Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
MasterCraft MS235SS 2009 vs MasterCraft X-35 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee MasterCraft MS235SS 2009 against a deep vee MasterCraft X-35 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 MS235SS 2009 at 23,0 ft versus MasterCraft X-35 2013 at 23,4 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the MasterCraft X-35 2013 tips the scales at 4 775 lbs — 4 310 lbs less than the MasterCraft MS235SS 2009 at 465 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 MS235SS 2009 and MasterCraft X-35 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 Year2009
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Depth - DetailTransom: 34 in. Amidship: 27 in
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters86.36
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches34
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail27 in
Draft [max] - Detail27 in. (0.69 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.69
Draft [max] - Meters0.69
Draft [max] - Inches27
Draft [max] - Inches27
Weight - Detail4,650 lbs
Weight - Detail4,775 lbs. (2,166 kg)
Weight - kg2109.2
Weight - kg2165.9
Weight - lbs.465
Weight - lbs.4775
Width [transom] - DetailAmidship: 102 in
Width [transom] - Detail102 in. (2.59 m) amidship
Height - DetailTow Bar Height to Waterline: 41 in
Height - Detail113 in. (2.87 m) standard tower to lowest point on keel
Height - Meters1.04
Height - Meters2.87
Height - Inches41
Height - Inches113
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet23.42
Length - Inches5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]25 ft. 1 in
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 5 in. (7.14 m)
Length overall - Meters7.14
Length overall - Meters7.14
Length overall - Inches281
Length overall - Inches281
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail61 gal. (231 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Liters230.91
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Fuel tank capacity - Gal61
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Engine makenot available
Engine makeIlmor
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelSee Options
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,400lbs
Maximum capacity2,400 lbs. (1,089 kg)
Maximum people16
Maximum people16
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. w/ Swing Away Tongue: 23 ft. 6 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightTandem-axle: 1,250 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available