2022 44 Contender 44 ST “One More”.

Elevate your offshore fishing experience with the 2022 Contender 44 ST “ONE MORE” — the pinnacle of performance, durability, and technological innovation designed specifically for serious offshore anglers. Built to conquer the open sea, this vessel combines raw power, advanced electronics, and thoughtful design to give you the edge in every expedition. 

Powered by a quartet of Mercury Verado V8 300 hp engines, the Contender 44 ST delivers exhilarating speed, superior acceleration, and impressive fuel efficiency, allowing you to reach the most remote offshore fishing locations faster so you can fish longer. The quartet of 300 Verado’s provides unmatched reliability and maneuverability, giving you confidence to navigate through challenging conditions with ease. Whether you’re trolling the deep blue or making quick runs to distant grounds, this boat is engineered for serious offshore performance. 

Equipped with the latest SIMRAD suite of electronics, the 44 ST transforms your vessel into a high-tech offshore command center. Experience crystal-clear high-definition displays, integrated autopilot, advanced sonar, Starlink and GPS navigation that ensures you find, track, and target fish with precision. The intuitive interface and customizable features keep you in control, so you can focus on the thrill of the chase, not on fiddling with equipment. 

Built tough for the demands of the open ocean, the 44 ST features a deep-V hull for a smooth, stable ride even in rough seas. Its rugged construction and high-quality materials withstand the harshest conditions, providing peace of mind on extended trips. The layout is optimized for offshore fishing — with ample storage for tackle, gear, and boated fish, large live wells to keep bait lively, and strategically placed rod holders for maximum efficiency. The spacious deck layout ensures you have plenty of room to move, cast, and fight fish comfortably. 

Long offshore days require comfort and convenience, and the 44 ST delivers. The ergonomic helm station includes adjustable seating and intuitive controls, while the well-designed cabin and storage options keep your gear organized. Features like freshwater washdowns, shaded areas, and easy-access safety equipment make each trip safer and more enjoyable.

Whether you’re targeting marlin, tuna, mahi-mahi, or deep-sea bottom fish, the Contender 44 ST is your ultimate partner. Its combination of power, technology, and durability empowers you to push the limits of offshore fishing, turning every trip into a memorable adventure. With a reputation for quality and a design focused on the offshore fisherman’s needs, the 44 ST is ready to take on the ocean’s challenges and deliver unmatched performance.

• Quad Mercury Verado V8 300 hp main engines with 2450 Original Hours
• Mercury Smart Craft Vessel View 
• Optimus Steering
• Sea Keeper 3 Run Hours 1,500 Sea Hours 1,050
• STARLINK high speed internet access
• Freedom HF Inverter
• Dual SIMRAD NSO24 evo3S Multifunction Display with GPS Chart plotters, Sonar and Radar
• SIMRAD Closed Array Radar
• SIMRAD Auto Pilot
• Sionyx Nightwave Digital Marine Night Vision Camera
• Dual ICOM VHF Marine IC-M506 with Remote Mounted Command Mic
• JL Audio Media Master 105 Sirius XM Ready with JL Audio Speakers
• Custom JL Audio Stereo System with JL Audio Amplifiers with JL Audio Speakers
• Custom Black Rhino Lined T-top with aft rocket launcher with ability to hold 13 Rods
• Starboard Through T-top Rod Storage total of 6 Rods Black Rhino Lined
• Gemlux Outriggers
• Release Marine Rocket Launcher
• Variable speed Hooker Marine Pumps with Seachest for Transom Live wells and Aft InDeck Livewell
• Transom Mounter Tuna Tubes with Hooker Marine Pumps with Seachest
• T-Top Mount RIGID LED Bar Light
• Underwater Lights total of (4)
• Finger grip handrails on T-top
• Lighting packages
• Black Rino Lined Powder Coating T-Top and Low-Profile Bow Rail
• Gemlux Outriggers
• Gulper pumps in aft fish boxes with overboard draining
• Electric reel outlets
• Aft floor well Livewell with Hooker Marine Pumps Variable Speed
• Add a third transom well
• Custom Hooker Marine Pump live well system
• Additional rod/ cup holder and cleat options
• Low Profile Welded bow rail
• Shore power
• Boarding ladder options
• Transducer Installation
• Custom Black Edison Steering wheel
• Saltwater washdown systems
• Mercathode System
• Coffin box and forward lounge options
• Oversized Leaning posts
• Upgraded Llebroc Helm Seating
• Upgraded upholstery and stitching Hard T-top with rod holder, lighting and convenience options

• Anchor locker with molded in anchor storage
• 340-GAL forward fish box
• 315-GAL secondary forward fish box/ dry storage compartment
• (2) forward, under deck rod-lockers port and starboard
• A luxurious battleship grey boat with grey interior featuring quilted cushioned seats and a padded reclining area, set against a sleek and modern design.
• Built in console front seat with cushions and cooler or forward lounge
• XL M-Series console with (4) cupholders, isinglass enclosure and side entry door, teak package inside console with sink and shower, and Corian countertops
• A compact head compartment with a toilet, wooden flooring, a small sink, and a countertop with shelves. There is a small, oval-shaped window on the upper part of the wall
• Electric Head with y-valve
• A gray plastic spray nozzle with a ribbed grip is attached to a white coiled hose.
• 70-GAL freshwater system
• Cockpit coaming bolster
• A rear view of a boat with four outboard engines aligned in a row against a black background. The back of the boat includes hatches and compartments.
• (2) 55-GAL transom livewells w/ stainless steel pump box and (2) 1500 GPH pumps
• Full transom with integral dive platform and transom dive door Quad engines includes an enclosed transom with side dive door
• Close-up of the underside of a battleship grey vehicle showing a black rectangular component with several bolt holes.
• Livorsi Model 1050 trim tabs
• A view of an open marine boat's interior showing multiple storage compartments and an exposed engine area. The compartments are all open, displaying the boat's organized layout and equipment access.
• (2) 110-GAL aft fish boxes port and starboard
• An open hatch on a white surface reveals internal mechanical components with a blue-tinted light illuminating the inside.
• Oversized in deck bilge access

“One More” has been in private charter service for the past few years. The quad Mercury Verado V8’s has approximately 2,450 original hours. The current owner has priced the vessel with the current engine hours in mind giving the next owner the option for a repower option. This Contender 44 ST is well equipped for her size with the serious angler in mind. “One More” is known on the competitive Marlin tournament circuit a proven winner, winning the Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic in 2024. 

***Note the Seller has an Aluminum I-Beam Trailer he’s willing to include at the right sales price***

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Mechanical Disclaimer

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing.

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