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Wide Range

Pursuit's versatile OS 355 is a social animal, and it will get fishermen offshore fast too.
Pursuit OS 355

Pursuit OS 355

The OS 355 serves equally well as hardcore sport-fisherman or family cruising craft. Courtesy Pursuit

Sitting at the dock in Clearwater, Florida, the Pursuit OS 355 ‘s cockpit seemed low-riding and kind of sporty compared to the high hardtop and forward section over the cabin. But running out in the 2-foot Gulf chop, it was clear that Pursuit’s intent was to maximize usability across every section — cockpit, hardtop and cabin.

The OS 355’s modified-V hull form blew through the waves, reaching a 41-knot top speed in less-than-ideal conditions. Powered by twin Yamaha F350 outboards, the hull felt solid in tight turns and took beam seas without flinching.

Pursuit OS 355

Pursuit OS 355

The helm deck includes a stainless-steel handrail along the hardtop, not to mention a helm seat that swivels 180 degrees. Courtesy Pursuit

The helm deck has a stainless-steel handrail along the hardtop, a helm seat that swivels 180 degrees and a drop-down step under the wheel for the helmsman who wants an extra 8 inches of height.

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Pursuit OS 355

Pursuit OS 355

The curved, single-piece windshield by Isoclima gives an undistorted view of the water. Courtesy Pursuit

This vessel has a multiuse cockpit too. Lounges fold down into a U shape, there is a drop-in table, and an electric Makefast sun awning slides out of the hardtop, creating a social environment.

41 KNOTS

With a pair of twin Yamaha F350 outboards, the OS 355 burns 57.6 gph at top speed. The sweet spot falls between 15 knots and 24 knots, with a consumption rate of 21.9/29.6 gph, respectively.

20/20 VISION

The curved, single-piece windshield by Isoclima gives an undistorted view of the water. Isoclima laminates glass and polycarbonate together to create a clear, composite windshield.

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FISHING-FRIENDLY

In-sole fish boxes with macerators, a 28-gallon livewell, a freezer and rocket launchers should please avid anglers.

SIBLING

The OS 325 has the same features as her larger sister, with the shared elements making these two Pursuits the next-generation Offshore models in the line. The 325 also shares a hard-charging, modified-V hull with outboard capacity of 600 hp to reach the canyons fast.

Pursuit OS 355

Pursuit OS 355

The OS 355 can reach a 41-knot top speed. Courtesy Pursuit

Belowdecks, the cabin feels like a luxury cruiser with 6-foot-8-inch headroom, teak floors and kaya joinery. A kaya wood table sits on an electric lift between two lounges, serving as a dining table or queen-size berth. Aft is a two-person midcabin berth. These details make this family/fishing machine a compelling option in this competitive segment.

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Pursuit OS 355

Pursuit OS 355

The OS 325 has the same features as her larger sister, making these two Pursuits the next-generation Offshore models in the line. The 325 also shares a hard-charging, modified-V hull with outboard capacity of 600 hp to reach the canyons fast. Courtesy Pursuit
Pursuit OS 355

Pursuit OS 355

The OS 325 has the same features as her larger sister, making these two Pursuits the next-generation Offshore models in the line. The 325 also shares a hard-charging, modified-V hull with outboard capacity of 600 hp to reach the canyons fast. Courtesy Pursuit
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