Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 vs Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 or the Wellcraft 30 Scarab&#174; Tournament 2011?

The Wellcraft 30 Scarab&#174; Tournament 2011 is the longer of the two at 30,2 feet overall. The Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 comes in at 27,2 feet, making it roughly 3,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Wellcraft 30 Scarab&#174; Tournament 2011 has a documented max rating of 600 hp. Engine specifications for the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 were not available in our database - check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Wellcraft 30 Scarab&#174; Tournament 2011 is certified for 9. 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: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Wellcraft 30 Scarab&#174; Tournament 2011 measures 110" wide, compared to 106" for the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states - anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Are the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 and Wellcraft 30 Scarab&#174; Tournament 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 and the Wellcraft 30 Scarab&#174; Tournament 2011 are built by Wellcraft. 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

Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 vs Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011

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Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009

2009

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Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011

2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 vs Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011: A Close Look at Two Deep-V Boats

Both the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 and the Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 are deep-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so 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?

The Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 tops out at 600 hp. Engine specs for the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 9 passengers and at 30,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeWellcraft

Model27 Tournament

Model30 Scarab® Tournament

Model Year2009

Model Year2011

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 10 in.

Beam9 ft. 2 in. (2.79 m)

Beam - Meters2.69

Beam - Meters2.79

Beam - Inches106

Beam - Inches110

Deadrise23℃

Deadrise23°

Length - Feet27.17

Length - Feet30.17

Length overall - DetailWith Pulpit: 27 ft. 2 in.

Length overall - Detail30 ft. 2 in. (9.19 m)

Length overall - Meters8.28

Length overall - Meters9.19

Length overall - Inches326

Length overall - Inches362

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - DetailWith T-top FRP: 8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.69

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches106

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] - Detail23 in. (58 cm)

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.58

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches23

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (78 cm)

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.79

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Draft [max] - Inches31

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail6,635 lbs. (3,009 kg)

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg3009.58

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.6635

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail288 gal. (1,090 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Liters1090.2

Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Gal288

Engine maxnot available

Engine max600 hp (447.4 kW)

Operational Info

Water capacity13 gal. (49.21 l)

Water capacity13 gal. (49 l)

Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 vs Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 or the Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011?

The Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 is the longer of the two at 30,2 feet overall. The Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 comes in at 27,2 feet, making it roughly 3,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 has a documented max rating of 600 hp. Engine specifications for the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 were not available in our database - check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 is certified for 9. 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.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 measures 110" wide, compared to 106" for the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states - anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Are the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 and Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 and the Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 are built by Wellcraft. 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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Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 vs Wellcraft 30 Scarab&#174; Tournament 2011: A Close Look at Two Deep-V Boats

Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 vs Wellcraft 30 Scarab&#174; Tournament 2011 - Common Questions

Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 vs Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011: A Close Look at Two Deep-V Boats

Wellcraft 27 Tournament 2009 vs Wellcraft 30 Scarab® Tournament 2011 - Common Questions