The Bennington 168 L 2005 vs Bennington 2275 FS 2005 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Bennington 2275 FS 2005 measures 22,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 6,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Bennington 168 L 2005 at 16,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Bennington 2275 FS 2005 tips the scales at 1 835 lbs — 430 lbs less than the Bennington 168 L 2005 at 1 405 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 Bennington 168 L 2005 carries a rated maximum of 60 hp. Engine data for the Bennington 2275 FS 2005 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Bennington 2275 FS 2005 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Bennington 168 L 2005 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Bennington 2275 FS 2005 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Bennington 2275 FS 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Bennington 168 L 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.