Zodiac 310 R 2009 boat specs
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Zodiac 310 R 2009
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Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 boat specs
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Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009
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Zodiac 310 R 2009 vs Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a inflatable rigid Zodiac 310 R 2009 against a inflatable non rigid Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 15 hp for the Zodiac 310 R 2009 and 4 hp for the Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009. 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 Zodiac 310 R 2009 is rated for 4 passengers, while the Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 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 310 R 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Zodiac 310 R 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 4 passengers and at 10,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 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
Model310 R
ModelCadet Roll Up 24
Model Year2009
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Length - Feet10.17
Length - Feet7.92
Length overall - Detail10 ft. 2 in. (3.1 m)
Length overall - Detail7 ft. 11 in. (2.4 m)
Length overall - Meters3.1
Length overall - Meters2.41
Length overall - Inches122
Length overall - Inches95
Body / Hull
Hull materialInflatable
Hull materialInflatable
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Hull typeInflatable Non Rigid
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max15 hp (12 kW)
Engine max4 hp (3 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,294 lbs. (587 kg)
Maximum capacity552 lbs. (250 kg)
Maximum people4
Maximum people3

Zodiac 310 R 2009 vs Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Zodiac 310 R 2009 or the Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009?
The Zodiac 310 R 2009 is the longer of the two at 10,2 feet overall. The Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 comes in at 7,9 feet, making it roughly 2,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Zodiac 310 R 2009 is rated to a maximum of 15 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 tops out at 4 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 310 R 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 is certified for 3. 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 310 R 2009 and Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Zodiac 310 R 2009 and the Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 240 2009 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.