Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 boat specs
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Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008
2008
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Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 boat specs
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Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009
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Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 vs Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 — A Close Look at Two Pontoons

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 and the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 are pontoon designs with aluminum construction — 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 at 26,0 ft versus Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 at 25,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 tips the scales at 4 015 lbs — 1 551 lbs more than the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 at 2 464 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 has a 50-hp advantage over the Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008's 100-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 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 Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 16 passengers and at 25,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 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
ModelOutlook 24
ModelSuper Sunliner 240 LTD
Model Year2008
Model Year2009
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)
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] - Detail28 in
Draft [max] - Detail22 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.71
Draft [max] - Meters0.56
Draft [max] - Inches28
Draft [max] - Inches22
Weight - Detail4,015 lbs
Weight - Detail2,464 lbs
Weight - kg1821.17
Weight - kg1117.65
Weight - lbs.4015
Weight - lbs.2464
Length - Feet26
Length - Feet25
Length - Inches3
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters8
Length overall - Meters7.62
Length overall - Inches315
Length overall - Inches3
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard100 Mercruiser Vazer
Engine/s standard9.9 Mercury EL BF PK 4S
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max100 hp
Engine max150 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people15 @ 2,371 lbs
Maximum people16
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity2,340 lbs
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in

Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 vs Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 or the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009?
The Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 comes in at 25,0 feet, making it roughly 1,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 or the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009?
For trailering, the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 has the edge at 2 464 lbs dry weight versus 4 015 lbs for the Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 is rated to a maximum of 150 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 tops out at 100 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 15 passengers, while the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 is certified for 16. 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 Outlook 240 2008 and Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 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.
Are the Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 and Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Harris Flotebote Outlook 240 2008 and the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 240 LTD 2009 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.