Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bryant 232 2005 vs Bryant 240 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bryant 232 2005 vs Bryant 240 2007 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Bryant 232 2005 at 23,0 ft versus Bryant 240 2007 at 24,0 ft. At 376 lbs and 468 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 8 hp for the Bryant 232 2005 and 8 hp for the Bryant 240 2007. 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. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 64 gal and 63 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 Bryant 232 2005 and Bryant 240 2007 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
Model Year2005
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (8 ft. 6 in.)
Beam102 in. (8 ft. 6 in.)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise23 ℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] meters0.61
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [drive up] inches24
Draft [max] - Detail32 in
Draft [max] - Detail37 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Inches32
Draft [max] - Inches37
Weight - Detail3,760 lbs
Weight - Detail4,680 lbs
Weight - kg1705.51
Weight - kg2122.81
Weight - lbs.376
Weight - lbs.468
Height - Detail84 in. (7 ft. 0 in.) w/Trailer
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters2.13
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches84
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches2
Length - Inches3
Length [over all with swim platform]25 ft. 7 in
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Meters7.06
Length overall - Meters7.39
Length overall - Inches278
Length overall - Inches291
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.7 l
Engine/s standard5.7 L
Fuel tank capacity - Detail64 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail63 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters242.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters238.48
Fuel tank capacity - Gal64
Fuel tank capacity - Gal63
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max8.1 l
Engine max8.1 L
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass