780 Hard Top
Forged for Serious Sea Time
Challenge Marine proudly introduces the Offshore NZ 780 Hard Top – built tough for WA offshore conditions
The Offshore 780HT is built for serious offshore adventures, combining rugged performance with thoughtful design. Its spacious hard top cabin offers comfort and protection in all conditions, while clever storage solutions and heavy-duty construction ensure you’re ready for long-range trips. Whether you’re chasing game fish or cruising the coastline, the 780HT delivers confidence, capability, and true bluewater versatility – all backed by Offshore Boats NZ’s renowned build quality.
For those who demand more from their boat, the 780 Hard Top offers extensive customisation — from outriggers and rocket launchers to tuna tubes and more. Whether you’re chasing big fish offshore or tackling extended trips, the 780HT is designed to handle it all.
780 Hard Top
Standout Features
- Versatile Helm and Cabin Design
- Exceptional Storage & Liveability
- Built for Serious Fishing
Overall Length - 7.8m
Towing Weight - 3200kg
Recommended Outboard
HP - 225 to 450
Transom & Hull Thickness - 8mm
Beam - 2.6m
Deadrise - 18 Degrees
Alloy Rod Holders - 6
(Optional Extras - Rocket Launcher with 11 Rod Holders)
32mm Alloy Bow Rail
780 Hard Top
Push Further. Fish Harder.
780 Hard Top
Walkthough Video
780 Hard Top
Model Specifications.
- Seakeeper Ride *NOW STANDARD*
- 8mm Hull
- 5mm Smooth floor
- 300 litre fuel tank
- Walk through transom
- Portantino transom
- Forward access hatch
- Underfloor storage
- Counter levered seat bases
- Elite bolster seats with swivels & slides
- Lined Cabin & Squabs
- Hatches – battery boxes & transom
- Large dash
- Alloy rod holders x 6
- Rocket launcher with 6 rod holders
- Live bait tank incl glass
- Alloy bow rail 32mm
- Transom grab rails
- Boarding ladder x 1
- Hydraulic steering
- Helm
- Battery switch
- Wiring loom
- Navigation lights
- Bilge pump
- VHF
- Trim tabs
- Full Glass Windscreen 6mm
- Sliding Windows
- Hard Top
- Paint – colour and style TBC
- U-Dek complete
- Road travel cover
- Auto Anchor Kit RC8-8 Winch, Anchor, Rope & Chain
- Simrad NSS16 EVO3S
- TM275 Transducer
- GPS Antenna package
- S5100 Module
- Auto Pilot
- Fusion Baby Apollo Stereo
- Speakers x 2
- Lighting kit
- Elite bolster seats with swivels & slides
- Tuna Tubes
- Outriggers
- Bait Board – Standard
- Bait Board – Folding with 6 Rod Holders – Custom build
- Rocket Launcher with 11 Rod Holders
- Live Bait Tank Aerator
- Lighting Kit: 2 x Cabin Lights, 2 x Flood Lights & Blue Bait Tank Light
- Pirahna P3 Underwater Blue Lights x 2
- Blue Strip Lighting (Gunnels only)
- Deck Wash
- Gas Strut for Underfloor Storage
- Recessed Drink Holders x 6
- Gunnel Draws (each)
- Additional Grab Rails
- Electric Toilet
- 70 litre Icey Tek Ice Box (each)
- Icey Tek Bin Squabs (each)
- Wipers
- 225hp – 450hp (recommended or compatible engine range)
Note: All engine options come with Twin Batteries set up & outboard rigging.
Fully customised packages available above and beyond specs listed, including extended fuel range and custom fit outs
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