Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Harris Flotebote Classic 240 O/B 2005 vs Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 270 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Harris Flotebote Classic 240 O/B 2005 vs Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 270 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 240 O/B 2005 at 24,0 ft versus Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 270 2010 at 27,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 270 2010 tips the scales at 3 705 lbs — 3 460 lbs less than the Harris Flotebote Classic 240 O/B 2005 at 245 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 240 O/B 2005 carries a rated maximum of 140 hp. Engine data for the Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 270 2010 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
Both boats are rated for 17 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 Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 270 2010 at 27,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Harris Flotebote Classic 240 O/B 2005 at 24,0 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
MakeHarris Flotebote
MakeHarris Flotebote
ModelClassic 240 O/B
ModelRoyal Heritage 27
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] - 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] - Detail22 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.53
Draft [max] - Meters0.56
Draft [max] - Inches21
Draft [max] - Inches22
Weight - Detail2,450 lbs
Weight - Detail3,390 lbs. Performance III Package: 3,705 lbs
Weight - kg1111.3
Weight - kg1680.56
Weight - lbs.245
Weight - lbs.3705
Length [deck]24 ft
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet27
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 8 in. Pontoon: 27 ft
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Meters8.74
Length overall - Inches288
Length overall - Inches344
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 typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max140 hp W/Performance-III Package: 200 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: 300 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 capacity2,355 lbs
Maximum capacity2,454 lbs. Performance III Package: 2,691 lbs
Maximum people17
Maximum people17 Performance III Package: 18
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon