Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 boat specs
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Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 vs Pursuit OS 315 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 vs Pursuit OS 315 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 Drummond Runner 2006 at 34,0 ft versus Pursuit OS 315 2008 at 32,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 tips the scales at 10 395 lbs — 10 384 lbs more than the Pursuit OS 315 2008 at 11 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 600 hp, the Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 has a 100-hp advantage over the Pursuit OS 315 2008's 500-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Pursuit OS 315 2008 carries 284 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006. 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 Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Pursuit OS 315 2008 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 34,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Pursuit OS 315 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakePursuit
MakePursuit
Model3480 Drummond Runner
ModelOS 315
Model Year2006
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 6 in
Beam10 ft. 8 in. (3.2 m)
Beam - Meters2.9
Beam - Meters3.25
Beam - Inches114
Beam - Inches128
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Hardtop: 8 ft. 0 in
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.44
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches96
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise24.5℃
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 10 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 6 in. (0.45 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 6 in
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 9 in. (0.83 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inches3
Draft [max] - Inches33
Weight - Detail10,395 lbs. (w/ twin 250 engines)
Weight - DetailWith Twin 250 4-strokes: 11,000 lbs. (4,980 kg)
Weight - kg4715.09
Weight - kg4989.51
Weight - lbs.10395
Weight - lbs.11
Length - Feet34
Length - Feet32
Length - Inches5
Length - Inches8
Length overall - Detail34 ft. 5 in
Length overall - DetailWith Pulpit: 32 ft. 8 in. (9.9 m) Without Pulpit: 30 ft. 10 in. (9.3 m)
Length overall - Meters10.49
Length overall - Meters9.96
Length overall - Inches413
Length overall - Inches392
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters9.9
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail300 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail284 gal. (1,074 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1135.62
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1075.06
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal284
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Engine max600 hp
Engine max500 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard500 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity30 gal
Water capacity30 gal. (113 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail18 gal
Holding tank capacity - Detail18 gal. (68 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters68.14
Holding tank capacity - Liters68.14
Holding tank capacity - Gal18
Holding tank capacity - Gal18
Headnot available
Head1
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity4
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee

Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 vs Pursuit OS 315 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 or the Pursuit OS 315 2008?
The Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 is the longer of the two at 34,0 feet overall. The Pursuit OS 315 2008 comes in at 32,0 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 or the Pursuit OS 315 2008?
For trailering, the Pursuit OS 315 2008 has the edge at 11 lbs dry weight versus 10 395 lbs for the Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006. 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 is rated to a maximum of 600 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Pursuit OS 315 2008 tops out at 500 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Pursuit OS 315 2008 is certified for 9. 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 Pursuit OS 315 2008 measures 128" wide, compared to 114" for the Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006. 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 Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 or the Pursuit OS 315 2008?
The Pursuit OS 315 2008 has the bigger tank at 284 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006. That 281-gallon difference translates to roughly 843–1405 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 and Pursuit OS 315 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Pursuit 3480 Drummond Runner 2006 and the Pursuit OS 315 2008 are built by Pursuit. 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.