Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bryant 236 2006 vs Bryant 246 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bryant 236 2006 vs Bryant 246 2010 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 236 2006 at 23,0 ft versus Bryant 246 2010 at 24,5 ft. At 446 lbs and 382 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 236 2006 and 8 hp for the Bryant 246 2010. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bryant 236 2006 carries 64 gallons versus 49 gallons in the Bryant 246 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Bryant 236 2006 is rated for up to 13 people. Passenger data for the Bryant 246 2010 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Bryant 236 2006 and Bryant 246 2010 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 Year2006
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (8 ft. 6 in.)
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise17℃
Deadrise20℃ at transom
Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [max] - Detail30 in
Draft [max] - Detail32 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Inches3
Draft [max] - Inches32
Weight - Detail4,460 lbs
Weight - Detail3,820 lbs
Weight - kg2023.02
Weight - kg1732.72
Weight - lbs.446
Weight - lbs.382
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet24.5
Length - Inches4
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]25 ft. 10 in
Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 4 in
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters7.11
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches28
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailWith Trailer: 7 ft. 0 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters2.13
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches84
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 l
Engine/s standard5.0 l
Fuel tank capacity - Detail64 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail49 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters242.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters185.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal64
Fuel tank capacity - Gal49
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max8.1 l
Engine max8.1 l
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Water capacity13 gal
Water capacitynot available
Maximum people13
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - Height93 in. (7 ft. 9 in.)
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailShoreland'r; tandem axle, brakes on 1 axle
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee