Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V  2008 boat specs
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Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008
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Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 vs Zodiac Pro 650 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a inflatable non rigid Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 against a inflatable rigid Zodiac Pro 650 2011 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Zodiac Pro 650 2011 measures 20,7 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 11,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 at 9,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Zodiac Pro 650 2011 tips the scales at 1 257 lbs — 1 184 lbs less than the Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 at 73 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Zodiac Pro 650 2011 has a 142-hp advantage over the Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008'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 Pro 650 2011 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 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 650 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Zodiac Pro 650 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 20,7 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 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
ModelCadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V
ModelPro 65
Model Year2008
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Weight - Detail73 lbs. (33 kg)
Weight - Detail1,257 lbs. (570 kg)
Weight - kg33.11
Weight - kg570.17
Weight - lbs.73
Weight - lbs.1257
Width [transom] - Detail5 ft. 3 in. (1.6 m) Inside Width: 2 ft. 4 in. (.7 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length - Meters2.85
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet9
Length - Feet20.67
Length - Inches4
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail9 ft. 4 in. (2.85 m) Inside Length: 6 ft. 5 in. (1.95 m)
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 8 in. (6.3 m)
Length overall - Meters2.84
Length overall - Meters6.3
Length overall - Inches112
Length overall - Inches248
Beamnot available
Beam8 ft. 2 in. (2.5 m)
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches98
Body / Hull
Hull materialInflatable
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeInflatable Non Rigid
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard3 hp (2.3 kW)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max8 hp (6 kW) Recommended Maximum: 6 hp (4.5 kW)
Engine max150 hp (113 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail47.6 gal. (180 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters181.7
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal47.6
Performance
Maximum speed20 mph (32 km/h)
Maximum speed53 mph (85 km/h)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity881 lbs. (400 kg)
Maximum capacity2,249 - 3,836 lbs. (1,020 - 1,740 kg)
Maximum people4
Maximum people5 / 15
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter1 ft. 11 in. (0.575 m)

Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 vs Zodiac Pro 650 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 or the Zodiac Pro 650 2011?
The Zodiac Pro 650 2011 is the longer of the two at 20,7 feet overall. The Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 comes in at 9,0 feet, making it roughly 11,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 or the Zodiac Pro 650 2011?
For trailering, the Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 has the edge at 73 lbs dry weight versus 1 257 lbs for the Zodiac Pro 650 2011. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Zodiac Pro 650 2011 is rated to a maximum of 150 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 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 Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Zodiac Pro 650 2011 is certified for 5. 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 Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 and Zodiac Pro 650 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 285 FR Acti-V 2008 and the Zodiac Pro 650 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.