Both the Checkmate Convincor 260 2013 and the Checkmate ZT 275 2012 are deep-V designs, both built in fibreglass, 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?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Checkmate Convincor 260 2013 at 28,0 ft versus Checkmate ZT 275 2012 at 27,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Checkmate Convincor 260 2013 tips the scales at 4 340 lbs - 240 lbs more than the Checkmate ZT 275 2012 at 4 100 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 Checkmate ZT 275 2012 tops out at 525 hp. Engine specs for the Checkmate Convincor 260 2013 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 80 gal and 80 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Bottom line: The Checkmate Convincor 260 2013 and Checkmate ZT 275 2012 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.