Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 boat specs
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Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007
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Four Winns V265 2010 boat specs
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Four Winns V265 2010
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Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 vs Four Winns V265 2010: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 vs Four Winns V265 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 - Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 at 24,0 ft versus Four Winns V265 2010 at 26,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Four Winns V265 2010 tips the scales at 6 270 lbs - 2 040 lbs less than the Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 at 4 230 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.

The Four Winns V265 2010 tops out at 300 hp. Engine specs for the Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Four Winns V265 2010 carries 70 gallons versus 58 gallons in the Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Four Winns V265 2010 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Four Winns V265 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Four Winns V265 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 10 passengers and at 26,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeFour Winns
MakeFour Winns
Model240 Horizon
ModelV265
Model Year2007
Model Year2010
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.55 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise17℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (48 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [drive up] inches19
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - DetailWith Engine: 4,180-4,230 lbs. (1,900-1,920 kg)
Weight - Detail6,250 - 6,270 lbs. (2,830 - 2,840 kg) with engine
Weight - kg1918.69
Weight - kg2844.02
Weight - lbs.4230
Weight - lbs.6270
Length - Meters7.32
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet26
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in. (7.32 m)
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 0 in. (7.92 m)
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Meters7.92
Length overall - Inches288
Length overall - Inches312
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 11 in. (2.11 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.11
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches83
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail8 ft. 5 in. (2.57 m)
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters2.57
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches101
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 GXi/SX 270 hp Volvo Penta
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail58 gal. (220 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal. (265 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters219.55
Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98
Fuel tank capacity - Gal58
Fuel tank capacity - Gal70
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine makenot available
Engine makeVolvo
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelPenta 5.7 GiC/DP
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower300
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,100 lbs. (953 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Headroomnot available
HeadroomMaximum: 5 ft. 10 in. (1.78 m)
Water capacitynot available
Water capacityPotable: 16 gal. (60 l)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people10
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail16 gal. (60 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters60.57
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal16
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailSure-Load? custom-matched trailer, tandem axle w/brakes
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Weight1,440 lbs. (653 kg)
Trailer - Weight1,667 lbs. (756 kg)
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Height10 ft. 0 in. (3.05 m)

Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 vs Four Winns V265 2010 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 or the Four Winns V265 2010?
The Four Winns V265 2010 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 comes in at 24,0 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 or the Four Winns V265 2010?
For trailering, the Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 has the edge at 4 230 lbs dry weight versus 6 270 lbs for the Four Winns V265 2010. 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.
What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Four Winns V265 2010 has a documented max rating of 300 hp. Engine specifications for the Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 were not available in our database - check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Four Winns V265 2010 is certified for 10. 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.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 and Four Winns V265 2010 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 or the Four Winns V265 2010?
The Four Winns V265 2010 has the bigger tank at 70 gallons, versus 58 gallons on the Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007. 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 Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 and Four Winns V265 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Four Winns 240 Horizon 2007 and the Four Winns V265 2010 are built by Four Winns. 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.