Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Formula 260 Sun Sport 2009 vs Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Formula 260 Sun Sport 2009 against a modified vee Formula 270 Bowrider 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Formula 260 Sun Sport 2009 at 28,0 ft versus Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 at 27,0 ft. At 63 lbs and 62 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 Sun Sport 2009 and Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 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 Sun Sport
Model270 Bowrider
Model Year2009
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - DetailLight Load: 5 ft. 0 in. (1.52 m) Light Load with Sport Arch: 8 ft. 3 in. (2.51 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 0 in. (2.52 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.51
Bridge clearance - Meters1.52
Bridge clearance - Inches99
Bridge clearance - Inches6
Deadrise22℃
Deadrise22℃
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (0.86 m)
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches4
Weight - Detail6,300 lbs. (2,858 kg)
Weight - Detail6,200 lbs. (2,812 kg)
Weight - kg2857.63
Weight - kg2812.27
Weight - lbs.63
Weight - lbs.62
Length - Meters8.53
Length - Meters8.23
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet27
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 0 in. (8.53 m)
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 0 in. (8.23 m)
Length overall - Meters8.53
Length overall - Meters8.23
Length overall - Inches336
Length overall - Inches324
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Max no of engines1
Max no of engines1
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta 5.7 Gi DP
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta 5.7 Gi DP
Fuel tank capacity - Detail92 gal. (348 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (379 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters348.26
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Gal92
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Operational Info
Headroom4 ft. 5 in. (1.35 m)
Headroomnot available
Water capacity15 gal. (57 l)
Water capacitynot available