Four Winns F224 2013 vs Four Winns V248 2008 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns F224 2013 or the Four Winns V248 2008?

The Four Winns F224 2013 is the longer of the two at 23,7 feet overall. The Four Winns V248 2008 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 0,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Four Winns F224 2013 or the Four Winns V248 2008?

For trailering, the Four Winns F224 2013 has the edge at 424 lbs dry weight versus 604 lbs for the Four Winns V248 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.

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

The Four Winns V248 2008 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Four Winns F224 2013 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 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Four Winns V248 2008 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 2013 and Four Winns V248 2008 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 2013 and Four Winns V248 2008?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 5 gallons and 7 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 2013 and Four Winns V248 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns F224 2013 and the Four Winns V248 2008 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 2013 vs Four Winns V248 2008

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Four Winns F224 2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Four Winns F224 2013 vs Four Winns V248 2008 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Four Winns F224 2013 and the Four Winns V248 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Four Winns F224 2013 at 23,7 ft versus Four Winns V248 2008 at 23,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Four Winns V248 2008 tips the scales at 604 lbs — 180 lbs less than the Four Winns F224 2013 at 424 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 V248 2008 tops out at 320 hp. Engine specs for the Four Winns F224 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 5 gal and 7 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 2013 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Four Winns V248 2008 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 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Four Winns F224 2013 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 V248 2008 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

ModelV248

Model Year2013

Model Year2008

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 - Detail6 ft. 9 in. (2.06 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.37

Bridge clearance - Meters2.06

Bridge clearance - Inches54

Bridge clearance - Inches81

Deadrise17℃

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

Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (48 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.36

Draft [drive up] meters0.48

Draft [drive up] inches14

Draft [drive up] inches19

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

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.79

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Inches31

Draft [max] - Inches36

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

Weight - DetailWith Engine: 5,990 - 6,040 lbs. (2,720 - 2,740 kg)

Weight - kg1923.23

Weight - kg2739.7

Weight - lbs.424

Weight - lbs.604

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

Height - Detail8 ft. 5 in. (2.57 m)

Height - Meters1.88

Height - Meters2.57

Height - Inches74

Height - Inches101

Length - Feet23.67

Length - Feet23

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

Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 2 in. (7.98 m)

Length overall - Detail21 ft. (6.4 m) with out swim platform

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 10 in. (7.27 m)

Length overall - Meters6.4

Length overall - Meters7.26

Length overall - Inches252

Length overall - Inches286

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters7.27

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches1

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine makeMerCruiser or Volvo

Engine makenot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal. (265 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27

Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98

Fuel tank capacity - Gal5

Fuel tank capacity - Gal7

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine/s standardnot available

Engine/s standardVolvo Penta 5.0 GXi/DP 270 hp

Engine maxnot available

Engine max320 hp

Operational Info

Water capacityPotable: 12 gal. (45 l)

Water capacityPotable: 20 gal. (76 l)

Maximum capacity1,900 lbs. (862 kg)

Maximum capacity2,350 lbs. (1,066 kg)

Maximum people13

Maximum people1

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

Holding tank capacity - Detail16 gal. (60 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters11.36

Holding tank capacity - Liters60.57

Holding tank capacity - Gal2.6

Holding tank capacity - Gal16

Headroomnot available

HeadroomMaximum: 5 ft. 10 in. (1.78 m)

Water heater capacitynot available

Water heater capacity6 gal

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailColor-matched, tandem axle with tandem disc brakes

Trailer - Detailnot available

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 - Heightnot available

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

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Weight1,365 lbs. (619 kg)

Trailer - Weight1,667 lbs. (756 kg)

Four Winns F224 2013 vs Four Winns V248 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns F224 2013 or the Four Winns V248 2008?

The Four Winns F224 2013 is the longer of the two at 23,7 feet overall. The Four Winns V248 2008 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 0,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Four Winns F224 2013 or the Four Winns V248 2008?

For trailering, the Four Winns F224 2013 has the edge at 424 lbs dry weight versus 604 lbs for the Four Winns V248 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Four Winns V248 2008 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Four Winns F224 2013 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 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Four Winns V248 2008 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 2013 and Four Winns V248 2008 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 2013 and Four Winns V248 2008?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 5 gallons and 7 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 2013 and Four Winns V248 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns F224 2013 and the Four Winns V248 2008 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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