Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 vs Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 or the Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009?

The Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 comes in at 27,2 feet, making it roughly 0,8 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 is rated to a maximum of 320 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 tops out at 2 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.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 2 passengers, while the Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 is certified for 15. 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 Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 and Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 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.

Q: Are the Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 and Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 and the Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 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.

Boat Comparison

Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 vs Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009

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Bennington 2575RLCi 2010

2010

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Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009

2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 vs Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009: A Close Look at Two Pontoon Boats

Both the Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 and the Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 are pontoon designs, both built in aluminium, so 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?

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 320 hp, the Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 has a 318-hp advantage over the Bennington 2575RLCi 2010's 2-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 is rated for 15 passengers, while the Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 caps at 2. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Both are 23-tube and 3-tube pontoon designs respectively. Tube diameter and gauge affect stability and load capacity - more so than most buyers realize when comparing on paper.

Bottom line: Choose the Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 15 passengers and at 28,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 2 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeBennington

Model2575RLCi

Model2875RLTD I/O

Model Year2010

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in.

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Weight - Detail2 Tubes: 2,649 lbs. 3 Tubes: 3,223 lbs. 2 Elliptical Tubes: 2,799 lbs. 3 Tube ESP: 3,298 lbs.

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - kg1495.95

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - lbs.3298

Weight - lbs.not available

Length [deck]24 ft. 11 in.

Length [deck]27 ft. 11 in.

Length - Feet27.17

Length - Feet28

Length overall - Detail27 ft. 2 in.

Length overall - Detail28 ft. 6 in.

Length overall - Meters8.28

Length overall - Meters8.69

Length overall - Inches326

Length overall - Inches342

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches6

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length [over all with swim platform]31 ft.

Body / Hull

Hull materialAluminum

Hull typePontoon

Pontoon and Inflatable Specific

Tube diameter25 in.

Tube gauge0.090 in.

Tube gauge0.09 in.

Number of tubes2 or 3

Number of tubes3

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail33 gal.

Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92

Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Gal33

Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typeI/O

Horsepower2 Tubes: 150 hp 3 Tubes: 300 hp 2 Elliptical Tubes: 150 hp 3 Tube ESP: 350 hp

Horsepowernot available

Engine maxnot available

Engine max320 hp

Operational Info

Maximum capacity2 Tubes: 2,092 lbs. 3 Tubes: 2,050 lbs. 2 Elliptical Tubes: 2,200 lbs. 3 Tube ESP: 2,324 lbs.

Maximum capacity2,100 lbs.

Maximum people2 Tubes: 13 3 Tubes: 14 2 Elliptical Tubes: 16 3 Tube ESP: 16

Maximum people15

Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 vs Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 or the Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009?

The Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 comes in at 27,2 feet, making it roughly 0,8 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 is rated to a maximum of 320 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 tops out at 2 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 2575RLCi 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 2 passengers, while the Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 is certified for 15. 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 2575RLCi 2010 and Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 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 2575RLCi 2010 and Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Bennington 2575RLCi 2010 and the Bennington 2875RLTD I/O 2009 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.

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