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30ST

The 30 STEP: Where Performance Meets Fishability

The 30ST is our introduction into our true center console stepped hull lineup. Although the smallest in the series, the 30ST is a force to be reckoned with. The speed and performance of this model are unmatched by competitors in its class. With multiple options for consoles, tops, seating, and fishing accessories, we can custom build the boat of your dreams.

30ST

SPECIFICATIONS

LOA

29’ 8”

Beam

9’ 6”

draft

20”

weight

9,250 LBS

water

26 GAL

deadrise

24.5 DEG

Max hp

600 HP

Fuel

260 GAL

30ST
A

Anchor locker with molded in anchor storage

B
B

130 GAL forward fishbox

C
C

65 GAL secondary forward fish box/ dry storage compartment
D

(2) forward, under deck rod-lockers port and starboard

E

“Sport” console with (2) cupholders and side entry door

F

“Sport” console with (2) cupholders and side entry door

G

26 GAL freshwater system

H

(2) 70 GAL aft fishboxes port and starboard

I

Oversize in deck bilge access

J

(2) 40 GAL transom livewells w/ 1100 GPH plumbing

K

Full transom with integral dive platform and transom dive door

L

Livorsi Model 950 trim tabs

STANDARD FEATURES

Top view of a boat bow with white cushioned seats, chrome handrails, and open storage compartments.

A

Anchor locker with molded in anchor storage

A white marine boat interior featuring cushioned seating with quilted patterns, a central hatch door that opens to a storage compartment, and additional storage areas on the deck.

B

130 GAL forward fishbox

Interior of a white boat featuring an open storage compartment with a cushioned lid, revealing an access hatch below.

C

65 GAL secondary forward fish box/ dry storage compartment

The image shows the interior of a boat with open storage compartments, two padded bench seats, and a central compartment with a closed door. The seats and storage spaces are upholstered in light-colored material.

D

(2) forward, under deck rod-lockers port and starboard

E

Built in console front seat with cushions and cooler

A modern boat control console featuring a steering wheel, dual display screens, various switches, and controls, mounted on a white surface with stainless steel railings.

F

“Sport” console with (2) cupholders and side entry door

A gray plastic spray nozzle with a ribbed grip is attached to a white coiled hose.

G

26 GAL fresh water system

H

(2) 70 GAL aft fishboxes port and starboard

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I

Oversize in deck bilge access

A close-up of two open storage compartments on a white boat, showcasing clean interiors and featuring dual outboard motors in the background.

J

(2) 40 GAL transom livewells w/ 1100 GPH plumbing

K

Full transom with integral dive platform and transom dive door

L

Livorsi Model 950 trim tabs

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

  • Helm Master Autopilot and full maneuverability options
  • 2nd station options, Stand on Console with Hard Top, Stand on Console with Soft Top
  • Hard and soft t-tops with rod holder, lighting and convenience options
  • Finger grip hand-rails on t-top
  • Lighting packages
  • Powder Coating
  • Electric Head with y-valve
  • Folding arm rests on front of sport console
  • Electric reel outlets
  • Aft floorwell
  • Options for customizing livewell system
  • Additional rod/ cup holder and cleat options
  • Anchor chute and windlass
  • Welded bow rail
  • Towing bridle
  • Shore power
  • Boarding ladder options
  • Transducer Installation
  • Upgraded Isan glass enclosures with or without wings
  • Fiberglass radio box under hard top for sport console
  • Locking electronics box on sport console electronics face
  • Console glove box for sport console
  • Upgraded M-Series console
  • Teak package inside console
  • Outriggers
  • Gulper pumps in aft fishboxes with overboard draining
  • Upgraded steering wheel available
  • Saltwater washdown systems
  • Mercathode System
  • Upgraded trim tabs
  • Additional fuel capacity
  • Forward Seating options
  • Multiple Leaning posts available
  • Rear bench seating
  • Upgraded upholstery and stitching
  • Cockpit coaming bolster
A clean white boat seating area with a storage hatch and railings along the perimeter.

130 GAL forward fish box and recessed bow handrail

Two gray, padded boat seats with cut-out holes in the backrests situated on a boat docked at a marina.

Upgraded Llebroc twin mini billfish seats

A close-up view of two gray padded boat seats with armrests, mounted on a white base, adjacent to a boat steering wheel.

Fiberglass sport leaning post with twin mini billfish Llebroc seats

A close-up of a boat's built-in storage compartments, with two open rectangular bins lined in blue. The lids are propped open, and there is a small drain hole to the right. The surface is white and clean.

(2) 40 GAL Transom wells

A white marine toilet installed in a small, compact bathroom on a boat. The space is enclosed with modern fixtures and minimalistic design.

Electric Head w/ Y-valve

A cushioned bench seat with a light grey backrest and seat on a white base, featuring two metal latches, is mounted on a boat deck.

Console front seat/ cooler

An interior view of a boat showing three open storage compartments with hinged lids, designed for storing equipment or other items.

70 GAL aft fish boxes and oversize bilge access

A clean white boat seating area with a storage hatch and railings along the perimeter.

130 GAL forward fish box and recessed bow handrail

Two gray, padded boat seats with cut-out holes in the backrests situated on a boat docked at a marina.

Upgraded Llebroc twin mini billfish seats

A close-up view of two gray padded boat seats with armrests, mounted on a white base, adjacent to a boat steering wheel.

Fiberglass sport leaning post with twin mini billfish Llebroc seats

A close-up of a boat's built-in storage compartments, with two open rectangular bins lined in blue. The lids are propped open, and there is a small drain hole to the right. The surface is white and clean.

(2) 40 GAL Transom wells

A white marine toilet installed in a small, compact bathroom on a boat. The space is enclosed with modern fixtures and minimalistic design.

Electric Head w/ Y-valve

A cushioned bench seat with a light grey backrest and seat on a white base, featuring two metal latches, is mounted on a boat deck.

Console front seat/ cooler

An interior view of a boat showing three open storage compartments with hinged lids, designed for storing equipment or other items.

70 GAL aft fish boxes and oversize bilge access

The mighty 30ST

The 30ST packs a mighty punch with the legendary performance of our patented stepped hull design combined with the unmatched fishability Contender is known for. Every detail of these boats has been obsessed over and engineered to give you an edge on the water.

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READY TO FISH

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A person is holding a fish by the mouth next to a water surface, with the fish's large mouth open and fins visible.
Four people are on a boat. Two are seated, and two are standing. The boat is on water under a light sky, with fishing rods visible.

READY TO EXPLORE

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A group of people are on a motorized fishing boat with rods and equipment. The boat, labeled "Contender," is moving across calm water.
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READY TO WIN

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A person steers a white motorboat with twin outboard engines speeding across the water.
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