Four Winns H180 OB 2011 vs Four Winns SL242 2008 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 or the Four Winns SL242 2008?

The Four Winns SL242 2008 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 comes in at 17,3 feet, making it roughly 6,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Four Winns SL242 2008 is rated to a maximum of 375 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 tops out at 130 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 H180 OB 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Four Winns SL242 2008 is certified for 12. 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 SL242 2008 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 H180 OB 2011 or the Four Winns SL242 2008?

The Four Winns SL242 2008 has the bigger tank at 58 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Four Winns H180 OB 2011. That 34-gallon difference translates to roughly 102–170 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 and Four Winns SL242 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 and the Four Winns SL242 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 H180 OB 2011 vs Four Winns SL242 2008

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Four Winns H180 OB 2011

2011

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Four Winns SL242 2008

2008

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Four Winns H180 OB 2011 vs Four Winns SL242 2008 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 and the Four Winns SL242 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?

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 375 hp, the Four Winns SL242 2008 has a 245-hp advantage over the Four Winns H180 OB 2011's 130-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 SL242 2008 carries 58 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 SL242 2008 is rated for 12 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 SL242 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Four Winns SL242 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 24,0 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

ModelH180 OB

ModelSL242

Model Year2011

Model Year2008

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam7 ft. 6 in. (2.29 m)

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.29

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches9

Beam - Inches102

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

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters1.12

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches44

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Deadrise21℃

Deadrise20℃

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

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.41

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] inches16

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

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

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Inches33

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

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

Height - Meters1.4

Height - Meters1.93

Height - Inches55

Height - Inches76

Length - Feet17.33

Length - Feet24

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

Length overall - Detail24 ft. 5 in. (7.44 m)

Length overall - Meters5.28

Length overall - Meters7.44

Length overall - Inches208

Length overall - Inches293

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - DetailWith Engine: 4,870 - 5,080 lbs. (2,210 - 2,300 kg)

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg2304.25

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.508

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters7.44

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches5

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine makeEvinrude

Engine makenot available

Engine model90 E-TEC

Engine modelnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail58 gal. (220 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85

Fuel tank capacity - Liters219.55

Fuel tank capacity - Gal24

Fuel tank capacity - Gal58

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typeI/O

Horsepower90 hp

Horsepowernot available

Engine max130 hp

Engine max375 hp

Engine/s standardnot available

Engine/s standardVolvo Penta 5.7 Gi/DP 300 hp

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)

Maximum capacity2,100 lbs. (953 kg)

Maximum people7

Maximum people12

Water capacitynot available

Water capacityPotable: 15 gal. (57 l)

Trailer Info

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

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

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

Trailer - Heightnot available

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

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Four Winns H180 OB 2011 vs Four Winns SL242 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 or the Four Winns SL242 2008?

The Four Winns SL242 2008 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 comes in at 17,3 feet, making it roughly 6,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Four Winns SL242 2008 is rated to a maximum of 375 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 tops out at 130 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 H180 OB 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Four Winns SL242 2008 is certified for 12. 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 SL242 2008 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 H180 OB 2011 or the Four Winns SL242 2008?

The Four Winns SL242 2008 has the bigger tank at 58 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Four Winns H180 OB 2011. That 34-gallon difference translates to roughly 102–170 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 and Four Winns SL242 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 and the Four Winns SL242 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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