Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Harris Flotebote Classic 220 I/O 2005 vs Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner LX 250 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Harris Flotebote Classic 220 I/O 2005 vs Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner LX 250 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 Super Sunliner LX 250 2010 at 25,0 ft. At 305 lbs and 293 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 Harris Flotebote Classic 220 I/O 2005 carries a rated maximum of 225 hp. Engine data for the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner LX 250 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 Super Sunliner LX 250 2010 is rated for 16 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 Super Sunliner LX 250 2010 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner LX 250 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 16 passengers and at 25,0 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
ModelSuper Sunliner LX 25
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 - Detail2,625 lbs. Performance III Package: 2,930 lbs
Weight - kg1383.46
Weight - kg1329.02
Weight - lbs.305
Weight - lbs.293
Length [deck]22 ft
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet25
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail26 ft. Pontoon: 25 ft
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters7.92
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches312
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail62 in
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.57
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches62
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 standard175 hp with 25 in. tubes Performance III Package: 250 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail31 gal. Performance III Package: 50 gal. XTR Package: 81 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters306.62
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal81
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,625 lbs
Maximum capacity2,317 lbs. Performance III Package: 2,610 lbs
Maximum people11
Maximum people16
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon