Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 vs Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 or the Zodiac Medline IIC 2010?

The Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 is the longer of the two at 17,4 feet overall. The Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 comes in at 9,3 feet, making it roughly 8,1 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 is rated to a maximum of 115 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 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.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 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: Are the Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 and Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 and the Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 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.

Boat Comparison

Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 vs Zodiac Medline IIC 2010

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Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009

2009

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Zodiac Medline IIC 2010

2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 vs Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a inflatable non rigid Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 against a deep vee Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 115 hp, the Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 has a 107-hp advantage over the Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 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 IIC 2010 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 could be the deciding factor.

The Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 has a documented top speed of 43 mph. Speed data wasn't available for the other model.

Bottom line: Choose the Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 17,4 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeZodiac

Model285 ACTI-V

ModelMedline IIC

Model Year2009

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Length - Feet9.33

Length - Feet17.42

Length overall - Detail9 ft. 4 in. (2.85 m)

Length overall - Detail17 ft. 5 in. (5.30 m)

Length overall - Meters2.84

Length overall - Meters5.31

Length overall - Inches112

Length overall - Inches209

Beamnot available

Beam7 ft. 4 in. (2.24 m)

Beam - Metersnot available

Beam - Meters2.24

Beam - Inchesnot available

Beam - Inches88

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail1,058 lbs. (480 kg)

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg479.9

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.1058

Body / Hull

Hull materialInflatable

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeInflatable Non Rigid

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Engine max8 hp (6 kW)

Engine max115 hp (86 kW)

Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail31.7 gal. (120 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Liters121.13

Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Gal31.7

Operational Info

Maximum capacity992 lbs. (450 kg)

Maximum capacity2,458 lbs. (1,115 kg)

Maximum people4

Maximum people9

Pontoon and Inflatable Specific

Tube diameternot available

Tube diameter1 ft. 8 in. (0.52 m)

Performance

Maximum speednot available

Maximum speed43 mph (70 km/h)

Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 vs Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 or the Zodiac Medline IIC 2010?

The Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 is the longer of the two at 17,4 feet overall. The Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 comes in at 9,3 feet, making it roughly 8,1 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 is rated to a maximum of 115 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 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 285 ACTI-V 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 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.

Are the Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 and Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Zodiac 285 ACTI-V 2009 and the Zodiac Medline IIC 2010 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.

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