Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Zodiac Classic Mark I ALU 2013 vs Zodiac Mark II C FR 2009 — A Close Look at Two Inflatable Non Rigids
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Zodiac Classic Mark I ALU 2013 and the Zodiac Mark II C FR 2009 are inflatable non 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?
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 25 hp for the Zodiac Classic Mark I ALU 2013 and 25 hp for the Zodiac Mark II C FR 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.
Both boats are rated for 5 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 Classic Mark I ALU 2013 has a documented top speed of 28 mph. Speed data wasn't available for the other model.
Bottom line: The Zodiac Classic Mark I ALU 2013 and Zodiac Mark II C FR 2009 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
ModelClassic Mark I ALU
ModelMark II C FR
Model Year2013
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam5 ft. 3 in. (1.61 m)
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters1.6
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches63
Beam - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail141 lbs. (64 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg63.96
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.141
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail2 ft. 6 in. (0.77 m) inside
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length [deck]7 ft. 7 in. (2.3 m)
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet11.5
Length - Feet12.17
Length overall - Detail11 ft. 6 in. (3.5 m)
Length overall - Detail12 ft. 2 in. (3.7 m)
Length overall - Meters3.51
Length overall - Meters3.71
Length overall - Inches138
Length overall - Inches146
Body / Hull
Hull materialInflatable
Hull materialInflatable
Hull typeInflatable Non Rigid
Hull typeInflatable Non Rigid
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter1 ft. 5 in. (0.42 m)
Tube diameternot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepower6 - 20 hp recommended
Horsepowernot available
Engine max25 hp
Engine max25 hp (19 kW)
Performance
Maximum speed28 mph (45 km/h)
Maximum speednot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,301 lbs. (590 kg)
Maximum capacity1,764 lbs. (800 kg)
Maximum people5
Maximum people5