Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 vs Sailfish 320 CC 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 or the Sailfish 320 CC 2013?

The Sailfish 320 CC 2013 is the longer of the two at 31,5 feet overall. The Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 comes in at 3,0 feet, making it roughly 28,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 or the Sailfish 320 CC 2013?

For trailering, the Sailfish 320 CC 2013 has the edge at 72 lbs dry weight versus 855 lbs for the Sailfish 30-06 Express 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 320 CC 2013 is rated to a maximum of 700 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 tops out at 350 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 30-06 Express 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Sailfish 320 CC 2013 is certified for 10. 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 30-06 Express 2008 and Sailfish 320 CC 2013 share an 10 ft. (3.05 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: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 and Sailfish 320 CC 2013?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 3 gallons and 3 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 and Sailfish 320 CC 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 and the Sailfish 320 CC 2013 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 30-06 Express 2008 vs Sailfish 320 CC 2013

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Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008

2008

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Sailfish 320 CC 2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 vs Sailfish 320 CC 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 against a deep vee Sailfish 320 CC 2013 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Sailfish 320 CC 2013 measures 31,5 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 28,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 at 3,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 tips the scales at 855 lbs — 783 lbs more than the Sailfish 320 CC 2013 at 72 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 700 hp, the Sailfish 320 CC 2013 has a 350-hp advantage over the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008's 350-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 3 gal and 3 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Sailfish 320 CC 2013 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sailfish 320 CC 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Sailfish 320 CC 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 31,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sailfish 30-06 Express 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

MakeSailfish

Model30-06 Express

Model320 CC

Model Year2008

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam10 ft. (3.05 m)

Beam - Meters3.05

Beam - Inches12

Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 2 in. (2.79 m)

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

Bridge clearance - Meters2.79

Bridge clearance - Meters2.69

Bridge clearance - Inches11

Bridge clearance - Inches106

Deadrise22-24℃

Deadrise22 - 24° multi angle

Depth - DetailRear: 31 in. (78.74 cm)

Depth - DetailCockpit Rear: 31 in. (78.74 cm) Cockpit Front: 40 in. (101.6 cm)

Depth - Centimeters78.74

Depth - Centimeters101.6

Depth - Inches31

Depth - Inches4

Draft [max] - Detail22 in. (55.88 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail22 in. (55.88cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.56

Draft [max] - Inches22

Weight - Detail8,550 lbs. (3878.21 kg)

Weight - DetailHull Only: 7,200 lbs. (3,265.87 kg)

Weight - kg3878.21

Weight - kg3265.86

Weight - lbs.855

Weight - lbs.72

Length - Meters9.3

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet3

Length - Feet31.5

Length - Inches6

Length - Inchesnot available

Length [over all with swim platform]Rigged: 33 ft. 0 in. (10.06 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length overall - Detail30 ft. 6 in. (9.3 m)

Length overall - DetailHull Only: 31 ft. 6 in. (9.3 m) Rigged: 34 ft. (10.36 m)

Length overall - Meters9.3

Length overall - Meters10.36

Length overall - Inches366

Length overall - Inches408

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardTwin Yamaha F250TUR 4-stroke

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail300 gal. (1,136 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters1135.62

Fuel tank capacity - Gal3

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard - Twin

Drive typeOutboard

Horsepower700 hp (522 kW)

Horsepowernot available

Engine maxTwin Yamaha F350TUR 4-stroke

Engine maxWith Twins: 700 hp (521.99 kW)

BatteryCapacity: 3

Batterynot available

Operational Info

Water capacityFresh: 21 gal. (79 l)

Water capacity21 gal. (79.49 l)

Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 vs Sailfish 320 CC 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 or the Sailfish 320 CC 2013?

The Sailfish 320 CC 2013 is the longer of the two at 31,5 feet overall. The Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 comes in at 3,0 feet, making it roughly 28,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 or the Sailfish 320 CC 2013?

For trailering, the Sailfish 320 CC 2013 has the edge at 72 lbs dry weight versus 855 lbs for the Sailfish 30-06 Express 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 320 CC 2013 is rated to a maximum of 700 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 tops out at 350 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 30-06 Express 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Sailfish 320 CC 2013 is certified for 10. 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 30-06 Express 2008 and Sailfish 320 CC 2013 share an 10 ft. (3.05 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.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 and Sailfish 320 CC 2013?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 3 gallons and 3 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 and Sailfish 320 CC 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2008 and the Sailfish 320 CC 2013 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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