2020 Contender 44 FA ( Fisharound )
Extensively Updated • Triple New Mercury V10 Power • Joystick Piloting • Seakeeper • Garmin Electronics
The Contender 44 FA offers an impressive combination of serious offshore capability, performance and fishability with the added comfort and accommodations of its forward cabin design. It provides the cockpit space and offshore capability expected from a large Contender while offering additional protection and comfort for extended trips and family cruising.
With its brand-new triple Mercury 425 V10s, new Mercury JPO system, updated Garmin 9222 displays, serviced Seakeeper, Starlink, new three-sided polycarbonate enclosure, refreshed upholstery and extensive 2025–2026 updates, this 44 FA represents an opportunity for a buyer looking for a highly updated offshore platform with a significant amount of recently replaced equipment.
Major 2025–2026 Updates
Brand-new triple Mercury 425 V10 outboards – 2026
New Mercury Joystick Piloting system – 2026
New Mercury VesselView 9-Series display – 2026
New Garmin 9222-Series multifunction displays – 2026
New Garmin BlueNet 30 Gateway
New Garmin GSD 26 sounder module
Starlink – 2025
New Fusion head unit
New JL Audio amplifiers – 2026
New NOCO battery chargers – 2026
Lumitec Orbit lighting – 2026
Seakeeper full service completed – 2026
5kW gas generator serviced – 2026
New Silex diamond-stitch upholstery – 2025
New three-sided polycarbonate console enclosure – 2025
New Sunbrella cabin interior – 2025
Power & Performance
Brand-new triple Mercury 425 V10 outboards
Approximately 6 engine hours
New Mercury Joystick Piloting system
New Mercury VesselView 9-Series display
Electronics & Navigation
New Garmin 9222-Series multifunction displays
Garmin Phantom radar
New Garmin BlueNet 30 Gateway
New Garmin GSD 26 sounder module
Starlink
New Mercury VesselView 9-Series display
Audio, Electrical & Lighting
New Fusion head unit
JL Audio speakers
New JL Audio amplifiers
New NOCO battery chargers
Lumitec Orbit lighting
Mechanical & Vessel Systems
Seakeeper – full service completed in 2026
5kW gas generator – serviced in 2026
Updated electrical and vessel systems associated with the 2025–2026 overhaul
Upholstery, Enclosure & Interior
New Silex diamond-stitch upholstery
New three-sided polycarbonate console enclosure
New Sunbrella cabin interior
Custom one-piece protective cover covering the full console, forward lounge, and leaning-post skirt
Rear removable bench seat
Forward cabin design for added protection, comfort, and accommodations
Located in Madeira Beach, FL
Shown by appointment only
