Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
MasterCraft MS245SS 2009 vs MasterCraft X-45 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The MasterCraft MS245SS 2009 vs MasterCraft X-45 2005 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 MS245SS 2009 at 24,0 ft versus MasterCraft X-45 2005 at 24,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the MasterCraft MS245SS 2009 tips the scales at 473 lbs — 427 lbs more than the MasterCraft X-45 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 MS245SS 2009 and MasterCraft X-45 2005 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 Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Depth - DetailTransom: 28 in. Amidship: 32 in
Depth - DetailTransom: 28 in. (.71 m) Amidship: 30 in. (.76 m)
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Centimeters76.2
Depth - Inches32
Depth - Inches3
Draft [max] - Detail28 in
Draft [max] - Detail28 in. (.71 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.71
Draft [max] - Meters0.71
Draft [max] - Inches28
Draft [max] - Inches28
Weight - Detail4,730 lbs
Weight - Detail4,600 lbs. (2,086 kg)
Weight - kg2145.49
Weight - kg2086.52
Weight - lbs.473
Weight - lbs.46
Width [transom] - DetailAmidship: 102 in
Width [transom] - DetailWidth amidship: 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches2
Length - Inches2
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 3 in
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 4 in. (8.03m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 2 in. (7.37 m)
Length overall - Meters7.37
Length overall - Meters7.37
Length overall - Inches29
Length overall - Inches29
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters7.37
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail90 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail90 gal. (341 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters340.69
Fuel tank capacity - Liters340.69
Fuel tank capacity - Gal9
Fuel tank capacity - Gal9
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,928 lbs
Maximum capacity2,928 lbs (1,328 kg)
Maximum people18
Maximum people18
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 11 in. Swing Away Tongue: 24 ft. 3 in
Trailer - Length over all27 ft. 5 in. (8.36 m) W/Pivot Tongue Folded: 24 ft. 11 in.(7.59 m)
Trailer - WeightTandem-axle: 1,480 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - WidthTandem-axle: 100 in
Trailer - WidthTandem-axle: 102 in. (2.59 m)