Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 vs Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 or the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008?

The Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 5,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer - the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 or the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008?

For trailering, the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 has the edge at 3 400 lbs dry weight versus 5 050 lbs for the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008. 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.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 tops out at 150 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.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 is certified for 8. 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.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 and Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 share an 9 ft. (2.74 m) beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 or the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008?

The Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 has the bigger tank at 240 gallons, versus 153 gallons on the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009. That 87-gallon difference translates to roughly 261–435 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 and Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 and the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 are built by Sailfish. 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.

Boat Comparison

Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 vs Sailfish 2860 CC 2008

Sailfish

Sailfish 2360 CC 2009

2009

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Sailfish 2860 CC 2008

2008

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 vs Sailfish 2860 CC 2008: Which Modified-V Boat Fits Your Needs?

Both the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 and the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so 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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 measures 28,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 at 23,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 tips the scales at 5 050 lbs - 1 650 lbs less than the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 at 3 400 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 250 hp, the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 has a 100-hp advantage over the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009's 150-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 carries 240 gallons versus 153 gallons in the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009. 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 Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 8 passengers and at 28,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeSailfish

Model2360 CC

Model2860 CC

Model Year2009

Model Year2008

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam9 ft. (2.74 m)

Beam - Meters2.74

Beam - Inches108

Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters2.59

Bridge clearance - Meters2.69

Bridge clearance - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Inches106

Deadrise22-24℃

Depth - DetailFront: 40 in. (101.6 cm) Rear: 30 in. (76.2 cm)

Depth - Centimeters101.6

Depth - Inches40

Draft [max] - Detail18 in. (45.72 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail21 in. (53.34 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.46

Draft [max] - Meters0.53

Draft [max] - Inches18

Draft [max] - Inches21

Weight - Detail3,400 lbs. (1,542.21 kg)

Weight - Detail5,050 lbs. (2,290.64 kg)

Weight - kg1542.21

Weight - kg2290.64

Weight - lbs.3400

Weight - lbs.5050

Length - Meters7.16

Length - Meters8.69

Length - Feet23

Length - Feet28

Length - Inches6

Length [over all with swim platform]Rigged: 25 ft. 6 in. (7.77 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]Rigged: 30 ft. 6 in. (9.3 m)

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 6 in. (7.16 m)

Length overall - Detail28 ft. 6 in. (8.69 m)

Length overall - Meters7.16

Length overall - Meters8.69

Length overall - Inches282

Length overall - Inches342

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardYamaha F250TUR 4-stroke

Engine/s standardTwin Yamaha F200TXR 4-stroke

Fuel tank capacity - Detail153 gal. (579 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail240 gal. (908 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters579.17

Fuel tank capacity - Liters908.5

Fuel tank capacity - Gal153

Fuel tank capacity - Gal240

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typeOutboard - Twin

Horsepower400 hp (298.28 kW)

Horsepower500 hp (372.85 kW)

Engine maxYamaha F150TXR 4-stroke

Engine maxTwin Yamaha F250TXR 4-stroke

BatteryCapacity: 3

Operational Info

Water capacityFresh: 14 gal. (53 l)

Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 vs Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 or the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008?

The Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 5,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer - the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 or the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008?

For trailering, the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 has the edge at 3 400 lbs dry weight versus 5 050 lbs for the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008. 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 Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 tops out at 150 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 Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 is certified for 8. 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.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 and Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 share an 9 ft. (2.74 m) beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 or the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008?

The Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 has the bigger tank at 240 gallons, versus 153 gallons on the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009. That 87-gallon difference translates to roughly 261–435 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 and Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Sailfish 2360 CC 2009 and the Sailfish 2860 CC 2008 are built by Sailfish. 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.

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