Image Boats

Fresh out of the paintshop at Southland Commercial & Car Painters and looking absolutely stunning - our latest custom designed and built Image 8.25m Fishmaster is now heading into Fitout.

Even at this early stage she’s already showing the quality, lines and presence this build is all about. We can’t wait to bring her through the next stages and see her come to life.

Stay tuned - there’s plenty more to come on this one.

This custom-built Image 8.5m Fishmaster from Image Boats is turning heads already… and we’re only just getting started.

Sleek, bold, and built to stand out on the water — this paint job doesn’t just look incredible, it sets the tone for what’s about to become a seriously elite fishing and adventure machine.

Now the real magic begins…
⚡ FITOUT STAGE ⚡

We’re loading this beast with everything you could dream of (and more):

• Massive 2.8m beam for ultimate stability
• Walk-through transoms, boarding
platform + extra ladder
• Full cage with rod holders across the
back
• Comfortable overnight setup with
spacious king bed + 2 permanent
bunks
• Huge 700L fuel tank for serious range
• Smart gunnel storage with strip lighting
+ tie-down handrails
• Bait station with BBQ bayonet
• Separate toilet & shower cubicle with
black water tank (yes, it doubles as a
caravan 👌)
• A fully equipped galley perfect for
preparing fresh meals on board, from
leisurely breakfasts to cooking up the
day's catch in style
• Bi-fold doors + drop-down window for
seamless indoor/outdoor flow

And that’s just the start…

This build is stacked with premium tech and serious performance:

⚡ Twin Suzuki DF300 APX outboards
⚡ Twin GARMIN GPSMAP 8412XSV
chartplotters + autopilot
⚡ FLIR M232 thermal camera + Fantom
radar
⚡ Minn Kota RT Instinct Quest trolling
motor
⚡ Starlink onboard connectivity
⚡ Victron GX Touch 70 with 300Ah
lithium power system
⚡ Airmar + Garmin transducers for next-
level fish finding
⚡ Solar, diesel heating, outriggers, live
bait tank, craypot boom & winch … and
more.

Mounted on a custom Image tandem axle trailer with Dexter braking, mag wheels, and stainless components — this rig is built to go anywhere.

This isn’t just a boat.
It’s a full-blown offshore weapon, long-range explorer, and luxury escape all in one.

Stay tuned — the fitout is where this machine truly comes to life. 🚀