Everglades 230 Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 23'
- Beam: 8'6"
- Dry Weight: ~2,250 lbs
- Engine: Single outboard, up to 200 HP
- Fuel Capacity: 57 gallons
- Draft: ~9"
- Hull Type: Modified hull with RAMCAP construction, twin sponsons
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 23' Everglades 230 hull dimensions and 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 Everglades 230 is 23' LOA with an 8'6" beam. Our custom T-Top cover wraps the hull below your hardtop frame and is patterned specifically for the 230's unique hull design with twin sponsons. We confirm your T-Top dimensions before cutting to guarantee a precise fit around your specific frame configuration.
The 230 features a distinctive modified hull with twin sponsons and an inverted tunnel keel — a design that delivers exceptional shallow-water performance with only 9 inches of draft. Combined with RAMCAP construction, this creates an unsinkable platform that accesses water most 23-foot boats can only dream about. Our cover follows this unique hull contour precisely.
With just 9 inches of hull draft, the 230 is one of the shallowest-drafting 23-foot center consoles ever built. The twin-sponson hull design lets you access skinny flats, oyster bars, and mangrove shorelines that most boats this size simply cannot reach. Our T-Top cover protects your boat in between those shallow-water adventures.
The 230 delivers an impressive 111 square feet of cockpit space — that's more fishable area than many 25-foot center consoles offer. RAMCAP construction eliminates the need for inner liners, which is how Everglades maximizes interior space. Our cover protects that entire cockpit area, including all deck hardware, hatches, and storage compartments.
The 230 is rated for a single outboard up to 200 HP. This is an efficiency-focused platform — the lightweight 2,250-lb hull combined with 57 gallons of fuel gives you excellent range on a single engine. Popular choices include 150-200 HP four-strokes from Yamaha, Mercury, Honda, and Suzuki. Our cover accommodates your specific engine configuration.
Yes. The cover wraps everything below the hardtop, including the 36-gallon transom livewell, all stainless rod holders, folding gunwale rod racks, and the raw-water washdown system. UV exposure degrades livewell gaskets, hose fittings, and acrylic components over time — consistent cover use extends the service life of these critical fishing systems.
The 230 is exceptional for flats fishing. The 9-inch draft accesses water that most center consoles can't touch, and the 111-square-foot cockpit gives anglers room to cast without tangling. The twin-sponson hull provides remarkable stability at rest for sight fishing. The military-spec wiring and hydraulic steering are built to handle the demands of daily guide use.
Yes. At 2,250 lbs dry weight, the 230 is one of the lightest 23-foot center consoles available, making it easy to trailer. Our cover's reinforced hem cord and adjustable tie-down straps keep the fabric secure during transport. Just ensure all straps are cinched tight and there's no loose fabric that could catch wind.
Both resist salt, UV, and mildew — the difference is longevity. Our 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric delivers 5-7 years of protection and is our value option. Sunbrella acrylic pushes that to 8-10 years with superior fade resistance. For a classic Everglades 230 that you want to keep in top condition for years, Sunbrella is the smarter long-term investment.
We cover every Everglades model ever built — from the classic 210 and 211 through the current 235 CC, 243 CC, 253 CC, and all the way up to the flagship 355. Every cover is custom-fitted to that specific model's hull shape, beam, and T-Top frame geometry. Browse our Everglades brand page to see the full lineup.
Everglades 230 T-Top Boat Cover
The Everglades 230 is one of the most distinctive center consoles Bob Dougherty ever designed — a 23-foot RAMCAP hull with a modified twin-sponson bottom and inverted tunnel keel that drafts just 9 inches of water. Built in Edgewater, Florida using the patented Rapid Molded Core Assembly Process, the 230 bonds hull, liner, and closed-cell foam into a single unsinkable structure with no inner liners, which is how Everglades delivered a massive 111 square feet of cockpit space in a 23-foot hull. That’s more fishable area than many boats several feet longer. With an 8’6″ beam, 200 HP rating, hydraulic steering, electric trim tabs, and military-spec wiring, the 230 was built to work hard — whether as a guide boat on shallow flats or a family fishing platform on coastal bays. Our custom T-Top cover wraps the hull below the hardtop frame, protecting your 36-gallon livewell, stainless rod holders, helm electronics, and all deck surfaces from UV and weather exposure.
The Everglades 230 weighs just 2,250 lbs dry — remarkably light for a 23-footer, which makes it easy to trailer and quick to plane with modest horsepower. The 57-gallon fuel tank paired with a single engine delivers efficient all-day range on bay systems and nearshore waters. What sets this hull apart from every other 23-foot center console is the shallow-water access: 9 inches of draft opens up productive flats, oyster bars, and mangrove shorelines that deeper-drafting boats can’t reach. Our T-Top cover features reinforced double-stitched seams, a hem cord at the rubrail, and adjustable tie-down straps designed for the 230’s wide 8’6″ beam. Choose between 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric (5–7 years of protection) or premium Sunbrella acrylic (8–10 years), both UV-resistant, water-repellent, and mold-resistant.
Shallow-Water Innovation & RAMCAP Engineering
The Everglades 230 showcases what RAMCAP construction makes possible when a designer thinks beyond conventional hull forms. The twin-sponson bottom with inverted tunnel keel is a configuration that requires the structural rigidity of foam-bonded composite construction — a traditional fiberglass layup couldn’t support these loads without adding weight and bulk. The result is a boat that runs skinny water like a flats skiff but provides the stability, freeboard, and cockpit space of a full-size center console. Lighted storage compartments, acrylic windshield, molded pedestal helm chairs, and multiple power ports come standard — not as options. For an owner who demands access to shallow productive water without giving up the fishing amenities of a larger boat, the 230 is in a class of its own. A quality T-Top cover keeps every inch of that premium equipment protected between trips.
Explore the Everglades Collection
Perfect Fit carries custom covers for every Everglades model from the classic 210 to the flagship 355. Browse our complete Everglades cover lineup to see every model we support, or compare the Everglades 235 CC T-Top cover for the next model in the Mid Bay family — a current-production 24-footer with 300 HP capability and 105 gallons of fuel. For a larger offshore platform, check out the Everglades 250 T-Top cover in the Large Bay family, stepping up to twin-engine territory.
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