Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 boat specs
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Formula 270 Bowrider 2009
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Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 boat specs
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Formula 310 Bowrider 2008
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Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 vs Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 and the Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 measures 31,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 at 27,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 tips the scales at 9 875 lbs — 9 813 lbs less than the Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 at 62 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 31,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeFormula
MakeFormula
Model270 Bowrider
Model310 Bowrider
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam9 ft. 6 in. (2.9 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.9
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches114
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 0 in. (2.52 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailLight Load: 6 ft. (1.83 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.52
Bridge clearance - Meters1.83
Bridge clearance - Inches6
Bridge clearance - Inches72
Deadrise22℃
Deadrise22℃
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m)
Draft [max] - Detail37 in. (0.94 m)
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Inches4
Draft [max] - Inches37
Weight - Detail6,200 lbs. (2,812 kg)
Weight - Detail9,875 lbs. (4,423 kg)
Weight - kg2812.27
Weight - kg4479.22
Weight - lbs.62
Weight - lbs.9875
Length - Meters8.23
Length - Meters9.45
Length - Feet27
Length - Feet31
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 0 in. (8.23 m)
Length overall - Detail31 ft. 0 in. (9.45 m)
Length overall - Meters8.23
Length overall - Meters9.45
Length overall - Inches324
Length overall - Inches372
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Max no of engines1
Max no of enginesnot available
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta 5.7 Gi DP
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta Twin 5.7 Gi DP
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (379 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail130 gal. (492 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Liters492.1
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Fuel tank capacity - Gal13
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Operational Info
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity30 gal. (114 l)

Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 vs Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 or the Formula 310 Bowrider 2008?
The Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 is the longer of the two at 31,0 feet overall. The Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 comes in at 27,0 feet, making it roughly 4,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 or the Formula 310 Bowrider 2008?
For trailering, the Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 has the edge at 62 lbs dry weight versus 9 875 lbs for the Formula 310 Bowrider 2008. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 is certified for 9. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 measures 114" wide, compared to 102" for the Formula 270 Bowrider 2009. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 or the Formula 310 Bowrider 2008?
The Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 has the bigger tank at 13 gallons, versus 1 gallons on the Formula 270 Bowrider 2009. That 12-gallon difference translates to roughly 36–60 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 and Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Formula 270 Bowrider 2009 and the Formula 310 Bowrider 2008 are built by Formula. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.