Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 240 2010 vs Harris Flotebote Sunliner 240 I/O 2006: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 240 2010 vs Harris Flotebote Sunliner 240 I/O 2006 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 Grand Mariner 240 2010 at 24,0 ft versus Harris Flotebote Sunliner 240 I/O 2006 at 24,0 ft. At 3 000 lbs and 3 000 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 Sunliner 240 I/O 2006 tops out at 135 hp. Engine specs for the Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 240 2010 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 240 2010 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Harris Flotebote Sunliner 240 I/O 2006 caps at 7. 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 2010 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Harris Flotebote Grand Mariner 240 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 16 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Harris Flotebote Sunliner 240 I/O 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeHarris Flotebote
MakeHarris Flotebote
ModelGrand Mariner 240
ModelSunliner 240 I/O
Model Year2010
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detail62 in.
Bridge clearance - Detail62 in. (Bimini/stern light down)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.57
Bridge clearance - Meters1.57
Bridge clearance - Inches62
Bridge clearance - Inches62
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 - Detail2,500 lbs. Performance III Package: 3,000 lbs.
Weight - Detail3,000 lbs.
Weight - kg1360.78
Weight - kg1360.78
Weight - lbs.3000
Weight - lbs.3000
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 5 in. Pontoon: 24 ft.
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters7.75
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Inches305
Length overall - Inches288
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull typePontoon
Hull typenot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in.
Tube diameter25 in.
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeMercury
Engine makenot available
Engine model50 ELPT BF 4S EFI
Engine modelnot available
Engine/s standard150 hp with 25 in. tubes Performance III Package: 250 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail31 gal. Performance III Package: 50 gal. XTR Package: 81 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters306.62
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal81
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max135 hp w/ Performance-III Package: 135 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,225 lbs. Performance III Package: 2,425 lbs.
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people16 Performance III Package: 16
Maximum peoplenot available