HydraSport 2800 Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 28'1"
- Beam: 9'8"
- Dry Weight: ~6,525 lbs
- Engine: Twin outboards, max 500 HP combined
- Fuel Capacity: 284 gallons
- Hull Type: DuPont Kevlar-reinforced fiberglass (Vector series)
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 28'1" HydraSport 2800 Vector 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
Please watch the video below for installation instructions!
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 2800 Vector cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed marine polyester, 7oz solution-dyed polyester, and premium Sunbrella acrylic. All solution-dyed — color permanently fused into the fiber — delivering the fade resistance a large offshore Vector demands from constant sun and salt exposure.
Yes. Pattern-cut with reinforced cutouts around the T-Top support legs. The fabric wraps the 2800's Kevlar-reinforced 28'1" hull below the hardtop while the white fiberglass roof stays exposed. The pattern accounts for the Vector's deep cockpit, twin-engine transom, and tournament helm station.
Under 5 minutes solo even at this size. Drape from bow to stern, work around T-Top legs, secure with hem cord and straps. The 2800's 9'8" beam provides a stable working surface for single-person installation.
The cover wraps the hull below the hardtop, creating a complete barrier over the helm, GPS/fishfinder, leaning post, rod holders, livewells, and all upholstery. Engine lower units remain visible below the fabric at the stern. UV, rain, salt, and debris are blocked.
Yes. The breathable fabric prevents mildew during weeks of storage, the DWR finish sheds rain, and solution-dyed color resists UV fading season after season. Many 2800 Vector owners keep the cover on year-round between offshore trips.
2-year manufacturer warranty on materials and workmanship. The 9oz fabric delivers 5-7 years and Sunbrella acrylic delivers 8-10 years of continuous coastal protection.
Water-resistant with DWR finish. Breathable to prevent mildew — critical for the Vector's premium electronics during extended dock storage between offshore trips.
Yes. Pattern-cut to the 2800 Vector's standard dimensions (28'1" LOA, 9'8" beam) with factory T-Top. The Kevlar hull dimensions remained consistent across the production run.
9oz: Navy, Black, Charcoal. Sunbrella: expanded palette. All solution-dyed for permanent fade resistance.
Flat $30 per cover, continental US. Ships within 1-2 business days in a protective storage bag.
HydraSport 2800 T-Top Boat Cover — Large Vector Bluewater Protection
The HydraSport 2800 stretches 28’1″ overall with a 9’8″ beam and approximately 6,525 pounds dry — the entry point to Hydra-Sports’ large Vector offshore series, built with the Kevlar-reinforced hull construction that made the Vector name legendary in offshore fishing circles. The hull uses hand-laid biaxial and woven roving fiberglass sandwiched with DuPont Kevlar, bonded to a one-piece stringer system with Plexus methacrylate structural adhesive that creates a chemical bond stronger than fiberglass laminate alone. No wood anywhere — fully foamed cavities make the hull unsinkable, and the vinylester gelcoat finish resists osmotic blistering for decades. With a massive 284 gallons of fuel and up to 500 combined horsepower on twin outboards, the 2800 Vector delivers the range and power for all-day canyon runs, tuna chasing, and Gulf Stream tournaments. A fitted T-Top boat cover keeps this bluewater Vector sealed between offshore trips.
Tournament-Fit for the 2800 Vector’s Offshore Layout
This cover is pattern-cut for the 2800 Vector’s deep offshore cockpit, twin-engine transom, wide 9’8″ beam, integrated leaning post tackle center, and T-Top configuration. Owners describe the 2800 as “very heavy, very dry, and very stable on the drift” — a hull that doesn’t skip over 4-footers but instead powers through them with authority. The fabric wraps the Kevlar hull below the hardtop with reinforced cutouts around the T-Top legs, while the white fiberglass hardtop roof stays fully exposed. A hem cord and adjustable straps secure the cover for dock lift storage. Installation takes under five minutes solo. The next Vector up is the HydraSport 3000 T-Top boat cover, covering the 30-foot bluewater platform.
Bluewater Fabric for a Bluewater Vector
The 2800 Vector sees the harshest conditions on the ocean — offshore spray, intense UV, and salt that would destroy lesser covers in a season. Choose 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric for 5-7 years of protection, or premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8-10 years. Both are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and breathable — critical for the Vector’s electronics during extended dock storage between offshore trips. Every cover ships with a 2-year warranty within 1-2 business days. For owners who also fish inshore, the HydraSport 23 Bay Bolt T-Top boat cover covers the Kevlar bay boat platform.
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