Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Harris Flotebote Classic 240 2006 vs Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner LX 250 2005: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Harris Flotebote Classic 240 2006 vs Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner LX 250 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 Classic 240 2006 at 24,0 ft versus Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner LX 250 2005 at 25,0 ft. At 2 450 lbs and 2 350 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 - 140 hp for the Harris Flotebote Classic 240 2006 and 155 hp for the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner LX 250 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 Classic 240 2006 is rated for 17 passengers, while the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner LX 250 2005 caps at 15. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Harris Flotebote Classic 240 2006 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Harris Flotebote Classic 240 2006 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 Super Sunliner LX 250 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 15 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeHarris Flotebote
MakeHarris Flotebote
ModelClassic 240
ModelSuper Sunliner LX 250
Model Year2006
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detail62 in. (Bimini/stern light down) 112 in. (Walk-on top w/ stern light down)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.84
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches112
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail13 in.
Draft [drive up] - Detail12 in.
Draft [drive up] meters0.33
Draft [drive up] meters0.3
Draft [drive up] inches13
Draft [drive up] inches12
Draft [max] - Detail21 in.
Draft [max] - Detail21 in.
Draft [max] - Meters0.53
Draft [max] - Meters0.53
Draft [max] - Inches21
Draft [max] - Inches21
Weight - Detail2,450 lbs.
Weight - Detail2,350 lbs.
Weight - kg1111.3
Weight - kg1065.94
Weight - lbs.2450
Weight - lbs.2350
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet25
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Meters7.62
Length overall - Inches288
Length overall - Inches300
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]25 ft.
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 max155 hp W/Performance-III Package: 215 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people17 w/ Performance-III Package: 17
Maximum people15
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity2,135 lbs.