Bayliner 225 2005 vs Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer - the Bayliner 225 2005 or the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009?

For trailering, the Bayliner 225 2005 has the edge at 3 368 lbs dry weight versus 6 354 lbs for the Bayliner Discovery 246 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.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 has a documented max rating of 300 hp. Engine specifications for the Bayliner 225 2005 were not available in our database - check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Bayliner 225 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 is certified for 8. 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.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Bayliner 225 2005 and Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) 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.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Bayliner 225 2005 or the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009?

The Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 has the bigger tank at 81 gallons, versus 50 gallons on the Bayliner 225 2005. That 31-gallon difference translates to roughly 93–155 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Bayliner 225 2005 and Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Bayliner 225 2005 and the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 are built by Bayliner. 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.

Boat Comparison

Bayliner 225 2005 vs Bayliner Discovery 246 2009

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Bayliner 225 2005

2005

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Bayliner Discovery 246 2009

2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Bayliner 225 2005 vs Bayliner Discovery 246 2009: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Bayliner 225 2005 vs Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story: intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.

The Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 tops out at 300 hp. Engine specs for the Bayliner 225 2005 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 carries 81 gallons versus 50 gallons in the Bayliner 225 2005. 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 Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Bayliner 225 2005 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 8 passengers and at 25,6 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Bayliner 225 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeBayliner

Model225

ModelDiscovery 246

Model Year2005

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. 9 in. (1.45 m)

Bridge clearance - DetailMax: 8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.45

Bridge clearance - Meters2.69

Bridge clearance - Inches57

Bridge clearance - Inches106

Deadrise20℃

Deadrise17℃

Draft [max] - DetailHull: 1 ft. 7 in. (.48 m) Max: 2 ft. 11 in. (.89 m)

Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 3 in. (0.99 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Meters0.99

Draft [max] - Inches35

Draft [max] - Inches39

Weight - Detail3,368 lbs. (1,528 kg)

Weight - Detail6,354 lbs. (2,882 kg)

Weight - kg1527.7

Weight - kg2882.12

Weight - lbs.3368

Weight - lbs.6354

Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in. (6.71 m) Rigged: 24 ft. 3 in. (7.32 m)

Length overall - Detail25 ft. 7 in. (7.8 m) Rigged: 26 ft. 7 in. (8.10 m)

Length overall - Meters7.39

Length overall - Meters8.1

Length overall - Inches291

Length overall - Inches319

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 9 in. (0.53 m)

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.53

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches21

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet25.58

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail81 gal. (306.6 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27

Fuel tank capacity - Liters306.62

Fuel tank capacity - Gal50

Fuel tank capacity - Gal81

Engine makenot available

Engine makeMercury

Engine modelnot available

Engine model5.7L MerCruiser® Bravo® III

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Drive typenot available

Drive typeI/O

Horsepowernot available

Horsepower250 hp

Engine maxnot available

Engine max300 hp

Operational Info

Water capacity10 gal. (37.8 l)

Water capacity20 gal. (75.7 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (75.7 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal20

Trailer Info

Trailer - HeightRigged: 7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m)

Trailer - HeightRigged: 12 ft. 6 in. (3.81 m)

Trailer - Length over allStorage Length (Tongue Swung to Side): 23 ft. 7 in. (7.19 m) Rigged: 24 ft. 3 in. (7.32 m)

Trailer - Length over allRigged: 30 ft. 2 in. (9.19 m)

Trailer - Weight4,168 lbs. (1,891 kg)

Trailer - WeightWith Standard Engine: 8,072 lbs. (3,661 kg)

Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Body / Hull

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeModified Vee

Bayliner 225 2005 vs Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 - Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer - the Bayliner 225 2005 or the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009?

For trailering, the Bayliner 225 2005 has the edge at 3 368 lbs dry weight versus 6 354 lbs for the Bayliner Discovery 246 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 Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 has a documented max rating of 300 hp. Engine specifications for the Bayliner 225 2005 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 Bayliner 225 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 is certified for 8. 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 Bayliner 225 2005 and Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) 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 Bayliner 225 2005 or the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009?

The Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 has the bigger tank at 81 gallons, versus 50 gallons on the Bayliner 225 2005. That 31-gallon difference translates to roughly 93–155 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Bayliner 225 2005 and Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Bayliner 225 2005 and the Bayliner Discovery 246 2009 are built by Bayliner. 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.

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