2020 Robalo R272 Center Console

Step aboard and you’ll notice how much “real” space the R272 gives you for a 27-footer. The wide beam carries forward, so the bow feels more like a lounge than a pointy fishing foredeck, and the higher freeboard keeps kids and guests feeling secure when the chop picks up. The helm layout has excellent sightlines standing or seated, and the powered windshield vent plus open side decks keep air moving without blasting everyone with spray. In the cockpit, the flip‑up seating lets you slide from serious fishing mode to family sandbar mode in seconds. Storage is everywhere and sensibly shaped, so gear actually has a home instead of ending up underfoot.

For local waters where you might run from shallow back bays out to open swells in one day, the R272’s hull and layout really shine. The deeper, heavier build soaks up short, confused chop, while the wide beam and tall bow keep the ride dry when afternoon wind kicks up. Draft is still reasonable for edging into sandbars and island coves, and the generous fuel capacity gives you range to roam without hunting for the next fuel dock. Twin engines offer the peace of mind you want when you’re a long run from the ramp, and the mix of family seating and real-deal fishing features suits how people actually use their boats here.