When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Concept 36 PR Open Fish 2008 and the Concept 36 SR Dual Console 2011 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 — Concept 36 PR Open Fish 2008 at 35,0 ft versus Concept 36 SR Dual Console 2011 at 36,0 ft. At 52 lbs and 52 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 900 hp, the Concept 36 SR Dual Console 2011 has a 300-hp advantage over the Concept 36 PR Open Fish 2008's 600-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 225 gal and 225 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 10 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Concept 36 SR Dual Console 2011 and its 900-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Concept 36 PR Open Fish 2008 with its 600-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.