McLay Sportsman 521 | Aluminium Fishing & Family Boat | Warren Hay Marine

The McLay Sportsman 521 is the perfect entry into the renowned McLay range, delivering impressive performance, practical fishability, and family-friendly versatility in a compact, easy-to-manage package. Built from premium New Zealand aluminium and designed to handle a wide range of conditions, the 521 offers the confidence to explore harbours, coastal waters, lakes, and offshore fishing grounds.

Featuring a spacious cockpit, stable hull design, and clever storage throughout, the Sportsman 521 is equally at home chasing snapper, towing the kids on a biscuit, or enjoying a relaxing day on the water with family and friends. Its efficient design makes launching, towing, and handling simple, while McLay's proven hull delivers a smooth, predictable ride.

Backed by a 5-year structural hull warranty, the Sportsman 521 combines quality craftsmanship, durability, and exceptional value, making it an ideal choice for first-time boat owners and experienced boaties alike. 

Key Specifications

• Length Overall (LOA): 5.18m
• Beam: 2.00m
• Freeboard: 600mm
• Approximate Hull Weight: 820kg
• Transom Height: 20"
• Recommended Horsepower: 50–60hp

Listed Price is for the base model, which includes: 

Boat

Side & top thickness - marine grade 3mm
Marine grade 5mm chines (bottom)
Welded 4mm tread plate floor giving underfloor buoyancy
Fuel tanks (portable) - 2 x 25L
Bow sprit with rope guides and rails
Cabin hatch
Cabin shelves
Welded alloy rod holders - 4
Cable steering
Wrap around Perspex screen
Fishing rod / storage alongside of cockpit
Swivel seats on pedestals
Large transom locker
Sportsman transom & pod
Two platforms, handrails and ladder
Self draining anchor locker with lid
Dash handrail
Helm and passenger footsteps
Front alloy bollard & 2 rear alloy cleats

Electrics

Wiring harness to run standard electrics & accessories
VHF & aerial
Battery, battery box and on/off switch
Bilge pump 1100 GPH
Navigation Lights
Anchor Light

Paint

Nyalic inside and out

Motor

Mercury 50 EXLPT 4 Stroke
Motor fitted and tank tested

Trailer

Single axle

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