Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Palm Beach Pb45 2023 vs Palm Beach Pontoons Deluxe 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Palm Beach Pb45 2023 vs Palm Beach Pontoons Deluxe 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.
The Palm Beach Pontoons Deluxe 2008 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the Palm Beach Pb45 2023 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 13 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 Palm Beach Pb45 2023 at 45,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Palm Beach Pontoons Deluxe 2008 at 26,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail45.00 ft
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 0 in
Length - Feet45
Length - Feet26
Length overall - Meters13.72
Length overall - Meters7.92
Length overall - Inches540
Length overall - Inches312
Draft Min2.83 ft
Draft Minnot available
Beamnot available
Beam8 ft
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches96
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail2,220 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1006.97
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.222
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]26 ft. Enclosed: 25 ft
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal317
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1199.97
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max150 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity172
Water capacitynot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal53
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters200.63
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity2,615 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people13 @ 1,870 lbs
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakePalm Beach Pontoons
Modelnot available
ModelDeluxe
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2008
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter23 in
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.08 in