Horizon Boats Horizon Northerner

The Horizon Northerner range delivers a versatile family of sportfishing boats built on the brand’s Hydro Lift hull, designed for stability, durability and confident performance. Spanning models from 4.15 metres through to 5.40 metres, the Northerner line-up caters to serious anglers who also want a capable platform for diving, cruising and general family boating.

Each Northerner combines a smooth-riding hull with a wide beam, raised casting platform and thoughtful deck layout to maximise fishability and comfort. Constructed from quality marine grade aluminium, these boats feature a robust pressed bottom, smooth side sheets and fully welded side decks for strength and longevity. Rated to suit a range of outboard horsepower options from 25hp up to 130hp across the series, the Northerner range is engineered for "no worries" boating enjoyment.

490 Northerner

• Length overall: 5.00 metres
• Beam: 2.40 metres
• Depth: 1.23 metres
• Bottom sheet: 4.0 mm
• Side sheet: 3.0 mm
• Transom: Long shaft
• Approximate hull weight: 492 kg (boat only)
• Recommended horsepower: 70 hp
• Maximum horsepower: 90 hp
• Persons capacity: 5 people

520 Northerner

• Length overall: 5.30 metres
• Beam: 2.40 metres
• Depth: 1.23 metres
• Bottom sheet: 4.0 mm
• Side sheet: 3.0 mm
• Transom: Long shaft
• Approximate hull weight: 525 kg (boat only)
• Recommended horsepower: 80 hp
• Maximum horsepower: 115 hp
• Persons capacity: 5 people

540 Northerner

• Length overall: 5.55 metres
• Beam: 2.40 metres
• Depth: 1.35 metres
• Bottom sheet: 4.0 mm
• Side sheet: 3.0 mm
• Transom: Long shaft
• Approximate hull weight: 580 kg (boat only)
• Recommended horsepower: 90 hp
• Maximum horsepower: 130 hp
• Persons capacity: 6 people

Standard features across Northerner models

• Hydro Lift hull with reverse chines for a soft, stable ride
• 4 mm pressed bottom sheets and 3 mm smooth side sheets
• Fast Back Transom MKII Sports configuration
• Rounded foredeck and fully welded side decks
• RAILBLAZA TracLoader coaming for flexible accessory mounting
• Raised casting platform with large storage hatches
• Sports side console with screen
• Dometic Seastar Extreme steering with Gussi sports steering wheel
• Full carpeted floor with underfloor flotation
• Plug-in seat positions (4) with pedestal-mounted DLX seats (2)
• 80–110 litre underfloor fuel tank with sender (capacity depending on model)
• 115 litre esky integrated into the casting deck
• Live bait tank, 30 litres, plumbed
• Electric motor mount for bow-mounted trolling motors
• Low short bow rails with bow roller, plus side rails front and rear
• Self-draining anchor well with tie-off point and bow cleat
• Centre battery storage, side pockets (2) and external keel
• Plastic rod holders (4) and transducer bracket
• SeaDek non-slip pads on transom and double bow eye
• Two cleats on transom and large screw-in bungs (2)
• Accessory kit including wiring harness, navigation lights and bilge pump
• Two-colour decals and painted white inside and out
• Australian Builders Plate and Captains Pack

Optional factory upgrades

• Two tone paint or metallic paint finishes
• 100 litre livewell in casting deck
• Transom door for easier boarding
• Kill tank with through-transom drainage
• Folding ladder or dedicated dive ladder
• Bait board or bait board with integrated bait tank
• Fixed bar bimini for shade
• SeaStar or Baistar hydraulic steering upgrades (model dependent)
• Multideck configuration options

This combination of a performance-focused hull, angler-friendly layout and durable aluminium construction makes the Northerner range a strong choice for inshore and offshore sportfishing, as well as relaxed days on the water with family and friends.