Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 boat specs
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Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011
2011
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Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010 boat specs
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Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010
2010
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Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 vs Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010 — Which Pontoon Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 and the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010 are pontoon designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 measures 27,3 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 3,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010 at 24,0 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010 tips the scales at 315 lbs — 276 lbs less than the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 at 39 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 share a closely matched power ceiling — 150 hp for the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 and 150 hp for the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 carries 33 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 is rated for 17 passengers, while the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010 caps at 13. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Both are 23-tube and 23-tube pontoon designs respectively. Tube diameter and gauge affect stability and load capacity — more so than most buyers realize when comparing on paper.

Bottom line: Choose the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 17 passengers and at 27,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 13 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakePremier Boats
MakePremier Boats
ModelBoundary Waters 275 RE
ModelGrand Majestic 235 RE
Model Year2011
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10.17 ft
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters3.1
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches122.04
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail3,250 lbs. (2 tubes) 3,750 lbs. (3 tubes / 30 in. PTX) 3,900 lbs. (36 in. PTX)
Weight - Detail2,400 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,900 lbs. (3 tubes) 3,150 lbs. (36 in. PTX)
Weight - kg1769.01
Weight - kg1428.81
Weight - lbs.39
Weight - lbs.315
Length [deck]27 ft
Length [deck]23 ft. 0 in
Length - Feet27.33
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 4 in
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters8.33
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Inches328
Length overall - Inches288
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePontoon
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter27 in
Tube diameter25 in
Number of tubes2 or 3
Number of tubes2 or 3
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail33 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal33
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max150 hp (2 tubes) 300 hp (3 tubes / 30 in. PTX) 350 / 600 hp (36 in. PTX / PTX twin)
Engine max150 hp (2 tubes) 225 hp (3 tubes) 250 hp (36 in. PTX)
Operational Info
HeadPorta Potti
Headnot available
Maximum capacity3,300 lbs. (2 tubes) 3,900 lbs. (3 tubes / 30 in. PTX) 4,200 / 4,600 lbs. (36 in. PTX / PTX twin)
Maximum capacity2,450 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,850 lbs. (3 tubes / 30 in. PTX) 3,250 lbs. (36 in. PTX)
Maximum people17 (2 tubes) 20 (3 tubes) 22 (PTX)
Maximum people13 (2 tubes) 15 (3 tubes) 17 (36 in. PTX)

Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 vs Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 or the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010?
The Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 is the longer of the two at 27,3 feet overall. The Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010 comes in at 24,0 feet, making it roughly 3,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 or the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010?
For trailering, the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 has the edge at 39 lbs dry weight versus 315 lbs for the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 17 passengers, while the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010 is certified for 13. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 measures 122" wide, compared to 102" for the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 or the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010?
The Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 has the bigger tank at 33 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010. That 30-gallon difference translates to roughly 90–150 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 and Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 275 RE 2011 and the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 235 RE 2010 are built by Premier Boats. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.