Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Premier Boats Explorer 201 2008 vs Premier Boats Sport Dek FS 235 2005: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Premier Boats Explorer 201 2008 vs Premier Boats Sport Dek FS 235 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 - Premier Boats Explorer 201 2008 at 19,0 ft versus Premier Boats Sport Dek FS 235 2005 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Premier Boats Sport Dek FS 235 2005 tips the scales at 1 692 lbs - 292 lbs less than the Premier Boats Explorer 201 2008 at 1 400 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.
The Premier Boats Explorer 201 2008 carries a rated maximum of 90 hp. Engine data for the Premier Boats Sport Dek FS 235 2005 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
Both boats are rated for 12 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 Premier Boats Sport Dek FS 235 2005 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Premier Boats Explorer 201 2008 at 19,0 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.
General Boat Info
MakePremier Boats
MakePremier Boats
ModelExplorer 201
ModelSport Dek FS 235
Model Year2008
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail1,100 lbs. (2 tubes) 1,400 lbs. (3 tubes)
Weight - Detail1,692 lbs.
Weight - kg635.03
Weight - kg767.48
Weight - lbs.1400
Weight - lbs.1692
Length [deck]19 ft. 0 in.
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches4
Length - Inches9
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 4 in.
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 9 in.
Length overall - Meters5.89
Length overall - Meters6.93
Length overall - Inches232
Length overall - Inches273
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thickness0.090 gauge (with 0.100 nosecones)
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typePontoon
Hull typenot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in.
Tube diameternot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp (2 tubes) 125 hp (3 tubes)
Engine maxnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard175 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,250 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,550 lbs. (3 tubes)
Maximum capacity1,551 lbs.
Maximum people12 (2 tubes) 13 (3 tubes)
Maximum people12