When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Zodiac Pro 15 Man 2012 and the Zodiac Yachtline Rib 340R 2008 are inflatable rigid designs with fiberglass 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Zodiac Pro 15 Man 2012 measures 20,7 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 9,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Zodiac Yachtline Rib 340R 2008 at 11,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Zodiac Pro 15 Man 2012 tips the scales at 1 257 lbs — 1 090 lbs more than the Zodiac Yachtline Rib 340R 2008 at 167 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 15 Man 2012 has a 125-hp advantage over the Zodiac Yachtline Rib 340R 2008's 25-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
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.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Zodiac Yachtline Rib 340R 2008 comes in at 7 lbs per hp versus 8 lbs per hp for the Zodiac Pro 15 Man 2012. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Top speed is rated at 53 mph for the Zodiac Pro 15 Man 2012 and 34 mph for the Zodiac Yachtline Rib 340R 2008.
The Zodiac Pro 15 Man 2012 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Zodiac Yachtline Rib 340R 2008 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 15 Man 2012 at 20,7 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Zodiac Yachtline Rib 340R 2008 at 11,0 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.