Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Eastern 24 Pilothouse 2008 vs Eastern 248 Islander 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Eastern 24 Pilothouse 2008 against a deep vee Eastern 248 Islander 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.
The Eastern 24 Pilothouse 2008 carries a rated maximum of 150 hp. Engine data for the Eastern 248 Islander 2012 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Eastern 24 Pilothouse 2008 carries 52 gallons versus 9 gallons in the Eastern 248 Islander 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 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: The Eastern 24 Pilothouse 2008 and Eastern 248 Islander 2012 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
Model24 Pilothouse
Model248 Islander
Model Year2008
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 8 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches102
Draft [max] - Detail15 in
Draft [max] - Detail15 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.38
Draft [max] - Meters0.38
Draft [max] - Inches15
Draft [max] - Inches15
Width [transom] - Detail25 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Detail24 ft
Length overall - Meters7.16
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Inches282
Length overall - Inches288
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail3,500 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1587.57
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.35
Body / Hull
Hull materialComposite
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail90 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84
Fuel tank capacity - Liters340.69
Fuel tank capacity - Gal52
Fuel tank capacity - Gal9
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max150 hp
Engine maxnot available