than a standard center console. At 5,350 pounds dry with an 8’6″ beam, the 245 DC carries 120 gallons of fuel and the same VDS hull technology that makes Sailfish’s center consoles so efficient — three deadrise zones working together to cut through chop, reduce drag, and stabilize the ride. This cover is custom-patterned to the 245 DC’s specific dual console profile with reinforced double-stitched seams, a hem cord perimeter seal, and adjustable tie-down straps that protect every surface from UV, salt spray, and rain.
Dual Console Versatility, VDS Performance
The 245 DC represents Sailfish’s entry point into the dual console segment — where the fishing DNA that defines the brand meets the comfort features that families demand. The passenger console with windshield provides protection from spray and wind, while the T-Top delivers overhead shade and rod holder mounting. Livewell, fish boxes, and rod storage ensure the 245 DC earns its keep on fishing days, and the 12-person capacity means the whole crew comes along for sandbar trips and sunset cruises. This cover preserves both sides of the 245 DC’s dual personality with solution-dyed fabric rated for 5-7 years or Sunbrella acrylic rated for 8-10 years.
Explore the Sailfish Collection
Perfect Fit carries custom covers for every Sailfish model from compact center consoles to large dual consoles. Browse our center console boat cover collection for fishing-focused options across all brands, or compare the Sailfish 275 DC T-Top cover for the larger 27-foot dual console with twin-engine power. For the largest legacy platform, check out the Sailfish 2880 T-Top cover — a 30-foot 6-inch flagship with 300 gallons of fuel and triple-engine capability.
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