Matching a foldable Walker Bay 340 FTD 2011 against a modified vee Walker Bay WB8S 2008 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 Walker Bay 340 FTD 2011 measures 11,2 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 3,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Walker Bay WB8S 2008 at 8,0 feet (2008). At 137 lbs and 71 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 340 FTD 2011 and 2 hp for the Walker Bay WB8S 2008. 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 340 FTD 2011 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Walker Bay WB8S 2008 caps at 2. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Walker Bay 340 FTD 2011 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Walker Bay 340 FTD 2011 comes in at 9 lbs per hp versus 36 lbs per hp for the Walker Bay WB8S 2008. 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.
Bottom line: Choose the Walker Bay 340 FTD 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 11,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Walker Bay WB8S 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 2 that costs less to run day-to-day.