Zodiac III 2009 boat specs
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Zodiac III 2009
2009
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Zodiac Medline IIC 2008 boat specs
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Zodiac Medline IIC 2008
2008
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Zodiac III 2009 vs Zodiac Medline IIC 2008 — Which Inflatable Rigid Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Zodiac III 2009 and the Zodiac Medline IIC 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 250 hp, the Zodiac III 2009 has a 135-hp advantage over the Zodiac Medline IIC 2008's 115-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 III 2009 is rated for 15 passengers, while the Zodiac Medline IIC 2008 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Zodiac III 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Zodiac III 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 15 passengers and at 23,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Zodiac Medline IIC 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeZodiac
MakeZodiac
ModelIII
ModelMedline IIC
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Length - Feet23.75
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 9 in. (7.3 m)
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 5 in. (5.3 m) Inside Length: 12 ft. 1 in. (3.68 m)
Length overall - Meters7.24
Length overall - Meters5.31
Length overall - Inches285
Length overall - Inches209
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail881 lbs. (400 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg399.61
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.881
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail7 ft. 4 in. (2.24 m) Inside width: 3 ft. 11 in. (1.2 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters5.3
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Body / Hull
Hull materialInflatable
Hull materialRigid inflatable
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max250 hp (186 kW)
Engine max115 hp (87 kW) Recommended Maximum: 75 hp (56 kW)
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard40 hp (30 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity3,858 lbs. (1,750 kg)
Maximum capacity2,458 lbs. (1,115 kg)
Maximum people15
Maximum people9
Performance
Maximum speednot available
Maximum speed44 mph (70 km/h)

Zodiac III 2009 vs Zodiac Medline IIC 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Zodiac III 2009 or the Zodiac Medline IIC 2008?
The Zodiac III 2009 is the longer of the two at 23,8 feet overall. The Zodiac Medline IIC 2008 comes in at 17,0 feet, making it roughly 6,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Zodiac III 2009 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Zodiac Medline IIC 2008 tops out at 115 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 III 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 15 passengers, while the Zodiac Medline IIC 2008 is certified for 9. 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 III 2009 and Zodiac Medline IIC 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Zodiac III 2009 and the Zodiac Medline IIC 2008 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.