Four Winns F224 2012 vs Four Winns H220 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns F224 2012 or the Four Winns H220 2011?

The Four Winns F224 2012 is the longer of the two at 23,7 feet overall. The Four Winns H220 2011 comes in at 22,0 feet, making it roughly 1,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Four Winns F224 2012 or the Four Winns H220 2011?

For trailering, the Four Winns H220 2011 has the edge at 37 lbs dry weight versus 424 lbs for the Four Winns F224 2012. 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.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Four Winns H220 2011 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Four Winns F224 2012 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Four Winns F224 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Four Winns H220 2011 is certified for 1. 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.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Four Winns F224 2012 and Four Winns H220 2011 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.

Q: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Four Winns F224 2012 and Four Winns H220 2011?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 5 gallons and 5 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Four Winns F224 2012 and Four Winns H220 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns F224 2012 and the Four Winns H220 2011 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.

Boat Comparison

Four Winns F224 2012 vs Four Winns H220 2011

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Four Winns F224 2012

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Four Winns H220 2011

2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Four Winns F224 2012 vs Four Winns H220 2011 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Four Winns F224 2012 and the Four Winns H220 2011 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Four Winns F224 2012 at 23,7 ft versus Four Winns H220 2011 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Four Winns F224 2012 tips the scales at 424 lbs — 387 lbs more than the Four Winns H220 2011 at 37 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 H220 2011 tops out at 320 hp. Engine specs for the Four Winns F224 2012 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 5 gal and 5 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Four Winns F224 2012 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Four Winns H220 2011 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Four Winns F224 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Four Winns F224 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 23,7 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Four Winns H220 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeFour Winns

ModelF224

ModelH22

Model Year2012

Model Year2011

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. 6 in. (1.37 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.37

Bridge clearance - Inches54

Deadrise17℃

Deadrise19℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail14 in. (36 cm)

Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in. (41 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.36

Draft [drive up] meters0.41

Draft [drive up] inches14

Draft [drive up] inches16

Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (79 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (84 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.79

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Inches31

Draft [max] - Inches33

Weight - Detail4,150 - 4,240 lbs. (1,880 - 1,920 kg) with engine

Weight - Detail3,650 - 3,700 lbs. (1,660 - 1,680 kg) with engine

Weight - kg1923.23

Weight - kg1678.29

Weight - lbs.424

Weight - lbs.37

Height - Detail6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m) with windshield 5 ft. 7 in. (1.71 m) with wind deflector

Height - Detail5 ft. 7 in. (1.7 m)

Height - Meters1.88

Height - Meters1.7

Height - Inches74

Height - Inches67

Length - Feet23.67

Length - Feet22

Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 8 in. (7.21 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length overall - Detail21 ft. (6.4 m) without swim platform

Length overall - Detail22 ft. (6.71 m)

Length overall - Meters6.4

Length overall - Meters6.71

Length overall - Inches252

Length overall - Inches264

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine makeMerCruiser or Volvo

Engine makeVolvo

Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27

Fuel tank capacity - Gal5

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine modelnot available

Engine modelPenta 5.7 GiC/SX

Horsepowernot available

Horsepower300 hp

Engine maxnot available

Engine max320 hp

Operational Info

Water capacityPotable: 12 gal. (45 l)

Water capacitynot available

Maximum capacity1,900 lbs. (862 kg)

Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)

Maximum people13

Maximum people1

Holding tank capacity - Detail2.6 gal. (9.8 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters11.36

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal2.6

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailSure-Load? custom-matched, tandem axle with tandem disc brakes

Trailer - Height8 ft. (2.44 m) wakeboard tower down 10 ft. 10 in. (3.30 m) wakeboard tower up 8 ft. (2.44 m) with windshield 7 ft. 5 in. (2.26 m) with wind deflector

Trailer - Height7 ft. 3 in. (2.21 m) 7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m) wakeboard tower down 10 ft. 9 in. (3.28 m) wakeboard tower up

Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 7 in. (7.8 m)

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Weight1,365 lbs. (619 kg)

Trailer - Weight1,293 lbs. (586 kg)

Four Winns F224 2012 vs Four Winns H220 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns F224 2012 or the Four Winns H220 2011?

The Four Winns F224 2012 is the longer of the two at 23,7 feet overall. The Four Winns H220 2011 comes in at 22,0 feet, making it roughly 1,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Four Winns F224 2012 or the Four Winns H220 2011?

For trailering, the Four Winns H220 2011 has the edge at 37 lbs dry weight versus 424 lbs for the Four Winns F224 2012. 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 H220 2011 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Four Winns F224 2012 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 F224 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Four Winns H220 2011 is certified for 1. 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 F224 2012 and Four Winns H220 2011 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.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Four Winns F224 2012 and Four Winns H220 2011?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 5 gallons and 5 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Four Winns F224 2012 and Four Winns H220 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns F224 2012 and the Four Winns H220 2011 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.

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