Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 vs Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 or the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013?

The Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 is the longer of the two at 23,2 feet overall. The Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 comes in at 20,8 feet, making it roughly 2,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 or the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013?

For trailering, the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 has the edge at 465 lbs dry weight versus 3 456 lbs for the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009. 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 Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 has a documented max rating of 430 hp. Engine specifications for the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 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 Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 is certified for 13. 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 Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 and Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 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: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 or the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013?

The Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 has the bigger tank at 45 gallons, versus 7 gallons on the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013. That 38-gallon difference translates to roughly 114–190 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 and Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 and the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 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.

Boat Comparison

Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 vs Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013

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Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009

2009

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Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013

2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 vs Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 — A Close Look at Two Deep Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 and the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 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 — Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 at 20,8 ft versus Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 at 23,2 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 tips the scales at 3 456 lbs — 2 991 lbs more than the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 at 465 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 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 tops out at 430 hp. Engine specs for the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 carries 45 gallons versus 7 gallons in the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 caps at 10. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 23,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 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

Model224 SE Cuddy

Model2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider

Model Year2009

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Depth - DetailCenterline at Floor: 32 in. (81.28 cm)

Depth - DetailCenterline at Floor: 36 in. (91.44 cm)

Depth - Centimeters81.28

Depth - Centimeters91.44

Depth - Inches32

Depth - Inches36

Weight - Detail3,456 lbs. (1,567.61 kg)

Weight - Detail4,650 lbs. (2,109.21 kg)

Weight - kg1567.61

Weight - kg2109.2

Weight - lbs.3456

Weight - lbs.465

Length - Meters6.35

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet20.83

Length - Feet23.17

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 10 in. (6.35 m)

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 2 in. (7.06 m)

Length overall - Meters6.35

Length overall - Meters7.06

Length overall - Inches25

Length overall - Inches278

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length [over all with swim platform]25 ft. 5 in. (7.75 m)

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal. (170.34 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal. (264.98 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34

Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98

Fuel tank capacity - Gal45

Fuel tank capacity - Gal7

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine maxnot available

Engine max430 hp

Operational Info

Maximum capacityNMMA Rated: 1,750 lbs. (793.79 kg)

Maximum capacityNMMA Rated: 2,050 lbs. (929.86 kg)

Maximum people10 or 1,500 lbs. (680.39 kg)

Maximum people13 or 1,950 lbs. (884.51 kg)

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity3.5 gal. (13.2 l)

Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 vs Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 or the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013?

The Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 is the longer of the two at 23,2 feet overall. The Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 comes in at 20,8 feet, making it roughly 2,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 or the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013?

For trailering, the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 has the edge at 465 lbs dry weight versus 3 456 lbs for the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009. 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 Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 has a documented max rating of 430 hp. Engine specifications for the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 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 Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 is certified for 13. 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 224 SE Cuddy 2009 and Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 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.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 or the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013?

The Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 has the bigger tank at 45 gallons, versus 7 gallons on the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013. That 38-gallon difference translates to roughly 114–190 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 and Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Ebbtide 224 SE Cuddy 2009 and the Ebbtide 2440 Z-Trak SS Bow Rider 2013 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.

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