Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Everglades Boats 243cc 2013 vs Everglades Boats 270cc 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Everglades Boats 243cc 2013 against a modified vee Everglades Boats 270cc 2011 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 2011 measures 29,3 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Everglades Boats 243cc 2013 at 24,3 feet (2013). At 35 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 500 hp, the Everglades Boats 270cc 2011 has a 200-hp advantage over the Everglades Boats 243cc 2013'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 243cc 2013 carries 8 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Everglades Boats 270cc 2011. 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 2011 at 29,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Everglades Boats 243cc 2013 at 24,3 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 Year2013
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 2 in
Beam9 ft. 9 in
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Meters2.97
Beam - Inches98
Beam - Inches117
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 9 in. without hardtop 7 ft. 5 in. with hardtop
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.26
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches89
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
DeadriseAverage: 31° Transom: 19°
DeadriseAverage: 37 in. Transom: 21 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail20 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.41
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] inches16
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [max] - Detail33 in
Draft [max] - Detail33 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches33
Weight - Detail3,500 lbs. (no engine, approx.)
Weight - Detail6,000 lbs. (no engine, approx.)
Weight - kg1587.57
Weight - kg2721.55
Weight - lbs.35
Weight - lbs.6
Height [transom]30 in
Height [transom]25 in
Length - Feet24.25
Length - Feet29.25
Length overall - DetailWithout Engine: 24 ft. 3 in. With Engine: 26 ft. 11 in
Length overall - DetailWith Engine: 29 ft. 3 in. Without Engine: 26 ft. 7 in
Length overall - Meters8.2
Length overall - Meters8.92
Length overall - Inches323
Length overall - Inches351
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeYamaha Honda
Engine makenot available
Engine modelYamaha: F300 Honda: 225
Engine modelnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail200 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Liters757.08
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max300 hp
Engine max500 hp
Performance
Cruising speedYamaha: 28 mph Honda: 27 mph
Cruising speednot available
Maximum speedYamaha: 50.1 mph Honda: 47 mph
Maximum speednot available
Operational Info
Water capacity9 gal
Water capacity25 gal
Maximum capacity1,725 lbs
Maximum capacity3,800 lbs
Maximum people12
Maximum people12