Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Formula 260 Bowrider 2008 vs Formula 27 PC 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Formula 260 Bowrider 2008 against a deep vee Formula 27 PC 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 — Formula 260 Bowrider 2008 at 28,0 ft versus Formula 27 PC 2013 at 28,2 ft. At 63 lbs and 95 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.
Both boats are rated for 8 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 Formula 260 Bowrider 2008 and Formula 27 PC 2013 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
Model260 Bowrider
Model27 PC
Model Year2008
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam9 ft. 7 in. (2.92 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.92
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches115
Bridge clearance - DetailLight Load: 5 ft. (1.52 m) Light Load w/ Arch: 8 ft. 3 in. (2.51 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail10 ft. 4 in. (3.15 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.51
Bridge clearance - Meters3.15
Bridge clearance - Inches99
Bridge clearance - Inches124
Deadrise22℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [max] - Detail32 in. (0.81 m)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.91 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches32
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail6,300 lbs. (2,858 kg)
Weight - Detail9,500 lbs. (4,309 kg)
Weight - kg2857.63
Weight - kg4309.12
Weight - lbs.63
Weight - lbs.95
Length - Meters8.53
Length - Meters8.59
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet28.17
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 0 in. (8.53 m)
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 2 in. (8.59 m)
Length overall - Meters8.53
Length overall - Meters8.59
Length overall - Inches336
Length overall - Inches338
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]29 ft. 5 in. (8.97 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta Single 5.7 Gi DP
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail92 gal. (348 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail107 gal. (405 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters348.26
Fuel tank capacity - Liters405.04
Fuel tank capacity - Gal92
Fuel tank capacity - Gal107
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Operational Info
Water capacity14 gal. (53 l)
Water capacity27 gal. (102 l)
Headroomnot available
Headroom6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters90.85
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal24