Bennington 2050SF 2009 boat specs
Bennington
Bennington 2050SF 2009
2009
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Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 boat specs
Bennington
Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006
2006
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Bennington 2050SF 2009 vs Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Bennington 2050SF 2009 vs Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 23 hp for the Bennington 2050SF 2009 and 8 hp for the Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Bennington 2050SF 2009 is rated for 23 passengers, while the Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Bennington 2050SF 2009 could be the deciding factor.

The Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Bennington 2050SF 2009 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.

Bottom line: Choose the Bennington 2050SF 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 23 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 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
MakeBennington
MakeBennington
Model2050SF
Model2575 RLTDIO
Model Year2009
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Weight - DetailWith 23 in. Tubes: 1,670 lbs. With 25 in. Tubes: 1,745 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg791.52
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.1745
Weight - lbs.not available
Length [deck]19 ft. 11 in
Length [deck]24 ft. 11 in
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet25
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters6.25
Length overall - Meters7.62
Length overall - Inches246
Length overall - Inches3
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailTop of Upper Deck Rail to Bottom of Pontoon Tube: 10 ft. 9 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters3.28
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches129
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]28 ft. 0 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull typePontoon
Hull typenot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 or 25 in
Tube diameter25 in
Tube gauge0.08 in
Tube gauge.090 in
Number of tubes2
Number of tubes2 or 3
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxWith 23 in. Tubes: 90 hp With 25 in. Tubes: 115 hp
Engine maxV8 small block
Operational Info
Maximum capacityWith 23 in. Tubes: 1,280 lbs. With 25 in. Tubes: 1,455 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum peopleWith 23 in. Tubes: 9 With 25 in. Tubes: 1
Maximum peoplenot available

Bennington 2050SF 2009 vs Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Bennington 2050SF 2009 or the Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006?
The Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 is the longer of the two at 25,0 feet overall. The Bennington 2050SF 2009 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 23,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Bennington 2050SF 2009 is rated to a maximum of 23 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 tops out at 8 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Bennington 2050SF 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 23 passengers, while the Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 is certified for 7. 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 Bennington 2050SF 2009 and Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 share an 8 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.
Are the Bennington 2050SF 2009 and Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Bennington 2050SF 2009 and the Bennington 2575 RLTDIO 2006 are built by Bennington. 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.