Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Harris Flotebote Solstice 270 2011 vs Harris Flotebote Sunliner 200 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Harris Flotebote Solstice 270 2011 vs Harris Flotebote Sunliner 200 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Harris Flotebote Solstice 270 2011 measures 27,0 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 25,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Harris Flotebote Sunliner 200 2006 at 2,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Harris Flotebote Solstice 270 2011 tips the scales at 3 357 lbs — 3 192 lbs more than the Harris Flotebote Sunliner 200 2006 at 165 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 175 hp, the Harris Flotebote Solstice 270 2011 has a 80-hp advantage over the Harris Flotebote Sunliner 200 2006's 95-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 12 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 Solstice 270 2011 at 27,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Harris Flotebote Sunliner 200 2006 at 2,0 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
ModelSolstice 27
ModelSunliner 2
Model Year2011
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] - Detail10 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail12 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.25
Draft [drive up] meters0.3
Draft [drive up] inches1
Draft [drive up] inches12
Draft [max] - Detail19 in
Draft [max] - Detail21 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.48
Draft [max] - Meters0.53
Draft [max] - Inches19
Draft [max] - Inches21
Weight - Detail3,042 lbs. Performance III Package: 3,357 lbs
Weight - Detail1,650 lbs
Weight - kg1522.71
Weight - kg748.43
Weight - lbs.3357
Weight - lbs.165
Length - Feet27
Length - Feet2
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 2 in. Pontoon: 27 ft
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters8.59
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches338
Length overall - Inches24
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
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal. Performance III Package: 50 gal. XTR Package: 45 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepower175 hp with 25 in. tubes Performance III Package: 300 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine maxnot available
Engine max95 hp w/ Performance-III Package: 130 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity3,042 lbs. Performance III Package: 3,357 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people12 Performance III Package: 13
Maximum people12