Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 vs Cobalt Boats A25 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 or the Cobalt Boats A25 2012?

The Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Cobalt Boats A25 2012 comes in at 25,5 feet, making it roughly 0,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 or the Cobalt Boats A25 2012?

For trailering, the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 has the edge at 525 lbs dry weight versus 5 125 lbs for the Cobalt Boats A25 2012. 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 A25 2012 has a documented max rating of 430 hp. Engine specifications for the Cobalt Boats 272 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 272 Bowrider 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Cobalt Boats A25 2012 is certified for 15. 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 272 Bowrider 2008 and Cobalt Boats A25 2012 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: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 and Cobalt Boats A25 2012?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 7 gallons and 5 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 and Cobalt Boats A25 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 and the Cobalt Boats A25 2012 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 272 Bowrider 2008 vs Cobalt Boats A25 2012

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Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 vs Cobalt Boats A25 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 against a deep vee Cobalt Boats A25 2012 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 at 26,0 ft versus Cobalt Boats A25 2012 at 25,5 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Cobalt Boats A25 2012 tips the scales at 5 125 lbs — 4 600 lbs less than the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 at 525 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 A25 2012 tops out at 430 hp. Engine specs for the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 7 gal and 5 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Cobalt Boats A25 2012 is rated for 15 passengers, while the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 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 A25 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Cobalt Boats A25 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 15 passengers and at 25,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 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

Model272 Bowrider

ModelA25

Model Year2008

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. 9 in. (1.45 m) With arch or tower: 85 in. (2.16 m)

Bridge clearance - DetailWithout Bimini: 4 ft. 11 in. (1.5 m) With Arch or Tower: 8 ft. 2 in. (2.49 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters2.16

Bridge clearance - Meters2.49

Bridge clearance - Inches85

Bridge clearance - Inches98

Deadrise22℃

Deadrise21°

Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (0.56 m)

Draft [drive up] - Detail30 in. (0.76 m)

Draft [drive up] meters0.56

Draft [drive up] meters0.76

Draft [drive up] inches22

Draft [drive up] inches3

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

Draft [max] - Meters0.99

Draft [max] - Inches39

Weight - Detail5,250 lbs. (2,381 kg)

Weight - Detail5,125 lbs. (2,325 kg)

Weight - kg2381.36

Weight - kg2324.66

Weight - lbs.525

Weight - lbs.5125

Length - Meters8.13

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet26

Length - Feet25.5

Length - Inches8

Length - Inchesnot available

Length [over all with swim platform]28 ft. 4 in. (8.66 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]25 ft. 6 in. (7.77 m)

Length overall - Detail26 ft. 8 in. (8.13 m)

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters8.13

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches32

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardVolvo Single 5.7 GI SX 280 php (209 PkW)

Engine/s standardVolvo Penta 5.7 GiC DP

Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal. (265 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98

Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27

Fuel tank capacity - Gal7

Fuel tank capacity - Gal5

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeInboard/Outboard

Drive typeI/O

Horsepowernot available

Horsepower300 php (313 PkW)

Engine maxnot available

Engine max430 php (321 PkW)

Operational Info

Water capacity10 gal. (38 l)

Maximum capacityYacht certified

Maximum capacity2,065 lbs. (937 kg)

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Maximum people15

Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 vs Cobalt Boats A25 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 or the Cobalt Boats A25 2012?

The Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Cobalt Boats A25 2012 comes in at 25,5 feet, making it roughly 0,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 or the Cobalt Boats A25 2012?

For trailering, the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 has the edge at 525 lbs dry weight versus 5 125 lbs for the Cobalt Boats A25 2012. 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 A25 2012 has a documented max rating of 430 hp. Engine specifications for the Cobalt Boats 272 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 272 Bowrider 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Cobalt Boats A25 2012 is certified for 15. 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 272 Bowrider 2008 and Cobalt Boats A25 2012 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.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 and Cobalt Boats A25 2012?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 7 gallons and 5 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 and Cobalt Boats A25 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Cobalt Boats 272 Bowrider 2008 and the Cobalt Boats A25 2012 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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