Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Zodiac Bayrunner Series 2012 vs Zodiac Pro Open 550 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a inflatable rigid Zodiac Bayrunner Series 2012 against a deep vee Zodiac Pro Open 550 2013 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 Zodiac Pro Open 550 2013 tops out at 120 hp. Engine specs for the Zodiac Bayrunner Series 2012 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
The Zodiac Pro Open 550 2013 has a documented top speed of 45 mph. Speed data wasn't available for the other model.
The Zodiac Pro Open 550 2013 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Zodiac Bayrunner Series 2012 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: The Zodiac Pro Open 550 2013 at 18,1 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Zodiac Bayrunner Series 2012 at 13,8 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
ModelBayrunner Series
ModelPro Open 55
Model Year2012
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Length - Feet13.75
Length - Feet18.08
Beamnot available
Beam8 ft. 2 in. (2.5 m)
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches98
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail970 lbs. (440 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg439.98
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.97
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail4 ft. 5 in. (1.35 m) inside
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]11 ft. (3.35 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 1 in. (5.5 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters5.51
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches217
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialRigid inflatable
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (75 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower60 - 90 hp recommended
Engine maxnot available
Engine max120 hp
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter1 ft. 10 in. (0.57 m)
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes5 airtight compartments
Performance
Maximum speednot available
Maximum speed45 mph (72 km/h)
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity3,197 lbs. (1,450 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people11