Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Grady-White Express 305 2007 vs Grady-White Express 305 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Grady-White Express 305 2007 vs Grady-White Express 305 2013 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 Grady-White Express 305 2013 measures 32,6 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 29,6 additional feet of deck space compared to the Grady-White Express 305 2007 at 3,0 feet (2007). At 885 lbs and 885 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 700 hp, the Grady-White Express 305 2013 has a 100-hp advantage over the Grady-White Express 305 2007's 600-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 29 gal and 29 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 9 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 Grady-White Express 305 2013 at 32,6 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Grady-White Express 305 2007 at 3,0 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
MakeGrady-White
MakeGrady-White
ModelExpress 305
ModelExpress 305
Model Year2007
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10 ft. 7 in
Beam10 ft. 7 in. (3.23 m)
Beam - Meters3.23
Beam - Meters3.23
Beam - Inches127
Beam - Inches127
Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 9 in
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Hardtop: 9 ft. 9 in. (2.97 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.97
Bridge clearance - Meters2.97
Bridge clearance - Inches117
Bridge clearance - Inches117
Draft [max] - Detail19 in
Draft [max] - DetailHull: 23 in. (0.58 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.48
Draft [max] - Meters0.58
Draft [max] - Inches19
Draft [max] - Inches23
Weight - Detail8,850 lbs
Weight - DetailWithout Engine: 8,850 lbs. (4,014 kg)
Weight - kg4014.29
Weight - kg4014.29
Weight - lbs.885
Weight - lbs.885
Width [transom] - Detail9 ft. 6 in
Width [transom] - Detail9 ft. 6 in. (2.90 m)
Length - Feet3
Length - Feet32.58
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail30 ft. 6 in. (with pulpit 32 ft. 7 in.)
Length overall - DetailWith Pulpit: 32 ft. 7 in. (9.93 m) Center Line: 30 ft. 6 in. (9.30 m)
Length overall - Meters9.93
Length overall - Meters9.93
Length overall - Inches391
Length overall - Inches391
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - DetailCockpit: 28 in. (0.71 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches28
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail290 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail290 gal. (1,098 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1097.77
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1097.77
Fuel tank capacity - Gal29
Fuel tank capacity - Gal29
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Engine max600 hp
Engine max700 hp (522 kW)