Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Beavertail 54 in. Wide Bottom 2008 vs Beavertail 60 in. Wide Bottom 2008 — A Close Look at Two Flats
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Beavertail 54 in. Wide Bottom 2008 and the Beavertail 60 in. Wide Bottom 2008 are flat 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?
Both boats are rated for 4 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Beavertail 54 in. Wide Bottom 2008 and Beavertail 60 in. Wide Bottom 2008 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeBeavertail
MakeBeavertail
Model54 in. Wide Bottom
Model60 in. Wide Bottom
Model Year2008
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Width [transom] - Detail54 in. (bottom)
Width [transom] - Detail60 in. (bottom)
Height - Detail24 in
Height - Detail24 in
Height - Meters0.61
Height - Meters0.61
Height - Inches24
Height - Inches24
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet16
Length overall - Detail16 ft
Length overall - Detail16 ft
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Inches192
Length overall - Inches192
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.1 ga
Hull thickness0.1 ga
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeFlat
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Beavertail 54 in. Wide Bottom 2008 vs Beavertail 60 in. Wide Bottom 2008 — Common Questions
Which is the larger boat — the Beavertail 54 in. Wide Bottom 2008 or the Beavertail 60 in. Wide Bottom 2008?
The Beavertail 60 in. Wide Bottom 2008 is the longer of the two at 16,0 feet overall. The Beavertail 54 in. Wide Bottom 2008 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Beavertail 54 in. Wide Bottom 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Beavertail 60 in. Wide Bottom 2008 is certified for 4. 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.
Are the Beavertail 54 in. Wide Bottom 2008 and Beavertail 60 in. Wide Bottom 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Beavertail 54 in. Wide Bottom 2008 and the Beavertail 60 in. Wide Bottom 2008 are built by Beavertail. 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.