Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Maxum 2400 SE 2007 vs Maxum 2500 SE 2008: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Maxum 2400 SE 2007 vs Maxum 2500 SE 2008 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 - Maxum 2400 SE 2007 at 24,0 ft versus Maxum 2500 SE 2008 at 24,0 ft. At 5 969 lbs and 5 969 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 share a closely matched power ceiling - 300 hp for the Maxum 2400 SE 2007 and 300 hp for the Maxum 2500 SE 2008. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 70 gal and 70 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 Maxum 2400 SE 2007 and Maxum 2500 SE 2008 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
Model Year2007
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - DetailMax: 9 ft. 6.5 in. (2.91 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailMax: 9 ft. 7 in. (2.92 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.92
Bridge clearance - Meters2.92
Bridge clearance - Inches114.5
Bridge clearance - Inches115
Deadrise17℃
Deadrise17℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 9.5 in. (0.55 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 10 in. (0.56 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] inches21.5
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 2.5 in. (0.98 m)
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 3 in. (0.99 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inches38.5
Draft [max] - Inches39
Weight - DetailWith standard engine: 5,969 lbs. (2,708 kg)
Weight - DetailWith Standard Engine: 5,969 lbs. (2,708 kg)
Weight - kg2707.49
Weight - kg2707.49
Weight - lbs.5969
Weight - lbs.5969
Length - Meters7.51
Length - Meters7.49
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches7.5
Length - Inches7
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 7.5 in. (7.51 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 7 in. (7.49 m)
Length overall - Meters7.52
Length overall - Meters7.49
Length overall - Inches295.5
Length overall - Inches295
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard260 hp
Engine/s standard5.0L MPI Bravo? III (260 hp)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal. (265 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal. (265 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98
Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98
Fuel tank capacity - Gal70
Fuel tank capacity - Gal70
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine max300 hp
Engine max300 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity20 gal (75.7 l)
Water capacity20 gal (75.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal (75.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal (75.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71
Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71
Holding tank capacity - Gal20
Holding tank capacity - Gal20