Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Zodiac 310 R 2009 vs Zodiac ProJet 350 2008 — A Close Look at Two Inflatable Rigids
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Zodiac 310 R 2009 and the Zodiac ProJet 350 2008 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 98 hp, the Zodiac ProJet 350 2008 has a 83-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.
Both boats are rated for 4 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
The Zodiac ProJet 350 2008 has a documented top speed of 45 mph. Speed data wasn't available for the other model.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Zodiac ProJet 350 2008 and its 98-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Zodiac 310 R 2009 with its 15-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Length - Feet10.17
Length - Feet11
Length overall - Detail10 ft. 2 in. (3.1 m)
Length overall - Detail11 ft. 6 in. (3.5 m) Inside Length: 8 ft. 3 in. (2.52 m)
Length overall - Meters3.1
Length overall - Meters3.51
Length overall - Inches122
Length overall - Inches138
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail661 lbs. (350 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg299.82
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.661
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail6 ft. 1 in. (1.86 m) Inside Width: 3 ft. 1 in. (.95 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters3.5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches6
Body / Hull
Hull materialInflatable
Hull materialRigid inflatable
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeInboard
Engine max15 hp (12 kW)
Engine max98 hp (73 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,294 lbs. (587 kg)
Maximum capacity992 lbs. (408 kg)
Maximum people4
Maximum people4
Performance
Maximum speednot available
Maximum speed45 mph (73 km/h)