Parker 2801 Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 28'2"
- Beam: 9'6"
- Dry Weight: ~6,000 lbs
- Engine: Twin outboards, max 600 HP combined
- Fuel Capacity: 220 gallons
- Draft: 20"
- Hull Type: Deep-V fiberglass
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 28'2" Parker 2801 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 2801 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 Parker's largest offshore platform demands from years of bluewater sun and salt exposure.
Yes. Pattern-cut with reinforced cutouts around the T-Top legs. The fabric wraps the 2801's deep-V 28'2" hull and 9'6" beam below the hardtop while the roof stays exposed. The pattern accounts for the twin-engine transom, deep cockpit, leaning post, and offshore helm station.
Under 5 minutes solo even at 28'2". Drape from bow to stern, work around T-Top legs, secure with hem cord and adjustable straps. The 2801's 9'6" 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 seating. Engine lower units remain visible below the fabric at the stern. UV, rain, salt, and debris are all blocked.
Yes. Designed for long-term dock lift storage. Breathable fabric prevents mildew during weeks of storage, DWR finish sheds rain, and solution-dyed color resists UV fading season after season. At 28 feet, most 2801 owners keep the boat on a lift rather than a trailer.
2-year manufacturer warranty. 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 on the 2801's premium electronics and upholstery during extended dock storage.
Yes. Pattern-cut to the Parker 2801's standard dimensions (28'2" LOA, 9'6" beam) with factory T-Top. Now part of the Correct Craft family, Parker has maintained consistent hull dimensions.
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.
⏱️ 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
Parker 2801 T-Top Boat Cover — Twin-Engine Gulf Stream Flagship
The Parker 2801 stretches 28’2″ overall with a 9’6″ beam, approximately 6,000 pounds dry, and a deep-V hull with 20 inches of draft — the largest center console in Parker Boats’ lineup and the boat built for anglers who run the Gulf Stream out of Beaufort Inlet. Built at Parker’s 225,000-square-foot facility in Beaufort, North Carolina — now part of the Correct Craft family — the 2801 handles up to 600 combined horsepower on twin outboards with 220 gallons of fuel for all-day offshore range. Parker’s solid fiberglass hull construction uses hand-laid fiberglass with isophthalic polyester resin — no coring, no wood, no materials that absorb water — creating a hull that gets stronger with proper care rather than weaker. The 2801 is the boat that Crystal Coast charter captains and serious offshore anglers trust when the forecast calls for 3-5 foot seas and the tuna are biting 60 miles out. Browse the full Parker boat covers collection from the 1801 to this flagship 2801.
Flagship Fit for Parker’s Largest Platform
This cover is pattern-cut for the 2801’s deep-V offshore hull, twin-engine transom, deep cockpit with integrated livewells and fishboxes, leaning post tackle center, and T-Top configuration with overhead rod storage. The fabric wraps the solid fiberglass 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 tie-down straps secure the cover for dock lift or marina storage. Installation takes under five minutes solo even at 28 feet. The mid-size offshore option is the Parker 2300 DV T-Top boat cover, covering the 23-foot deep-vee with its 21-degree deadrise and 3-piece hull.
Bluewater Fabric for a Bluewater Flagship
The 2801 fishes the Gulf Stream, runs Cape Lookout, and handles the rough Beaufort Inlet crossing — the cover needs to match that intensity. Choose 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric for 5-7 years of UV and salt resistance, or premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8-10 years. Both are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and breathable — critical for the 2801’s electronics and upholstery during extended dock storage. Reinforced seams handle the demands of this larger hull. Every cover ships with a 2-year warranty within 1-2 business days. For Parker owners who also run the 21 SE, the Parker 21 SE T-Top boat cover delivers the same Beaufort-built quality for the Special Edition platform.
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