Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Ebbtide 2200 Bow Rider w/ Liner 2005 vs Ebbtide 2700 SS Cuddy Bow Rider 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Ebbtide 2200 Bow Rider w/ Liner 2005 vs Ebbtide 2700 SS Cuddy Bow Rider 2009 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 2700 SS Cuddy Bow Rider 2009 measures 26,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Ebbtide 2200 Bow Rider w/ Liner 2005 at 21,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Ebbtide 2200 Bow Rider w/ Liner 2005 tips the scales at 395 lbs — 343 lbs more than the Ebbtide 2700 SS Cuddy Bow Rider 2009 at 52 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 Ebbtide 2700 SS Cuddy Bow Rider 2009 tops out at 425 hp. Engine specs for the Ebbtide 2200 Bow Rider w/ Liner 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Ebbtide 2200 Bow Rider w/ Liner 2005 carries 55 gallons versus 11 gallons in the Ebbtide 2700 SS Cuddy Bow Rider 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 12 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 Ebbtide 2700 SS Cuddy Bow Rider 2009 at 26,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Ebbtide 2200 Bow Rider w/ Liner 2005 at 21,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model2200 Bow Rider w/ Liner
Model2700 SS Cuddy Bow Rider
Model Year2005
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Depth - Detail31 in
Depth - DetailCenterline at Floor: 37 in. (93.98 cm)
Depth - Centimeters78.74
Depth - Centimeters93.98
Depth - Inches31
Depth - Inches37
Weight - Detail3,950 lbs
Weight - Detail5,200 lbs. (2,358.68 kg)
Weight - kg1791.69
Weight - kg2358.68
Weight - lbs.395
Weight - lbs.52
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet26
Length - Inches8
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 0 in. (8.69 m)
Length overall - Meters6.6
Length overall - Meters7.92
Length overall - Inches26
Length overall - Inches312
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters7.92
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]28 ft. 6 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail55 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail110 gal. (416.39 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters208.2
Fuel tank capacity - Liters416.4
Fuel tank capacity - Gal55
Fuel tank capacity - Gal11
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury MerCruiser
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelV-8, 496 ci (8.1 l) Mag Hi-Output Bravo 1
Fuel systemnot available
Fuel systemMPI, water-cooled
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max425 hp (317 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,900 lbs
Maximum capacityNMMA Rated: 2,050 lbs. (929.86 kg)
Maximum people12
Maximum people12 or 1,950 lbs. (884.5 m)
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity8 gal. (30.24 l)
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Performance
Maximum speednot available
Maximum speed61.4 mph @ 4,950 rpm