Four Winns F244 2010 vs Four Winns H180 OB 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns F244 2010 or the Four Winns H180 OB 2011?

The Four Winns F244 2010 is the longer of the two at 25,5 feet overall. The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 comes in at 17,3 feet, making it roughly 8,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 is rated to a maximum of 130 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Four Winns F244 2010 tops out at 3 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Four Winns F244 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 is certified for 7. 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: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Four Winns F244 2010 measures 102" wide, compared to 9" for the Four Winns H180 OB 2011. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Four Winns F244 2010 or the Four Winns H180 OB 2011?

The Four Winns F244 2010 has the bigger tank at 65 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Four Winns H180 OB 2011. That 41-gallon difference translates to roughly 123–205 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Four Winns F244 2010 and Four Winns H180 OB 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns F244 2010 and the Four Winns H180 OB 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 F244 2010 vs Four Winns H180 OB 2011

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Four Winns F244 2010

2010

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Four Winns H180 OB 2011

2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Four Winns F244 2010 vs Four Winns H180 OB 2011 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Four Winns F244 2010 and the Four Winns H180 OB 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?

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 130 hp, the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 has a 127-hp advantage over the Four Winns F244 2010's 3-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Four Winns F244 2010 carries 65 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Four Winns H180 OB 2011. 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 F244 2010 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 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 F244 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Four Winns F244 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 25,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 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

ModelF244

ModelH180 OB

Model Year201

Model Year2011

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam7 ft. 6 in. (2.29 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters2.29

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches9

Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 2 in. (1.57 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail3 ft. 8 in. (1.12 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.57

Bridge clearance - Meters1.12

Bridge clearance - Inches62

Bridge clearance - Inches44

Deadrise17℃

Deadrise21℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43 cm)

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

Draft [drive up] meters0.43

Draft [drive up] meters0.41

Draft [drive up] inches17

Draft [drive up] inches16

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

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Inches33

Weight - Detail4,680 - 4,700 lbs. (2,120 - 2,130 kg) with engine

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - kg2131.88

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - lbs.47

Weight - lbs.not available

Height - Detail6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m)

Height - Detail4 ft. 7 in. (1.4 m)

Height - Meters1.93

Height - Meters1.4

Height - Inches76

Height - Inches55

Length - Feet25.5

Length - Feet17.33

Length overall - Detail25 ft. 6 in. (7.77 m)

Length overall - Detail17 ft. 4 in. (5.28 m)

Length overall - Meters7.77

Length overall - Meters5.28

Length overall - Inches306

Length overall - Inches208

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine makeVolvo

Engine makeEvinrude

Engine modelPenta 5.7 GiC/DP

Engine model90 E-TEC

Fuel tank capacity - Detail65 gal. (246 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters246.05

Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85

Fuel tank capacity - Gal65

Fuel tank capacity - Gal24

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Drive typeOutboard

Horsepower3

Horsepower90 hp

Engine maxnot available

Engine max130 hp

Operational Info

Water capacityPotable: 12 gal. (45 l)

Water capacitynot available

Maximum capacity2,050 lbs. (930 kg)

Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)

Maximum people13

Maximum people7

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 - DetailSure-Load? custom-matched, single axle with disc brakes

Trailer - HeightNo Wakeboard Tower: 8 ft. 2 in, (2.49 m) Wakeboard Tower Down: 8 ft. 2 in. (2.49 m) Wakeboard Tower Up: 11 ft. 0 in. (3.35 m)

Trailer - Height6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m) wakeboard tower down 9 ft. 3 in. (2.82 m) wakeboard tower up

Trailer - Weight2,030 lbs. (921 kg)

Trailer - Weightnot available

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over all19 ft. 4 in. (5.89 m)

Four Winns F244 2010 vs Four Winns H180 OB 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns F244 2010 or the Four Winns H180 OB 2011?

The Four Winns F244 2010 is the longer of the two at 25,5 feet overall. The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 comes in at 17,3 feet, making it roughly 8,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 is rated to a maximum of 130 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Four Winns F244 2010 tops out at 3 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Four Winns F244 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 is certified for 7. 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.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Four Winns F244 2010 measures 102" wide, compared to 9" for the Four Winns H180 OB 2011. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Four Winns F244 2010 or the Four Winns H180 OB 2011?

The Four Winns F244 2010 has the bigger tank at 65 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Four Winns H180 OB 2011. That 41-gallon difference translates to roughly 123–205 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Four Winns F244 2010 and Four Winns H180 OB 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns F244 2010 and the Four Winns H180 OB 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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