When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Walker Bay 270 AIR 2008 and the Walker Bay Genesis Light RIB 2013 are foldable designs with inflatable 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?
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 8 hp for the Walker Bay 270 AIR 2008 and 10 hp for the Walker Bay Genesis Light RIB 2013. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
The Walker Bay 270 AIR 2008 is rated for up to 3 people. Passenger data for the Walker Bay Genesis Light RIB 2013 wasn't available.
Top speed is rated at 19 mph for the Walker Bay Genesis Light RIB 2013 and 15 mph for the Walker Bay 270 AIR 2008.
Bottom line: The Walker Bay 270 AIR 2008 and Walker Bay Genesis Light RIB 2013 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.