Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Fountain 42 Lightning 2022 vs Fountain 42 Poker Run 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Fountain 42 Lightning 2022 vs Fountain 42 Poker Run 2009 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.
The Fountain 42 Poker Run 2009 tops out at 2 hp. Engine specs for the Fountain 42 Lightning 2022 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 12 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 Fountain 42 Lightning 2022 and Fountain 42 Poker Run 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.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail42.00 ft
Length overall - Detail42 ft. 0 in. (12.8 m)
Length - Feet42
Length - Feet42
Length overall - Meters12.8
Length overall - Meters12.8
Length overall - Inches504
Length overall - Inches504
Beamnot available
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail48 in
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.22
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches48
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail40 in
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches4
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail9,200 lbs. (4,173 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg4173.05
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.92
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail220 gal. (833 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters832.79
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal22
Drive typenot available
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Engine maxnot available
Engine max2 staggered Mercury 525 EFI with Bravo 1-XR/SSM/ITS
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeFountain
Modelnot available
Model42 Poker Run
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2009
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee