Tidewater 282 Adventure Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 28'4"
- Beam: 9'10"
- Dry Weight: ~5,800 lbs
- Engine: Twin outboards, max 600 HP
- Fuel Capacity: 205 gallons
- Draft: ~18"
- Hull Type: Fiberglass deep-vee with CGSV stringer system, 100% foam-filled, 22° deadrise
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 28'4" Tidewater 282 Adventure 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 Tidewater 282 Adventure T-Top cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic. The 9oz option delivers 5–7 years of UV and weather protection, while Sunbrella extends that to 8–10 years. Both fabrics are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and engineered for the saltwater environments where the 282 Adventure operates.
Yes. The cover is pattern-cut with reinforced cutouts that wrap around the 282 Adventure's T-Top support legs. The fiberglass hardtop roof remains fully exposed while the cover protects the hull, console, leaning post, triple livewell system, tackle station, and full cockpit below.
Installation takes under five minutes with one person. Drape the cover over the hull, align the T-Top cutouts around the support legs, and secure the adjustable strap-and-buckle tie-downs at the rubrail. No tools or special equipment needed.
Yes. The cover is reinforced for highway-speed trailering with heavy-duty strap-and-buckle tie-downs that keep the fabric secure at speed. The 282 Adventure's 5,800-pound dry weight demands a cover built for road conditions, and this one delivers.
Yes. The cover creates a complete barrier over the 282 Adventure's helm electronics, multifunction displays, flip-down bolster seats, bow seating upholstery, and leaning post cushions. It blocks UV rays, rain, salt spray, pollen, bird droppings, and airborne debris.
Every Tidewater 282 Adventure T-Top cover includes a 2-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. The solution-dyed fabrics are engineered for 5–10 years of UV-stable performance depending on the option you select.
The cover is water-resistant with a DWR (durable water repellent) finish that sheds rain and spray. It is designed to be breathable rather than fully sealed, which prevents moisture and mildew from building up underneath — critical for protecting the 282 Adventure's upholstery, electronics, and fiberglass in humid coastal conditions.
This cover fits the Tidewater 282 Adventure (also known as the 282 CC Adventure) across standard production years with a factory T-Top. If Tidewater made significant dimensional changes to a specific model year, contact us to confirm fitment.
The 9oz solution-dyed fabric is available in Navy, Black, and Charcoal. Upgrading to Sunbrella acrylic opens an expanded color palette including Pacific Blue, Forest Green, Captain Navy, and additional options to complement the 282 Adventure's hull color.
Shipping is a flat rate per cover for delivery anywhere in the continental United States. Orders typically ship within 1–2 business days from our facility.
Tidewater 282 Adventure T-Top Boat Cover — Deep-Vee Offshore Protection Built in South Carolina
The Tidewater 282 Adventure sits at the heart of the CC Adventure lineup, built at Tidewater’s expanded Lexington, South Carolina facility by engineers who have made 100% foam-filled construction and Carolina-style bow flare the company’s signature since 2006. At 28’4″ with a 9’10” beam, 22-degree deadrise, and a 205-gallon fuel tank rated for up to 600 horsepower through twin outboards, the 282 Adventure handles everything from nearshore bottom fishing to offshore canyon runs. A custom-fitted T-Top boat covers option from our catalog protects the 282 Adventure’s triple livewell system, integrated tackle station, insulated coffin box, dual dive doors, and electric bow table from UV damage, salt corrosion, and weather between trips.
Tailored to the 282 Adventure’s Tournament-Ready Layout
This cover is pattern-cut specifically for the Tidewater 282 Adventure’s center console configuration, with reinforced cutouts that wrap precisely around the T-Top support legs while the fiberglass hardtop roof remains fully exposed above. The fabric drapes over the console head compartment, flip-down bolster helm seating, 30-gallon leaning post livewell, pair of aquarium-style transom livewells, nine rocket launchers, and the full cockpit from bow to stern. Installation takes under five minutes solo: drape, align, and buckle down. The reinforced construction handles highway-speed trailering on the Tidewater 180 Adventure boat cover trailer or extended dock storage with equal reliability, keeping the 282’s surfaces protected no matter how you store it.
Protection That Matches Tidewater’s CGSV Engineering
Tidewater’s proprietary Corrugated Grid Stringer Vertebra system delivers structural integrity that most builders in this class can’t match — and your cover should meet that same benchmark. Choose from 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric with a 5–7 year lifespan, or upgrade to premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8–10 years of protection. Both options are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and UV-stable with double-stitched seams throughout. Every cover ships with a 2-year manufacturer warranty and reflects the same quality standard we bring to every build in our lineup, including the Sea Vee 29 B boat cover for offshore performance hulls.
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