When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Checkmate Convincor 270 2013 and the Checkmate ZT 240 2010 are deep vee designs with fiberglass construction — 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 270 2013 at 27,0 ft versus Checkmate ZT 240 2010 at 24,1 ft. At 4 lbs and 36 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.
The Checkmate ZT 240 2010 tops out at 425 hp. Engine specs for the Checkmate Convincor 270 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 75 gal and 75 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Bottom line: The Checkmate Convincor 270 2013 at 27,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Checkmate ZT 240 2010 at 24,1 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.