Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
MasterCraft 245V 2012 vs MasterCraft X-55 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee MasterCraft 245V 2012 against a deep vee MasterCraft X-55 2013 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — MasterCraft 245V 2012 at 24,2 ft versus MasterCraft X-55 2013 at 25,4 ft. At 473 lbs and 555 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.
Both boats are rated for 18 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 245V 2012 and MasterCraft X-55 2013 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 Year2012
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Depth - Detail28 in. (0.7 m) transom 32 in. (0.8 m) amidship
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail28 in. (0.7 m)
Draft [max] - Detail32 in. (0.81 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.71
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Inches28
Draft [max] - Inches32
Weight - Detail4,730 lbs. (2,145 kg)
Weight - Detail5,550 lbs. (2,517 kg)
Weight - kg2145.49
Weight - kg2517.44
Weight - lbs.473
Weight - lbs.555
Width [transom] - Detail102 in. (2.59 m) amidship
Width [transom] - Detail102 in. (2.59 m) amidship
Height - Detail110.5 in. (2.8 m) standard tower to lowest point on keel
Height - Detail110 in. (2.8 m) standard tower to lowest point on keel
Height - Meters2.82
Height - Meters2.79
Height - Inches110.5
Height - Inches11
Length - Feet24.17
Length - Feet25.42
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 3 in. (8 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 2 in. (7.37 m)
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 5 in. (7.75 m)
Length overall - Meters7.37
Length overall - Meters7.75
Length overall - Inches29
Length overall - Inches305
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeIlmor
Engine makeIlmor
Engine model5.7 l V-8, 320 hp (239 kW) 6.0 l V-8, 382 hp (285 kW) 6.2 l V-8, 430 hp (321 kW) 7.4 l V-8, 523 hp (390 kW)
Engine modelSee Options
Fuel tank capacity - Detail90 gal. (341 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail85 gal. (321 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters340.69
Fuel tank capacity - Liters321.76
Fuel tank capacity - Gal9
Fuel tank capacity - Gal85
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,928 lbs. (1,328 kg)
Maximum capacity3,000 lbs. (1,361 kg)
Maximum people18
Maximum people18
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 11 in. (8.2 m) 24 ft. 3 in. (7.4 m) swing away tongue
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight1,480 lbs. (671 kg)
Trailer - Weightnot available