Zodiac 250 2009 boat specs
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Zodiac 250 2009
2009
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Zodiac Medline III 2008 boat specs
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Zodiac Medline III 2008
2008
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Zodiac 250 2009 vs Zodiac Medline III 2008 — Which Inflatable Rigid Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Zodiac 250 2009 and the Zodiac Medline III 2008 are inflatable rigid designs with rigid 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?

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 250 hp, the Zodiac Medline III 2008 has a 242-hp advantage over the Zodiac 250 2009's 8-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Zodiac Medline III 2008 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Zodiac 250 2009 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Zodiac Medline III 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Zodiac Medline III 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Zodiac 250 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeZodiac
MakeZodiac
Model25
ModelMedline III
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Length - Feet8.17
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail8 ft. 2 in. (2.5 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. (7.3 m) Inside Length: 16 ft. 6 in. (5.02 m)
Length overall - Meters2.49
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Inches98
Length overall - Inches288
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail3,086 lbs. (1,400 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1399.78
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.3086
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail9 ft. 10 in. (3 m) Inside Width: 6 ft. 1 in. (1.85 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters7.3
Body / Hull
Hull materialRigid inflatable
Hull materialRigid inflatable
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max8 hp (6 kW)
Engine max250 hp (184 kW)
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard130 hp (96 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity838 lbs. (380 kg)
Maximum capacity2,865 lbs. (cat B), 3,858 lbs. (cat C), 1,300 lbs. (cat B), 1,750 lbs. (cat C)
Maximum people3
Maximum people8 (cat B), 15 (cat C)
Performance
Maximum speednot available
Maximum speed53 mph (85 km/h)

Zodiac 250 2009 vs Zodiac Medline III 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Zodiac 250 2009 or the Zodiac Medline III 2008?
The Zodiac Medline III 2008 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Zodiac 250 2009 comes in at 8,2 feet, making it roughly 15,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Zodiac Medline III 2008 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Zodiac 250 2009 tops out at 8 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Zodiac 250 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 3 passengers, while the Zodiac Medline III 2008 is certified for 8. 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.
Are the Zodiac 250 2009 and Zodiac Medline III 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Zodiac 250 2009 and the Zodiac Medline III 2008 are built by Zodiac. 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.