Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Harris Flotebote Classic 240 I/O 2005 vs Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 240 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Harris Flotebote Classic 240 I/O 2005 vs Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 240 2011 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 240 I/O 2005 at 24,0 ft versus Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 240 2011 at 24,0 ft. At 34 lbs and 3 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 240 I/O 2005 carries a rated maximum of 225 hp. Engine data for the Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 240 2011 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 Grand Mariner 240 2011 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Harris Flotebote Classic 240 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 Grand Mariner 240 2011 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 240 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Harris Flotebote Classic 240 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 240 I/O
ModelGrand Mariner 24
Model Year2005
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Draft [drive up] - Detail13 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail13 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.33
Draft [drive up] meters0.33
Draft [drive up] inches13
Draft [drive up] inches13
Draft [max] - Detail21 in
Draft [max] - Detail21 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.53
Draft [max] - Meters0.53
Draft [max] - Inches21
Draft [max] - Inches21
Weight - Detail3,400 lbs
Weight - Detail2,500 lbs. Performance III Package: 3,000 lbs
Weight - kg1542.21
Weight - kg1360.78
Weight - lbs.34
Weight - lbs.3
Length [deck]24 ft
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 5 in. Pontoon: 24 ft
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Meters7.75
Length overall - Inches288
Length overall - Inches305
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/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard150 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: 45 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,453 lbs
Maximum capacity2,333 lbs. Performance III Package: 2,712 lbs
Maximum people11
Maximum people12 Performance III Package: 14
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon