Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 vs Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 or the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007?

The Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 is the longer of the two at 36,0 feet overall. The Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 comes in at 34,0 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 or the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007?

For trailering, the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 has the edge at 2 lbs dry weight versus 19 lbs for the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007. 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.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 has a documented max rating of 315 hp. Engine specifications for the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 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 Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 and Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 share an 14 ft. 2 in. (4.32 m) 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: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 and Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 25 gallons and 25 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 and Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 and the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 are built by Mainship. 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

Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 vs Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007

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Mainship 34 Trawler 2009

2009

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Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007

2007

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 vs Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 vs Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 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 — Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 at 34,0 ft versus Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 at 36,0 ft. At 2 lbs and 19 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 Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 carries a rated maximum of 315 hp. Engine data for the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 25 gal and 25 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 caps at 10. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 36,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 10 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeMainship

Model34 Trawler

Model34 Trawler Hardtop

Model Year2009

Model Year2007

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam14 ft. 2 in. (4.32 m)

Beam - Meters4.32

Beam - Inches17

Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 3 in. (0.99 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.99

Draft [max] - Inches39

Weight - Detail20,000 lbs. (9,080 kg)

Weight - Detail19,000 lbs. (8,626 kg)

Weight - kg9071.84

Weight - kg8618.25

Weight - lbs.2

Weight - lbs.19

Height - DetailClearance (Air Draft): 15 ft. (4.57 m)

Height - Detailnot available

Height - Meters4.57

Height - Metersnot available

Height - Inches18

Height - Inchesnot available

Length - Meters10.36

Length - Meters11

Length - Feet34

Length - Feet36

Length [over all with swim platform]36 ft. 1 in. (11 m) with pulpit

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length overall - Detail34 ft. 0 in. (10.36 m)

Length overall - Detail36 ft. 1 in. (11.00 m)

Length overall - Meters10.36

Length overall - Meters11

Length overall - Inches408

Length overall - Inches433

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - DetailAir Draft: 12 ft. 0 in. (3.66 m)

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters3.66

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches144

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches1

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeSemi Displacement

Hull typenot available

Engine and Drivetrain

Max no of engines2

Max no of enginesnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail250 gal. (946 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters946.35

Fuel tank capacity - Gal25

Fuel typeDiesel

Drive typeInboard

Engine maxTwin: 315 hp ea. (235 kW ea.)

Engine maxTwin Yanmar, 240 hp (179 kW)

Operational Info

Headroom6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m)

Sleeping capacity2-4

Sleeping capacity4

Water capacity70 gal. (265 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail34 gal. (129 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters128.7

Holding tank capacity - Gal34

Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 vs Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 or the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007?

The Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 is the longer of the two at 36,0 feet overall. The Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 comes in at 34,0 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 or the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007?

For trailering, the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 has the edge at 2 lbs dry weight versus 19 lbs for the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007. 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 has a documented max rating of 315 hp. Engine specifications for the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 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 Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 and Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 share an 14 ft. 2 in. (4.32 m) 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.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 and Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 25 gallons and 25 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 and Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Mainship 34 Trawler 2009 and the Mainship 34 Trawler Hardtop 2007 are built by Mainship. 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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