Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Harris Flotebote Sunliner 240 2005 vs Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 200 2009: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Harris Flotebote Sunliner 240 2005 vs Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 200 2009 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 Sunliner 240 2005 at 24,0 ft versus Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 200 2009 at 21,0 ft. At 2 261 lbs and 2 200 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 115 hp, the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 200 2009 has a 92-hp advantage over the Harris Flotebote Sunliner 240 2005's 23-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 Sunliner 240 2005 is rated for 15 passengers, while the Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 200 2009 caps at 13. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Harris Flotebote Sunliner 240 2005 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Harris Flotebote Sunliner 240 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 15 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Harris Flotebote Super Sunliner 200 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 13 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeHarris Flotebote
MakeHarris Flotebote
ModelSunliner 240
ModelSuper Sunliner 200
Model Year2005
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
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] - Detail22 in.
Draft [max] - Detail21 in.
Draft [max] - Meters0.56
Draft [max] - Meters0.53
Draft [max] - Inches22
Draft [max] - Inches21
Weight - Detail2,261 lbs.
Weight - Detail2,200 lbs.
Weight - kg1025.57
Weight - kg997.9
Weight - lbs.2261
Weight - lbs.2200
Length [deck]24 ft.
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet21
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 1 in.
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Meters6.43
Length overall - Inches288
Length overall - Inches253
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail62 in. bimini / stern light down
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.57
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches62
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches1
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in.
Tube diameter25 in.
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max23 in. Tubes: 135 hp 25 in. Tubes: 140 hp W/Performance-III Package: 200 hp
Engine max115 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard9.9 Mercury EL BF PK 4S
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum people15
Maximum people13
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,935 lbs.
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon