Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glacier Bay 3470 Cuddy 2011 vs Glacier Bay 3470 Ocean Runner 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glacier Bay 3470 Cuddy 2011 vs Glacier Bay 3470 Ocean Runner 2008 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Glacier Bay 3470 Cuddy 2011 measures 37,5 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 3,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glacier Bay 3470 Ocean Runner 2008 at 34,0 feet (2008). At 164 lbs and 187 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Glacier Bay 3470 Ocean Runner 2008 tops out at 380 hp. Engine specs for the Glacier Bay 3470 Cuddy 2011 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 3 gal and 3 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 12 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 Glacier Bay 3470 Cuddy 2011 at 37,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glacier Bay 3470 Ocean Runner 2008 at 34,0 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
MakeGlacier Bay
MakeGlacier Bay
Model3470 Cuddy
Model3470 Ocean Runner
Model Year2011
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam13 ft. 3 in. (4.04 m)
Beam13 ft. 3 in. (4.04 m)
Beam - Meters4.04
Beam - Meters4.04
Beam - Inches159
Beam - Inches159
Draft [max] - Detail32 in. (81.3 cm)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches32
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - DetailDisplacement: 16,400 lbs. (7,455 kg) Engine: 650 lbs. (294.8 kg)
Weight - Detail18,700 lbs. (8,482 kg)
Weight - kg7438.91
Weight - kg8482.17
Weight - lbs.164
Weight - lbs.187
Length - Feet37.5
Length - Feet34
Length overall - Detail37 ft. 6 in. (11.46 m)
Length overall - Detail34 ft. 6 in. (10.55 m)
Length overall - Meters11.43
Length overall - Meters10.52
Length overall - Inches45
Length overall - Inches414
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail48 in. (122 cm)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters1.22
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches48
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters10.55
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches6
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeCatamaran
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail300 gal. (1,136 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail300 gal. (1,136 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1135.62
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1135.62
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Engine maxnot available
Engine max380 hp (2,834 kW)
Performance
Maximum speed36 mph (57.9 km/h)
Maximum speednot available
Operational Info
StorageFish Well: 18 x 15 x 60 in. (45.7 x 38.1 x 152.4 cm)
Storagenot available
Water capacity60 gal. (227 l)
Water capacity60 gal. (227 l)
Maximum people12
Maximum people12
Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (113.6 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (114 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Holding tank capacity - Gal3
Holding tank capacity - Gal3