Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989 boat specs
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Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989
1989
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Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288  2001 boat specs
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Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001
2001
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Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989 vs Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989 vs Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001 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 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989 carries a rated maximum of 260 hp. Engine data for the Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001 carries 7 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989. 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 Mega Yacht 5288 2001 is rated for 17 passengers, while the Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 17 passengers and at 0,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail32.00 ft
Length overall - Detail56'0"/17.08m
Length - Feet32
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Meters9.75
Length overall - Meters17.07
Length overall - Inches384
Length overall - Inches672
Draft [max] - Detail3.00 ft
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft Min2.00 ft
Draft Minnot available
Beamnot available
Beam16'1"/4.91m
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters4.9
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches193
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise12 degrees
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail47,560 lbs/21,573kg
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg21572.84
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.4756
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters757.08
Fuel tank capacity - Liters2649.79
Engine makeOMC
Engine makenot available
Horsepower260 hp
Horsepowernot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeinboard
Drive typenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail700 gal/2649L
Operational Info
Sleeping capacity3
Sleeping capacitynot available
Head1
Headnot available
Water capacity5
Water capacity200 gal/757L
Holding tank capacity - Gal34
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters128.7
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeBayliner
Modelnot available
ModelMega Yacht 5288
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2001

Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989 vs Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001 — Common Questions

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989 has a documented max rating of 260 hp. Engine specifications for the Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001 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 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001 is certified for 17. 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.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989 or the Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001?
The Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001 has the bigger tank at 7 gallons, versus 2 gallons on the Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989. That 5-gallon difference translates to roughly 15–25 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989 and Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Bayliner 3255 Avanti Sunbridge 1989 and the Bayliner Mega Yacht 5288 2001 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.