Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 boat specs
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Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013
2013
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Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 boat specs
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Avalon Paradise Funship 2010
2010
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Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 vs Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 — A Close Look at Two Pontoons

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 and the Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 are pontoon designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 at 25,0 ft versus Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 at 26,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 tips the scales at 2 475 lbs — 2 438 lbs less than the Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 at 37 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 250 hp, the Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 has a 75-hp advantage over the Avalon Paradise Funship 2010's 175-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 could be the deciding factor.

One place where both boats are genuinely identical is tube construction: both run 3 aluminum tubes at 25" diameter. That shared spec means stability and buoyancy characteristics are closely matched — the ride difference you'll feel between them comes primarily from deck length, weight distribution, and motor choice.

Bottom line: Choose the Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 26,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeAvalon
MakeAvalon
Model25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer
ModelParadise Funship
Model Year2013
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail3,700 lbs
Weight - Detail2,475 lbs
Weight - kg1678.29
Weight - kg1122.64
Weight - lbs.37
Weight - lbs.2475
Length - Feet25
Length - Feet26
Length overall - Detail25 ft
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters7.62
Length overall - Meters7.92
Length overall - Inches3
Length overall - Inches312
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePontoon
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in
Tube diameter25 in
Number of tubes3
Number of tubes3
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepower250 hp
Horsepowernot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal42
Engine maxnot available
Engine max175 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,850 lbs
Maximum capacity2,840 lbs
Maximum people12 / 1,910 lbs
Maximum people14 / 2,000 lbs

Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 vs Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 or the Avalon Paradise Funship 2010?
The Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 comes in at 25,0 feet, making it roughly 1,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 or the Avalon Paradise Funship 2010?
For trailering, the Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 has the edge at 37 lbs dry weight versus 2 475 lbs for the Avalon Paradise Funship 2010. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 tops out at 175 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 is certified for 14. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 and Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 share an 8 ft. 6 in beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Are the Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 and Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Avalon 25 ft. Ambassador Entertainer 2013 and the Avalon Paradise Funship 2010 are built by Avalon. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.