Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 vs Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 or the Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011?

The Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 is the longer of the two at 23,0 feet overall. The Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 comes in at 22,0 feet, making it roughly 1,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 is certified for 11. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing - on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 and Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 share an 8 ft. 6 in. beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 or the Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011?

The Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 has the bigger tank at 50 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011. That 26-gallon difference translates to roughly 78–130 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 and Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 and the Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 are built by Harris Flotebote. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

Boat Comparison

Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 vs Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011

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Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011

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Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011

2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 vs Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011: A Close Look at Two Pontoon Boats

Both the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 and the Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 are pontoon designs, both built in aluminium, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 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 220 FX 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 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 Royal Heritage 230 2011 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

ModelCruiser 220 FX

ModelRoyal Heritage 230

Model Year2011

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in.

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail62 in.

Bridge clearance - Meters1.57

Bridge clearance - Inches62

Draft [drive up] - Detail12 in.

Draft [drive up] - Detail13 in.

Draft [drive up] meters0.3

Draft [drive up] meters0.33

Draft [drive up] inches12

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

Length - Feet22

Length - Feet23

Length overall - Detail23 ft. Pontoon: 22 ft.

Length overall - Detail25 ft. Pontoon: 23 ft.

Length overall - Meters7.01

Length overall - Meters7.62

Length overall - Inches276

Length overall - Inches300

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail2,496 lbs. Performance III Package: 2,913 lbs.

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg1321.31

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.2913

Body / Hull

Hull materialAluminum

Hull typePontoon

Pontoon and Inflatable Specific

Tube diameter25 in.

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard115 hp with 25 in. tubes

Engine/s standard150 hp with 25 in. tubes Performance III Package: 225 hp

Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal.

Fuel tank capacity - Detail31 gal. Performance III Package: 50 gal. XTR Package: 45 gal.

Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85

Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27

Fuel tank capacity - Gal24

Fuel tank capacity - Gal50

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Operational Info

Maximum capacity2,340 lbs.

Maximum capacity2,224 lbs. Performance III Package: 2,575 lbs.

Maximum people12

Maximum people11 Performance III Package: 13

Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 vs Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 or the Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011?

The Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 is the longer of the two at 23,0 feet overall. The Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 comes in at 22,0 feet, making it roughly 1,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 is certified for 11. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing - on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 and Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 share an 8 ft. 6 in. beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 or the Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011?

The Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 has the bigger tank at 50 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011. That 26-gallon difference translates to roughly 78–130 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 and Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Harris Flotebote Cruiser 220 FX 2011 and the Harris Flotebote Royal Heritage 230 2011 are built by Harris Flotebote. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

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