Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Four Winns H230 SS 2012 vs Four Winns V355 2010: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Four Winns H230 SS 2012 is a deep-V design and the Four Winns V355 2010 is a modified-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Four Winns V355 2010 measures 35,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 11,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Four Winns H230 SS 2012 at 23,3 feet (2012). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Four Winns V355 2010 tips the scales at 13 600 lbs - 9 220 lbs less than the Four Winns H230 SS 2012 at 4 380 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 V355 2010 tops out at 6 hp. Engine specs for the Four Winns H230 SS 2012 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Four Winns V355 2010 carries 200 gallons versus 50 gallons in the Four Winns H230 SS 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 11 passengers - a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Four Winns V355 2010 at 35,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Four Winns H230 SS 2012 at 23,3 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking - a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeFour Winns
MakeFour Winns
Model Year2012
Model Year2010
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 5 in. (2.55 m)
Beam11 ft. 6 in. (3.51 m)
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Meters3.51
Beam - Inches101
Beam - Inches138
Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. (1.22 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 10 ft. 2 in. (3.1 m) excludes electronics
Bridge clearance - Meters1.22
Bridge clearance - Meters3.1
Bridge clearance - Inches48
Bridge clearance - Inches122
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise19℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in. (41 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail28 in. (71 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.41
Draft [drive up] meters0.71
Draft [drive up] inches16
Draft [drive up] inches28
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (84 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (102 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches40
Weight - Detail4,380 lbs. (1,990 kg) with engine
Weight - Detail13,560 - 13,600 lbs. (6,150 - 6,170 kg) with engine
Weight - kg1986.73
Weight - kg6168.85
Weight - lbs.4380
Weight - lbs.13600
Height - Detail5 ft. 1 in. (1.55 m)
Height - DetailWith Arch: 12 ft. 2 in. (3.71 m) excludes electronics
Height - Meters1.55
Height - Meters3.71
Height - Inches61
Height - Inches146
Length - Feet23.33
Length - Feet35
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 4 in. (7.11 m)
Length overall - Detail35 ft. 0 in. (10.67 m)
Length overall - Meters7.11
Length overall - Meters10.67
Length overall - Inches280
Length overall - Inches420
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeVolvo
Engine makenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail200 gal. (757 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters757.08
Fuel tank capacity - Gal50
Fuel tank capacity - Gal200
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelVolvo
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard320
Horsepowernot available
HorsepowerPenta Twin 5.7 GXiC/DP EVC
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people11
Maximum people11
Headroomnot available
HeadroomMaximum: 6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)
Water capacitynot available
Water capacityPotable: 45 gal. (170 l)
Water heater capacitynot available
Water heater capacity10.5 gal. (40 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (113 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal30
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailSure-Load? custom-matched, tandem axle with tandem disc brakes
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Height6 ft. 9 in. (2.06 m) 8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m) wakeboard tower down 10 ft. 2 in. (3.1 m) wakeboard tower up
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Weight1,505 lbs. (683 kg)
Trailer - Weightnot available