Zodiac 310 R 2009 boat specs
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Zodiac 310 R 2009
2009
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Zodiac Pro 550 2011 boat specs
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Zodiac Pro 550 2011
2011
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Zodiac 310 R 2009 vs Zodiac Pro 550 2011 — Which Inflatable Rigid Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Zodiac 310 R 2009 and the Zodiac Pro 550 2011 are inflatable rigid designs with 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 90 hp, the Zodiac Pro 550 2011 has a 75-hp advantage over the Zodiac 310 R 2009's 15-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 Pro 550 2011 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Zodiac 310 R 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 Pro 550 2011 could be the deciding factor.

The Zodiac Pro 550 2011 has a documented top speed of 42 mph. Speed data wasn't available for the other model.

Bottom line: Choose the Zodiac Pro 550 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 17,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Zodiac 310 R 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
MakeZodiac
Model310 R
ModelPro 55
Model Year2009
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Length - Feet10.17
Length - Feet17.17
Length overall - Detail10 ft. 2 in. (3.1 m)
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 2 in. (5.2 m)
Length overall - Meters3.1
Length overall - Meters5.23
Length overall - Inches122
Length overall - Inches206
Beamnot available
Beam7 ft. 3 in. (2.2 m)
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.21
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches87
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail695 lbs. (315 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg315.25
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.695
Body / Hull
Hull materialInflatable
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max15 hp (12 kW)
Engine max90 hp (67 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail19.8 gal. (75 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal19.8
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,294 lbs. (587 kg)
Maximum capacity2,535 lbs. (1,150 kg)
Maximum people4
Maximum people12
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter1 ft. 8 in. (0.5 m)
Performance
Maximum speednot available
Maximum speed42 mph (68 km/h)

Zodiac 310 R 2009 vs Zodiac Pro 550 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Zodiac 310 R 2009 or the Zodiac Pro 550 2011?
The Zodiac Pro 550 2011 is the longer of the two at 17,2 feet overall. The Zodiac 310 R 2009 comes in at 10,2 feet, making it roughly 7,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Zodiac Pro 550 2011 is rated to a maximum of 90 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Zodiac 310 R 2009 tops out at 15 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 Pro 550 2011 is certified for 12. 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 Pro 550 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Zodiac 310 R 2009 and the Zodiac Pro 550 2011 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.