Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Pursuit C 250 2008 vs Pursuit LS 265 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Pursuit C 250 2008 vs Pursuit LS 265 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 C 250 2008 at 27,0 ft versus Pursuit LS 265 2007 at 28,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Pursuit LS 265 2007 tips the scales at 7 355 lbs — 6 884 lbs less than the Pursuit C 250 2008 at 471 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 Pursuit LS 265 2007 tops out at 450 hp. Engine specs for the Pursuit C 250 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Pursuit LS 265 2007 carries 188 gallons versus 15 gallons in the Pursuit C 250 2008. 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 C 250 2008 and Pursuit LS 265 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
Model Year2008
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam9 ft. 3 in. (2.8 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.82
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches111
Bridge clearance - DetailWith T-top: 7 ft. 9 in.(2.4 m) To Windshield: 6 ft. 1 in. (1.85 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailw/Hardtop: 8 ft. 1 in. (2.7 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.36
Bridge clearance - Meters2.46
Bridge clearance - Inches93
Bridge clearance - Inches97
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise21℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 6 in. (0.5 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 8 in. (0.4 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 10 in. (0.64 m)
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 6 in. (0.8 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches3
Weight - DetailWith Twin 150 4-strokes: 5,260 lbs. (2,386 kg) With Single 250 4-stroke: 4,710 lbs. (2,136 kg)
Weight - Detailw/Twin 225 4-strokes: 7,355 lbs. (3,336 kg)
Weight - kg2136.42
Weight - kg3336.17
Weight - lbs.471
Weight - lbs.7355
Length - Meters8.4
Length - Meters8.7
Length - Feet27
Length - Feet28
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - DetailWith Bow Pulpit: 27 ft. 6 in. (8.4 m) Without Bow Pulpit: 24 ft. 10 in. (7.6 m)
Length overall - Detailw/Pulpit: 28 ft. 0 in. (8.7 m) w/o Pulpit: 26 ft. 0 in. (8 m)
Length overall - Meters8.38
Length overall - Meters8.53
Length overall - Inches33
Length overall - Inches336
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail150 gal. (567 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail188 gal. (712 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Liters711.66
Fuel tank capacity - Gal15
Fuel tank capacity - Gal188
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Engine maxnot available
Engine max450 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity20 gal. (76 l)
Water capacity18 gal. (68 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail13 gal. (45 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail13 gal. (49 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters49.21
Holding tank capacity - Liters49.21
Holding tank capacity - Gal13
Holding tank capacity - Gal13
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity2