Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Pursuit 3480 Center Console 2006 vs Pursuit C 340 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Pursuit 3480 Center Console 2006 vs Pursuit C 340 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Pursuit 3480 Center Console 2006 at 34,0 ft versus Pursuit C 340 2008 at 34,0 ft. At 93 lbs and 93 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 700 hp, the Pursuit C 340 2008 has a 100-hp advantage over the Pursuit 3480 Center Console 2006's 600-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 375 gal and 375 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 10 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Pursuit C 340 2008 and its 700-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Pursuit 3480 Center Console 2006 with its 600-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model3480 Center Console
ModelC 34
Model Year2006
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 6 in
Beam9 ft. 6 in. (2.9 m)
Beam - Meters2.9
Beam - Meters2.9
Beam - Inches114
Beam - Inches114
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Hardtop: 8 ft. 0 in
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Hardtop: 9 ft. 4 in. (2.86 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.44
Bridge clearance - Meters2.84
Bridge clearance - Inches96
Bridge clearance - Inches112
Deadrise24.5℃
Deadrise24.5℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 10 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 10 in. (0.33 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 6 in
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 6 in. (0.79 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Inches3
Draft [max] - Inches3
Weight - Detail9,300 lbs. (w/ twin 250 4-strokes)
Weight - DetailWith Twin 350 4-strokes: 9,300 lbs. (4,218 kg)
Weight - kg4218.41
Weight - kg4218.41
Weight - lbs.93
Weight - lbs.93
Length - Feet34
Length - Feet34
Length - Inches5
Length - Inches5
Length overall - Detail34 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail34 ft. 5 in. (10.5 m)
Length overall - Meters10.49
Length overall - Meters10.49
Length overall - Inches413
Length overall - Inches413
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters10.5
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail375 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail375 gal. (1,419 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1419.53
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1419.53
Fuel tank capacity - Gal375
Fuel tank capacity - Gal375
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Engine max600 hp
Engine max700 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity30 gal
Water capacity30 gal. (113 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail10 gal
Holding tank capacity - Detail10 gal. (37 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters37.85
Holding tank capacity - Liters37.85
Holding tank capacity - Gal1
Holding tank capacity - Gal1
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee