Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Harris Flotebote Classic 220 I/O 2005 vs Harris Flotebote Cruiser CX 220 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Harris Flotebote Classic 220 I/O 2005 vs Harris Flotebote Cruiser CX 220 2010 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 Classic 220 I/O 2005 at 22,0 ft versus Harris Flotebote Cruiser CX 220 2010 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Harris Flotebote Classic 220 I/O 2005 tips the scales at 305 lbs — 282 lbs more than the Harris Flotebote Cruiser CX 220 2010 at 23 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 Harris Flotebote Classic 220 I/O 2005 carries a rated maximum of 225 hp. Engine data for the Harris Flotebote Cruiser CX 220 2010 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Harris Flotebote Cruiser CX 220 2010 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Harris Flotebote Classic 220 I/O 2005 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 Cruiser CX 220 2010 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Harris Flotebote Cruiser CX 220 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Harris Flotebote Classic 220 I/O 2005 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
ModelClassic 220 I/O
ModelCruiser CX 22
Model Year2005
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Draft [drive up] - Detail15 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail12 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.38
Draft [drive up] meters0.3
Draft [drive up] inches15
Draft [drive up] inches12
Draft [max] - Detail33 in
Draft [max] - Detail21 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters0.53
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches21
Weight - Detail3,050 lbs
Weight - Detail2,300 lbs
Weight - kg1383.46
Weight - kg1043.26
Weight - lbs.305
Weight - lbs.23
Length [deck]22 ft
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet22
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail23 ft. Pontoon: 22 ft
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches276
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail60 in
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.52
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches6
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in
Tube diameter25 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max225 hp W/Performance-III Package: 225 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Engine modelnot available
Engine model50 ELPT BF 4S EFI
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard115 hp with 25 in. tubes
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,625 lbs
Maximum capacity1,625 lbs
Maximum people11
Maximum people12
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon