Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Checkmate Convincor 300 2008 vs Checkmate ZT 275 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Checkmate Convincor 300 2008 vs Checkmate ZT 275 2013 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 — Checkmate Convincor 300 2008 at 29,0 ft versus Checkmate ZT 275 2013 at 27,3 ft. At 53 lbs and 41 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 Convincor 300 2008 carries a rated maximum of 525 hp. Engine data for the Checkmate ZT 275 2013 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Checkmate Convincor 300 2008 carries 13 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Checkmate ZT 275 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Checkmate Convincor 300 2008 and Checkmate ZT 275 2013 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
MakeCheckmate
MakeCheckmate
ModelConvincor 3
ModelZT 275
Model Year2008
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.51
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Inches99
Beam - Inches1
Deadrise24℃
Deadrise24℃
Weight - Detail5,300 lbs
Weight - Detail4,100 lbs. (approximate)
Weight - kg2404.04
Weight - kg1859.73
Weight - lbs.53
Weight - lbs.41
Length - Feet29
Length - Feet27.25
Length - Inches8
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]29 ft. 8 in
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail38 in
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches38
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters8.31
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches327
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMercruiser 6.2 MPI with Bravo I drive (320 hp)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail130 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (approximate)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters492.1
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Gal13
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max525 hp
Engine maxnot available