Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Pursuit 2870 Center Console 2006 vs Pursuit C 260 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Pursuit 2870 Center Console 2006 vs Pursuit C 260 2007 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 — Pursuit 2870 Center Console 2006 at 28,0 ft versus Pursuit C 260 2007 at 28,0 ft. At 589 lbs and 677 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 — 450 hp for the Pursuit 2870 Center Console 2006 and 450 hp for the Pursuit C 260 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Pursuit 2870 Center Console 2006 carries 234 gallons versus 188 gallons in the Pursuit C 260 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 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 Pursuit 2870 Center Console 2006 and Pursuit C 260 2007 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
Model2870 Center Console
ModelC 26
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 6 in
Beam9 ft. 3 in. (2.8 m)
Beam - Meters2.9
Beam - Meters2.82
Beam - Inches114
Beam - Inches111
Bridge clearance - DetailWith T-top: 8 ft. 6 in. Without T-top: 7 ft. 0 in
Bridge clearance - Detailw/T-top: 8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m) w/o Hardtop: 6 ft. 9 in. (2.1 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.59
Bridge clearance - Meters2.59
Bridge clearance - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Inches102
Deadrise22℃
Deadrise21℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 8 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 8 in. (0.5 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 1 in
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 0 in. (0.9 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches37
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail5,890 lbs. (w/out engines)
Weight - Detailw/Twin 225 4-strokes: 6,770 lbs. (3,039 kg)
Weight - kg2671.66
Weight - kg3070.82
Weight - lbs.589
Weight - lbs.677
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet28
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 30 ft. 0 in
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detailw/Pulpit: 28 ft. 5 in. (8.7 m) w/o Pulpit: 26 ft. 5 in. (8.1 m)
Length overall - Meters8.53
Length overall - Meters8.66
Length overall - Inches336
Length overall - Inches341
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters8.7
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail234 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail188 gal. (855 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters885.79
Fuel tank capacity - Liters711.66
Fuel tank capacity - Gal234
Fuel tank capacity - Gal188
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Engine max450 hp
Engine max450 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity20 gal
Water capacity18 gal. (82 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal2
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass