Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider  2007 boat specs
Ebbtide
Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007
2007
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Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 boat specs
Ebbtide
Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010
2010
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Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 vs Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 vs Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 measures 21,5 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 19,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). At 3 475 lbs and 3 475 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 320 hp for the Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 and 320 hp for the Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 45 gal and 45 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 caps at 10. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 10 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeEbbtide
MakeEbbtide
Model2100 Bow Rider
Model224 SE Bow Rider
Model Year2007
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Depth - Detail32 in
Depth - DetailCenterline at Floor: 32 in. (81.28 cm)
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inches32
Weight - Detail3,475 lbs
Weight - Detail3,475 lbs. (1,576.23 kg)
Weight - kg1576.23
Weight - kg1576.23
Weight - lbs.3475
Weight - lbs.3475
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet21.5
Length - Inches1
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Meters6.35
Length overall - Meters6.55
Length overall - Inches25
Length overall - Inches258
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 2 in. (7.06 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 Gxi Mpi SX 270 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal. (170.34 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34
Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal45
Fuel tank capacity - Gal45
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp
Engine max320 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,750 lbs
Maximum capacityNMMA Rated: 1,750 lbs. (793.79 kg)
Maximum people11
Maximum people10 or 1,500 lbs. (680.39 kg)

Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 vs Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 or the Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010?
The Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 is the longer of the two at 21,5 feet overall. The Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 19,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 or the Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010?
For trailering, the Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 has the edge at 3 475 lbs dry weight versus 3 475 lbs for the Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007. 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.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 11 passengers, while the Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 is certified for 10. 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 Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 and Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 share an 8 ft. 6 in 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 Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 and Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010?
Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 45 gallons and 45 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.
Are the Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 and Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Ebbtide 2100 Bow Rider 2007 and the Ebbtide 224 SE Bow Rider 2010 are built by Ebbtide. 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.