Grady White 273 — Quick-Reference Specs
- Boat Model: Grady White 273
- Cover Type: T-Top Boat Cover
- Status: Discontinued (2006–2016)
- Length Overall (LOA): 27'3"
- Beam: 9'6"
- Dry Weight: ~5,800 lbs
- Engine: Twin outboards, max 600 HP
- Fuel Capacity: 230 gallons
- Deadrise: 21°
- Draft: 20"
- Hull Type: SeaV² center console
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 27'3" center console with twin-engine configuration
- 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.
| Weight | 37 lbs |
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Install
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 273 represents a significant evolution from the 271. While both are canyon-class center consoles, the 273 adds a wider 9'6" beam (vs. 9'2"), steeper 21° deadrise (vs. 20°), higher max horsepower (600 vs. 500 HP), larger fuel capacity (230 vs. 220 gallons), and approximately 200 lbs more displacement. These refinements translate to better offshore comfort, increased range, and more cockpit workspace.
The 21° deadrise is among the steepest in Grady White's lineup, providing the smoothest ride in rough offshore conditions. The steeper entry angle cuts through 4–6 foot seas with minimal pounding, reduces spray, and delivers a more comfortable ride during long offshore runs. This is a hull specifically designed for open-ocean canyon fishing where sea conditions are unpredictable.
Exceptional. The 230-gallon capacity provides 350+ miles of offshore range—more fuel than many center consoles that are 30+ feet long. This was the 273's signature advantage: the ability to run 70+ nautical miles offshore to canyon edges and deep-water structure with comfortable fuel reserves, then fish all day and return without refueling.
The 273 delivers a comprehensive fishing platform: multiple insulated fishboxes totaling 270+ quarts (including a massive aft box with lighting), 32-gallon recirculating livewell, built-in tackle stations, rod holders on the T-Top and gunwales, lockable rod storage, and a cockpit layout designed for 360-degree fish-fighting capability. The wide 9'6" beam creates ample working space for multiple anglers.
Significantly. The 9'6" beam provides outstanding stability at rest and at trolling speeds—critical for offshore drift fishing and fighting large pelagics. The wider platform reduces roll motion in beam seas, gives anglers more confident footing, and creates a more comfortable ride in cross-seas. This is a platform that feels stable 60 miles offshore.
The 273 accommodates twin outboards up to 300 HP each (600 HP total). Twin Yamaha F250s are the most popular choice, providing strong performance with excellent fuel efficiency. Twin F300s deliver maximum top speed and acceleration for tournament fishing where reaching fishing grounds quickly matters. The 230-gallon fuel tank makes either configuration range-practical.
The center console layout on the 273 provides full 360-degree walk-around access for fighting fish from any angle—critical when a blue marlin or large tuna runs under the boat. Combined with the T-Top overhead protection and the 9'6" beam creating wide walkways, the 273 gives anglers unrestricted movement that dual consoles cannot match in fish-fighting scenarios.
The 9'6" beam exceeds standard highway width limits (8'6"), requiring oversize permits for highway trailering. Most 273 owners keep the boat in a marina slip, on a dock lift, or in covered dry storage. Perfect Fit's cover is essential protection in any of these storage scenarios.
The 9'6" beam creates more surface area and different tension dynamics than narrower boats. Perfect Fit's pattern includes additional reinforcement at stress points, wider tie-down strap spacing, and a broader dome profile that prevents fabric pooling in the center while maintaining the taut, snug fit that protects against wind and water intrusion.
Not at all. Perfect Fit maintains custom patterns for every Grady White model regardless of production status. The 273 pattern accounts for the specific T-Top geometry, console dimensions, and hull characteristics of the 2006–2016 production run. Your cover is manufactured to order with identical quality standards as covers for current models.
Grady White 273 T-Top Boat Cover
The Grady White 273 is a 27’3″ twin-engine center console that represents the evolution of Grady White’s canyon-class fishing platform. With a 9’6″ beam, 21° deadrise SeaV² hull, twin outboards up to 600 HP total, and 230 gallons of fuel for 350+ miles of offshore range, the 273 was built for anglers who fish the canyons, ledges, and deep-water structure beyond the continental shelf. The fishing package delivers insulated fishboxes totaling 270+ quarts with lighting, 32-gallon recirculating livewell, T-Top hardtop with rod holders and spreader lights, built-in tackle stations, lockable rod storage, and a wide-open cockpit designed for 360-degree fish-fighting capability.
Your 273 requires a Perfect Fit custom T-Top cover engineered for the 9’6″ beam and canyon-class center console geometry. Our cover wraps the full hull below the hardtop, protecting the center console, fishbox insulation, livewell plumbing, helm electronics, cockpit surfaces, and twin-engine assembly from UV exposure, salt spray, and moisture. Solution-dyed marine fabric (5–7 years) or premium Sunbrella acrylic (8–10 years) preserves your proven offshore platform through seasons of canyon fishing or seasonal storage.
Canyon-Class Evolution — Wider, Deeper, Farther
The 273 refined everything that made Grady White’s canyon-class center consoles legendary. The wider 9’6″ beam delivers exceptional stability at rest and at trolling speeds—critical attributes when you’re 60+ nautical miles offshore in open-ocean conditions. The steeper 21° deadrise cuts through 4–6 foot seas with minimal pounding, and 230 gallons of fuel provide the range to reach distant canyon edges and deep-water structure that smaller boats simply cannot access. The insulated fishboxes totaling 270+ quarts and 32-gallon livewell handle tournament-level catch volumes, while the 360-degree walk-around cockpit gives anglers unrestricted fish-fighting capability.
Engineering & Wide-Beam Center Console Fit
Perfect Fit’s cover engineers custom-measure your 273’s T-Top hardtop dimensions, center console geometry, fishbox drains, livewell ports, rod holder positions, 9’6″ beam, and twin-engine transom layout to create a precision-fit pattern. The reinforced stitching and hem cord secure the cover at the rubrail, while heavy-duty adjustable tie-down straps distribute tension evenly across the wide beam. The aft section extends into a loose, draped pouch that envelops both engines as a single continuous covering without binding.
Explore the Grady White Collection
Perfect Fit Boat Covers offers custom T-Top covers for every Grady White model. Browse our center console boat cover options for all available models, or compare the Grady White 283 boat cover for the next step up in canyon-class capability. For a versatile inshore fishing boat, see the Grady White 209 Fisherman boat cover.
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