Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLS 2008 boat specs
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Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLS 2008
2008
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Sylvan Mandalay 8525 2011 boat specs
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Sylvan Mandalay 8525 2011
2011
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Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLS 2008 vs Sylvan Mandalay 8525 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLS 2008 against a pontoon Sylvan Mandalay 8525 2011 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.

The Sylvan Mandalay 8525 2011 tops out at 200 hp. Engine specs for the Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLS 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.

Bottom line: The Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLS 2008 and Sylvan Mandalay 8525 2011 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
MakeSylvan
MakeSylvan
ModelAlaskan 15 TLS
ModelMandalay 8525
Model Year2008
Model Year2011
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typePontoon
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness8 ft. x 6 in. x 1/8 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Max no of engines1
Max no of enginesnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMercury 115 ELPT EFI
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Engine maxnot available
Engine max200 hp
Measurements / Dimensions
Beamnot available
Beam102 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail2,600 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1179.34
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.26
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet25.25
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters7.7
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches303
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter25 in
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.080 in
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity2,450 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people14

Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLS 2008 vs Sylvan Mandalay 8525 2011 — Common Questions

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Sylvan Mandalay 8525 2011 has a documented max rating of 200 hp. Engine specifications for the Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLS 2008 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many passengers can the Sylvan Mandalay 8525 2011 carry?
The Sylvan Mandalay 8525 2011 has an official capacity rating of 14 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.
Are the Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLS 2008 and Sylvan Mandalay 8525 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Sylvan Alaskan 15 TLS 2008 and the Sylvan Mandalay 8525 2011 are built by Sylvan. 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.