Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 boat specs
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Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008
2008
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Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 vs Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007: A Close Look at Two Pontoon Boats

Both the Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 and the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007 are pontoon designs, both built in aluminium, so 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 at 24,0 ft versus Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007 at 24,0 ft. At 2 450 lbs and 2 450 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 - 150 hp for the Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 and 150 hp for the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007. 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007 is rated for 17 passengers, while the Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 caps at 14. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 17 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 14 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakePremier Boats
MakePremier Boats
ModelCast-A-Way 251
ModelGrand Majestic 250
Model Year2008
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail2,100 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,450 lbs. (3 tubes)
Weight - Detail2,100 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,450 lbs. (3 tubes)
Weight - kg1111.3
Weight - kg1111.3
Weight - lbs.2450
Weight - lbs.2450
Length [deck]24 ft. 0 in.
Length [deck]24 ft. 0 in.
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches4
Length - Inches9
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 4 in.
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 9 in.
Length overall - Meters7.42
Length overall - Meters7.54
Length overall - Inches292
Length overall - Inches297
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.090 gauge (with 0.100 nosecones)
Hull thickness0.090 gauge (with 0.100 nosecones)
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePontoon
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in.
Tube diameter27 in.
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max150 hp (2 tubes) 250 hp (3 tubes) 300 hp (PTX)
Engine max150 hp (2 tubes) 225 hp (3 tubes - 25 in.) 250 hp (PTX) 300 hp (Twin PTX)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (2 tube)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,700 lbs. (2 tubes) 3,150 lbs. (3 tubes) 4,100 lbs. (PTX)
Maximum capacity3,100 lbs. (2 tubes) 3,620 lbs. (3 tubes) 3,980 lbs. (PTX)
Maximum people14 (2 tubes) 15 (3 tubes) 17 (PTX)
Maximum people17

Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 vs Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 or the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007?
The Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 comes in at 24,0 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 or the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007?
For trailering, the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007 has the edge at 2 450 lbs dry weight versus 2 450 lbs for the Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008. 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 Cast-A-Way 251 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 14 passengers, while the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007 is certified for 17. 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.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 and Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007 share an 8 ft. 6 in. beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Are the Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 and Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Premier Boats Cast-A-Way 251 2008 and the Premier Boats Grand Majestic 250 2007 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.