Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Formula 353 FASTECH 2008 vs Formula 353 FASTECH 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Formula 353 FASTECH 2008 against a deep vee Formula 353 FASTECH 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 353 FASTECH 2008 at 35,0 ft versus Formula 353 FASTECH 2009 at 35,0 ft. At 95 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 10 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 353 FASTECH 2008 and Formula 353 FASTECH 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
Model353 FAS?Tech
Model353 FAS?TECH
Model Year2008
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 3 in. (2.51 m)
Beam8 ft. 3 in. (2.51 m)
Beam - Meters2.51
Beam - Meters2.51
Beam - Inches99
Beam - Inches99
Bridge clearance - DetailLight Load: 5 ft. 4 in. (1.63 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 4 in. (1.63 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.63
Bridge clearance - Meters1.63
Bridge clearance - Inches64
Bridge clearance - Inches64
Deadrise24℃
Deadrise24℃
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.91 m)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.91 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail9,500 lbs. (4,309 kg)
Weight - Detail9,500 lbs. (4,309 kg)
Weight - kg4309.12
Weight - kg4309.12
Weight - lbs.95
Weight - lbs.95
Length - Meters10.74
Length - Meters10.74
Length - Feet35
Length - Feet35
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches3
Length overall - Detail35 ft. 3 in. (10.74 m)
Length overall - Detail35 ft. 3 in. (10.74 m)
Length overall - Meters10.74
Length overall - Meters10.74
Length overall - Inches423
Length overall - Inches423
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMerCruiser? Twin 496 MAG Bravo One
Engine/s standardMerCruiser? twin 496 MAG Bravo 1
Fuel tank capacity - Detail149 gal. (564 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail149 gal. (564 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters564.03
Fuel tank capacity - Liters564.03
Fuel tank capacity - Gal149
Fuel tank capacity - Gal149
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Max no of enginesnot available
Max no of engines2
Operational Info
Headroom4 ft. 10 in. (1.47 m)
Headroom4 ft. 10 in. (1.47 m)
Water capacity19 gal. (72 l)
Water capacity19 gal. (72 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail6.5 gal. (25 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail2.6 gal. (9.8 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters26.5
Holding tank capacity - Liters11.36
Holding tank capacity - Gal6.5
Holding tank capacity - Gal2.6