Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 vs Cobalt Boats 273 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 or the Cobalt Boats 273 2013?

The Cobalt Boats 273 2013 is the longer of the two at 27,5 feet overall. The Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 comes in at 22,0 feet, making it roughly 5,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 or the Cobalt Boats 273 2013?

For trailering, the Cobalt Boats 273 2013 has the edge at 58 lbs dry weight versus 404 lbs for the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Cobalt Boats 273 2013 has a documented max rating of 430 hp. Engine specifications for the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Cobalt Boats 273 2013 is certified for 8. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 and Cobalt Boats 273 2013 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 or the Cobalt Boats 273 2013?

The Cobalt Boats 273 2013 has the bigger tank at 95 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008. That 90-gallon difference translates to roughly 270–450 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 and Cobalt Boats 273 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 and the Cobalt Boats 273 2013 are built by Cobalt Boats. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

Boat Comparison

Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 vs Cobalt Boats 273 2013

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Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 vs Cobalt Boats 273 2013 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 and the Cobalt Boats 273 2013 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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Cobalt Boats 273 2013 measures 27,5 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 5,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 at 22,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 tips the scales at 404 lbs — 346 lbs more than the Cobalt Boats 273 2013 at 58 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 Cobalt Boats 273 2013 tops out at 430 hp. Engine specs for the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Cobalt Boats 273 2013 carries 95 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Cobalt Boats 273 2013 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Cobalt Boats 273 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeCobalt Boats

Model220 Bowrider

Model273

Model Year2008

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. 3 in. (1.3 m) With arch or tower: 8 ft. 5 in. (2.56 m)

Bridge clearance - DetailWithout Bimini: 4 ft. 11 in. (1.5 m) With Arch or Tower: 7 ft. 7 in. (2.31 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters2.57

Bridge clearance - Meters2.31

Bridge clearance - Inches101

Bridge clearance - Inches91

Deadrise20℃

Deadrise21°

Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in. (0.61 m)

Draft [drive up] - Detail27 in. (0.69 m)

Draft [drive up] meters0.61

Draft [drive up] meters0.69

Draft [drive up] inches24

Draft [drive up] inches27

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.91 m)

Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (0.99 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Meters0.99

Draft [max] - Inches36

Draft [max] - Inches39

Weight - Detail4,040 lbs. (1,833 kg)

Weight - Detail5,800 lbs. (2,631 kg)

Weight - kg1832.51

Weight - kg2630.83

Weight - lbs.404

Weight - lbs.58

Length - Meters6.71

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet22

Length - Feet27.5

Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 0 in. (7.32 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]28 ft. 10 in. (8.79 m)

Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in. (6.71 m)

Length overall - Detail27 ft. 6 in. (8.38 m)

Length overall - Meters6.71

Length overall - Meters8.38

Length overall - Inches264

Length overall - Inches33

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardVolvo Single 5.0 GXI SX 270 php (201 PkW)

Engine/s standardVolvo Single V8-320C DP

Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail95 gal. (360 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27

Fuel tank capacity - Liters359.61

Fuel tank capacity - Gal5

Fuel tank capacity - Gal95

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Drive typeInboard/Outboard

Drive typeI/O

Horsepowernot available

Horsepower320 php (239 PkW)

Engine maxnot available

Engine max430 php (321 PkW)

Operational Info

Water capacityFresh: 10 gal. (38 l)

Water capacity10 gal. (38 l)

Maximum capacity1,650 lbs. (748 kg)

Maximum capacityYacht certified

Maximum people12

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Headnot available

HeadPorta Potti

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail10 gal. (38 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters37.85

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal1

Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 vs Cobalt Boats 273 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 or the Cobalt Boats 273 2013?

The Cobalt Boats 273 2013 is the longer of the two at 27,5 feet overall. The Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 comes in at 22,0 feet, making it roughly 5,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 or the Cobalt Boats 273 2013?

For trailering, the Cobalt Boats 273 2013 has the edge at 58 lbs dry weight versus 404 lbs for the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Cobalt Boats 273 2013 has a documented max rating of 430 hp. Engine specifications for the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Cobalt Boats 273 2013 is certified for 8. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 and Cobalt Boats 273 2013 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 or the Cobalt Boats 273 2013?

The Cobalt Boats 273 2013 has the bigger tank at 95 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008. That 90-gallon difference translates to roughly 270–450 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 and Cobalt Boats 273 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Cobalt Boats 220 Bowrider 2008 and the Cobalt Boats 273 2013 are built by Cobalt Boats. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

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