Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Everglades Boats 243cc 2010 vs Everglades Boats 250CC 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Everglades Boats 243cc 2010 against a deep vee Everglades Boats 250CC 2013 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Everglades Boats 243cc 2010 at 26,9 ft versus Everglades Boats 250CC 2013 at 24,6 ft. At 35 lbs and 51 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 450 hp, the Everglades Boats 250CC 2013 has a 150-hp advantage over the Everglades Boats 243cc 2010's 300-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Everglades Boats 250CC 2013 carries 163 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Everglades Boats 243cc 2010. 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 243cc 2010 at 26,9 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Everglades Boats 250CC 2013 at 24,6 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 Year201
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 2 in
Beam9 ft. 3 in
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Meters2.82
Beam - Inches98
Beam - Inches111
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Hardtop: 7 ft. 6 in. Without Hardtop: 5 ft. 10 in
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 9 in. with hardtop
Bridge clearance - Meters2.29
Bridge clearance - Meters2.36
Bridge clearance - Inches9
Bridge clearance - Inches93
DeadriseAverage: 31 in. Transom: 19 in
DeadriseAverage: 37° Transom: 21°
Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.41
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] inches16
Draft [drive up] inches19
Draft [max] - Detail33 in
Draft [max] - Detail36 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail3,500 lbs. (no engine, approx.)
Weight - Detail5,100 lbs. (no engine, approx.)
Weight - kg1587.57
Weight - kg2313.32
Weight - lbs.35
Weight - lbs.51
Height [transom]30 in
Height [transom]30 / 25 in
Length - Feet26.92
Length - Feet24.58
Length overall - DetailWith Engine: 26 ft. 11 in. Without Engine: 24 ft. 3 in
Length overall - DetailWithout Engine: 24 ft. 7 in. With Engine: 27 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Meters8.2
Length overall - Meters8.31
Length overall - Inches323
Length overall - Inches327
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail163 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Liters617.02
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Fuel tank capacity - Gal163
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max300 hp
Engine max450 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeYamaha
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelF2
Operational Info
Water capacity9 gal
Water capacity20 gal
Maximum capacity1,725 lbs
Maximum capacity4,200 lbs
Maximum people12
Maximum people12
Performance
Cruising speednot available
Cruising speed28 mph
Maximum speednot available
Maximum speed49 mph