Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Formula 27 Cruiser 2006 vs Formula 270 Bowrider 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Formula 27 Cruiser 2006 vs Formula 270 Bowrider 2010 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Formula 27 Cruiser 2006 at 29,0 ft versus Formula 270 Bowrider 2010 at 27,0 ft. At 95 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 27 Cruiser 2006 and Formula 270 Bowrider 2010 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
Model27 Cruiser
Model270 Bowrider
Model Year2006
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 7 in. (2.92 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.92
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches115
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - DetailLight Load: 10 ft. 4 in. (3.15 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 0 in. (2.52 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters3.15
Bridge clearance - Meters1.52
Bridge clearance - Inches124
Bridge clearance - Inches6
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise22℃
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (.91 m)
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches4
Weight - Detail9,500 lbs. (4,309 kg)
Weight - Detail6,200 lbs. (2,812 kg)
Weight - kg4309.12
Weight - kg2812.27
Weight - lbs.95
Weight - lbs.62
Length - Meters8.97
Length - Meters8.23
Length - Feet29
Length - Feet27
Length - Inches5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail29 ft. 5 in. (8.97 m) Less Bow Platform: 28 ft. 2 in. (8.59 m)
Length overall - Detail27.0 ft. (8.23 m)
Length overall - Meters8.97
Length overall - Meters8.23
Length overall - Inches353
Length overall - Inches324
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta Twin 5.0 GXi DP
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta Single 5.7 GiC DP
Fuel tank capacity - Detail107 gal. (405 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (379 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters405.04
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Gal107
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Max no of enginesnot available
Max no of engines1
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m)
Headroomnot available
Water capacity26.5 gal. (100 l)
Water capacitynot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (114 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal3
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee