Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 boat specs
Baha Cruisers
Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010
2010
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Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 boat specs
Baha Cruisers
Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009
2009
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Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 vs Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 is a modified-V design and the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 measures 34,2 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 6,6 additional feet of deck space compared to the Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 at 27,6 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 tips the scales at 9 500 lbs - 3 500 lbs less than the Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 at 6 000 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 Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 carries a rated maximum of 140 hp. Engine data for the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 carries 212 gallons versus 150 gallons in the Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 10 passengers and at 34,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeBaha Cruisers
MakeBaha Cruisers
Model277 GLE Baha Cruisers
Model340 Mach 1/BR
Model Year2010
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 6 in.
Beam9 ft. 6 in.
Beam - Meters2.9
Beam - Meters2.9
Beam - Inches114
Beam - Inches114
Deadrise15℃
Deadrise25°
Weight - Detail6,000 lbs.
Weight - Detail9,500 lbs.
Weight - kg2721.55
Weight - kg4309.12
Weight - lbs.6000
Weight - lbs.9500
Length - Feet27.58
Length - Feet34.17
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 7 in.
Length overall - Detail34 ft. 2 in.
Length overall - Meters8.41
Length overall - Meters10.41
Length overall - Inches331
Length overall - Inches410
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail150 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail212 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Liters802.51
Fuel tank capacity - Gal150
Fuel tank capacity - Gal212
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Drive typeInboard
Engine maxTwin: 140 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Water capacity20 gal.
Water capacity30 gal.
Holding tank capacity - Detail15 gal.
Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal.
Holding tank capacity - Liters56.78
Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71
Holding tank capacity - Gal15
Holding tank capacity - Gal20

Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 vs Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 or the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009?
The Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 is the longer of the two at 34,2 feet overall. The Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 comes in at 27,6 feet, making it roughly 6,6 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 or the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009?
For trailering, the Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 has the edge at 6 000 lbs dry weight versus 9 500 lbs for the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009. 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.
What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 has a documented max rating of 140 hp. Engine specifications for the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 were not available in our database - check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 is certified for 10. 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 Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 and Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 share an 9 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.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 or the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009?
The Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 has the bigger tank at 212 gallons, versus 150 gallons on the Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010. That 62-gallon difference translates to roughly 186–310 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 and Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Baha Cruisers 277 GLE Baha Cruisers 2010 and the Baha Cruisers 340 Mach 1/BR 2009 are built by Baha Cruisers. 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.