Explorer 485
If you are looking forward to your first boat or you are moving up from a smaller hull, what better way to begin with Cruise Craft than the Explorer 485. Easy to operate and easy to own, the Cruise Craft Explorer 485 is a fully featured all-rounder.
This is a wonderful family fishing platform with a full walk through deck. With family and friends on board, you can enjoy a comfortable day on the water fishing, relaxing and enjoying the company of your crew. There’s also the opportunity to go camping by the water and have loads of fun with a ski tube too.
The famed Explorer hull performs exceptionally well with a modest, fuel efficient mid-range outboard. The boat is towed on a single axle trailer making it a breeze to launch, then an effortless package to park away at home.
You can become a proud Cruise Craft owner and enjoy all the benefits of this high quality entry level boat, your life time association with Cruise Craft begins here.

Explorer 485 Brochure & Performance Bulletin’s
Hull Length | 4.70m | 15ft 5in |
Length with Bow Sprit | 4.95m | 16ft 3in |
Length Overall on Trailer (motor vertical) | 6.2m | 20ft 4in |
Height Overall on Trailer with Targa | N/A | |
Height Overall on Trailer at Screen | 2.17m (Approx) | |
Weight BMT | 1100kg (Approx) | |
Max Beam | 2.02m | 6ft 8in |
Deadrise Transom | 20 degrees | |
Transom Height | Long | |
Maximum HP | 90hp | |
Recommended HP | 70hp | |
Max No. Persons | 5 | |
Fuel Capacity | 60L |
All heights, lengths & widths are based on an applicable Cruise Craft trailer.
Cruise Craft Explorer 485… wonderful family fishing platform!
The Explorer 485 is a fully featured all rounder!
Anchor Locker Drain | Recessed Dash Grab Handle |
Anchor Locker Hatch | Roller Fairlead |
Auto Float Switch (Bilge Pump) | Seat Pedestal Frames |
Bow Eye | Single Battery SetUp (No Batteries) |
Bow Sprit | Stainless Steel Bow Rail |
Cockpit Side Pockets | Stainless Steel Cleats (Rear) |
Compass | Standard Bucket Seats |
Cross Bollard | Steering (Mechanical |
Drain Plug | Non-Feedback) |
Foam Filled Hull | Transom U Bolts |
Forward Access Hatch | Under Floor Fuel Tank(c/w Gauge & Sender) |
Front Storage Bins | Under Floor Storage (Cockpit) |
Navigation Lights P&S + Riding | Walk Through Transom Door |
Plastic Rod Holders (x2) | Windscreen (Curved Walk Thru) |
Specifications & Features subject to change.