Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Rinker 310 EC 2010 vs Rinker 340 EC 2010 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Rinker 310 EC 2010 and the Rinker 340 EC 2010 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Rinker 310 EC 2010 at 33,3 ft versus Rinker 340 EC 2010 at 35,7 ft. At 121 lbs and 141 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 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: The Rinker 340 EC 2010 at 35,7 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Rinker 310 EC 2010 at 33,3 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
Model Year201
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10 ft. 6 in. (3.2 m)
Beam11 ft. 4 in. (3.45 m)
Beam - Meters3.2
Beam - Meters3.45
Beam - Inches126
Beam - Inches136
Bridge clearance - Detail10 ft. 2 in. (3.1 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail13 ft. 0 in. (3.96 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters3.1
Bridge clearance - Meters3.96
Bridge clearance - Inches122
Bridge clearance - Inches156
Deadrise18°
Deadrise18℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (56 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (56 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail12,100 lbs. (5,489 kg)
Weight - Detail14,100 lbs. (6,396 kg)
Weight - kg5488.46
Weight - kg6395.65
Weight - lbs.121
Weight - lbs.141
Length - Feet33.25
Length - Feet35.67
Length overall - Detail33 ft. 3 in. (10.13 m)
Length overall - Detail35 ft. 8 in. (10.87 m)
Length overall - Meters10.13
Length overall - Meters10.87
Length overall - Inches399
Length overall - Inches428
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardTWIN Mercruiser 5.0 L MPI B2 - 260 hp
Engine/s standardTWIN Volvo 5.7 Gi DP - 300 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detail150 gal. (567.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail168 gal. (635.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Liters635.95
Fuel tank capacity - Gal15
Fuel tank capacity - Gal168
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Operational Info
HeadroomCabin: 6 ft. 5 in. (1.96 m)
HeadroomCabin: 6 ft. 6 in. (1.98 m)
Sleeping capacity5
Sleeping capacity6
Water capacityFresh: 33 gal. (124.9 l)
Water capacityFresh: 40 gal. (151.4 l)
Maximum capacityYacht certified
Maximum capacityYacht certified
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 47 gal. (177.9 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 47 gal. (177.9 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters177.91
Holding tank capacity - Liters177.91
Holding tank capacity - Gal47
Holding tank capacity - Gal47