Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Harris Flotebote 230 Fisherman 2007 vs Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Harris Flotebote 230 Fisherman 2007 vs Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 2005 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Harris Flotebote 230 Fisherman 2007 at 24,0 ft versus Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 2005 at 24,0 ft. At 195 lbs and 235 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 150 hp for the Harris Flotebote 230 Fisherman 2007 and 140 hp for the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 2005. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 2005 is rated for 17 passengers, while the Harris Flotebote 230 Fisherman 2007 caps at 11. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 2005 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 17 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Harris Flotebote 230 Fisherman 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 11 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeHarris Flotebote
MakeHarris Flotebote
Model230 Fisherman
ModelSuper Sunliner 24
Model Year2007
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - DetailBimini / Stern Light Down: 62 in
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.57
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches62
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail14 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail13 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.36
Draft [drive up] meters0.33
Draft [drive up] inches14
Draft [drive up] inches13
Draft [max] - Detail23 in
Draft [max] - Detail22 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.58
Draft [max] - Meters0.56
Draft [max] - Inches23
Draft [max] - Inches22
Weight - Detail1,950 lbs
Weight - Detail2,350 lbs
Weight - kg884.5
Weight - kg1065.94
Weight - lbs.195
Weight - lbs.235
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters7.44
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Inches293
Length overall - Inches288
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]24 ft
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in
Tube diameter25 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max150 hp
Engine max140 hp W/Performance-III Package: 200 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people11 @ 1,850 lbs
Maximum people17
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity2,305 lbs