The Walker Bay 310 RTL/RTLH 2008 is a rigid inflatable design and the Walker Bay Console 340 DLX 2010 is a foldable design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Walker Bay 310 RTL/RTLH 2008 at 10,0 ft versus Walker Bay Console 340 DLX 2010 at 11,2 ft. At 131 lbs and 226 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 share a closely matched power ceiling - 15 hp for the Walker Bay 310 RTL/RTLH 2008 and 20 hp for the Walker Bay Console 340 DLX 2010. 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Walker Bay Console 340 DLX 2010 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Walker Bay 310 RTL/RTLH 2008 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Walker Bay Console 340 DLX 2010 could be the deciding factor.

At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Walker Bay 310 RTL/RTLH 2008 comes in at 9 lbs per hp versus 11 lbs per hp for the Walker Bay Console 340 DLX 2010. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration - meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.

The Walker Bay 310 RTL/RTLH 2008 has a documented top speed of 22 mph. Speed data wasn't available for the other model.