Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Everglades Boats 240cc 2008 vs Everglades Boats 270cc 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a v-hull Everglades Boats 240cc 2008 against a modified vee Everglades Boats 270cc 2009 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Everglades Boats 270cc 2009 measures 29,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Everglades Boats 240cc 2008 at 24,0 feet (2008). At 4 lbs and 6 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 Everglades Boats 270cc 2009 tops out at 500 hp. Engine specs for the Everglades Boats 240cc 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Everglades Boats 240cc 2008 carries 163 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Everglades Boats 270cc 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 Everglades Boats 270cc 2009 at 29,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Everglades Boats 240cc 2008 at 24,0 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
MakeEverglades Boats
MakeEverglades Boats
Model Year2008
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 3 in. (2.82 m)
Beam9 ft. 9 in
Beam - Meters2.82
Beam - Meters2.97
Beam - Inches111
Beam - Inches117
Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 8 in. (2.64 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.64
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches104
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise38℃ Transom: 21℃
Deadrise37 in. Transom: 21 in
Draft [max] - Detail19 in. (0.48 m)
Draft [max] - Detail33 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.48
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inches19
Draft [max] - Inches33
Weight - Detail4,000 lbs. (1,814.37 kg)
Weight - Detail6,000 lbs. (no engine, approx.)
Weight - kg1814.37
Weight - kg2721.55
Weight - lbs.4
Weight - lbs.6
Height [transom]Single Engine: 30 in. (0.76 m) Twin Engine: 25 in. (0.64 m)
Height [transom]25 in
Length - Meters7.49
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet29
Length - Inches7
Length - Inches3
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 7 in. (7.49 m)
Length overall - DetailWith Engine: 29 ft. 3 in. Without Engine: 26 ft. 7 in
Length overall - Meters7.49
Length overall - Meters8.92
Length overall - Inches295
Length overall - Inches351
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail20 in
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches2
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeV-hull
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Max no of engines2
Max no of enginesnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail163 gal. (617.02 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail200 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters617.02
Fuel tank capacity - Liters757.08
Fuel tank capacity - Gal163
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max500 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,725 lbs. (782.45 kg)
Maximum capacity3,800 lbs
Maximum people12
Maximum people12
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity25 gal