Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
MasterCraft 230 VRS 2006 vs MasterCraft MS235SS 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The MasterCraft 230 VRS 2006 vs MasterCraft MS235SS 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 — MasterCraft 230 VRS 2006 at 22,0 ft versus MasterCraft MS235SS 2009 at 23,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the MasterCraft MS235SS 2009 tips the scales at 465 lbs — 426 lbs less than the MasterCraft 230 VRS 2006 at 39 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.
Both boats are rated for 16 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 MasterCraft 230 VRS 2006 and MasterCraft MS235SS 2009 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeMasterCraft
MakeMasterCraft
Model Year2006
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inchesnot available
Depth - DetailTransom: 26 in. Amidship: 32 in
Depth - DetailTransom: 34 in. Amidship: 27 in
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimeters86.36
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inches34
Draft [max] - Detail26 in
Draft [max] - Detail27 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.66
Draft [max] - Meters0.69
Draft [max] - Inches26
Draft [max] - Inches27
Weight - Detail3,900 lbs
Weight - Detail4,650 lbs
Weight - kg1769.01
Weight - kg2109.2
Weight - lbs.39
Weight - lbs.465
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet23
Length - Inches5
Length - Inches5
Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 6 in
Length [over all with swim platform]25 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters6.83
Length overall - Meters7.14
Length overall - Inches269
Length overall - Inches281
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - DetailAmidship: 102 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailTow Bar Height to Waterline: 41 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters1.04
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches41
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail65 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters246.05
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Gal65
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,275 lbs
Maximum capacity2,400lbs
Maximum people16
Maximum people16
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allw/ Swing Away Tongue Folded: 22 ft. 10 in
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. w/ Swing Away Tongue: 23 ft. 6 in
Trailer - WeightTandem-axle: 1,250 lbs
Trailer - WeightTandem-axle: 1,250 lbs
Trailer - WidthTandem-axle: 100 in
Trailer - Widthnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee