Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
MasterCraft Maristar 245 VRS 2005 vs MasterCraft MS255SS 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The MasterCraft Maristar 245 VRS 2005 vs MasterCraft MS255SS 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 Maristar 245 VRS 2005 at 24,0 ft versus MasterCraft MS255SS 2009 at 25,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the MasterCraft MS255SS 2009 tips the scales at 485 lbs — 439 lbs less than the MasterCraft Maristar 245 VRS 2005 at 46 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 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 Maristar 245 VRS 2005 and MasterCraft MS255SS 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
ModelMaristar 245 VRS
ModelMS255SS
Model Year2005
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Depth - DetailTransom: 28 in. (.71 m) Amidship: 30 in. (.76 m)
Depth - DetailTransom: 32 in. Amidship: 25 in
Depth - Centimeters76.2
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Inches3
Depth - Inches32
Draft [max] - Detail28 in. (.71 m)
Draft [max] - Detail32 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.71
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Inches28
Draft [max] - Inches32
Weight - Detail4,600 lbs. (2,086 kg)
Weight - Detail4,850 lbs
Weight - kg2086.52
Weight - kg2199.92
Weight - lbs.46
Weight - lbs.485
Width [transom] - DetailWidth amidship: 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Width [transom] - DetailAmidship: 102 in
Length - Meters7.37
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet25
Length - Inches2
Length - Inches5
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 4 in. (8.03 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]27 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 2 in. (7.37 m)
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters7.37
Length overall - Meters7.75
Length overall - Inches29
Length overall - Inches305
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail90 gal. (341 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail90 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters340.69
Fuel tank capacity - Liters340.69
Fuel tank capacity - Gal9
Fuel tank capacity - Gal9
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,928 lbs (1,328 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people18
Maximum people18
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all27 ft. 5 in. (8.36 m) W/Pivot Tongue Folded: 24 ft. 11 in. (7.59 m)
Trailer - Length over all31 ft. 2 in
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - WeightTandem-axle: 1,375 lbs
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee