S-250 Coupe Berth Dimensions

[brtnstrns]

Hi everyone,

I am greatly considering the Solara S-250 Coupe in the near future as a weekend-overnight cruiser for the Puget Sound region. I was recently able to spend a good amount of time on a Ranger R-25 to get a lay of the land and an introductory feel for everything.

One thing I'm curious about is if anyone knows how the v-berth dimensions of the S-250 Coupe compare to the R-25 v-berth.

Comparing photos/3D views of them side-by-side makes me get the impression that the S-250 has slightly more room fore/aft in the V-berth, since the head door opens straight into the walkway instead of at an angle into the bed area like the R-25. But I want to make sure I'm not getting the incorrect perception and make sure it's not actually shorter than the R-25. The cushions on the S-250 nearly go straight across from port to starboard, unlike the R-25 where it's got a little v-notch cut into the cushions for clearing the door to the head.

I'm 6' 1" and with a wife and a dog, the more square footage the better for overnight sleeping.

If anyone happens to know, I'd greatly appreciate the help! Hopefully we'll get the chance to see one in person soon as well, but figured this was an easy spot to get a quick idea.

Thanks!

 

[Ralf H]

Hi there,

Unfortunately, I can't give you a real size comparison at the moment, as I don't have access to either one and these boats are built in different plants about forty miles apart. Although you may not have access to the 250 right now, the best thing to do would still be to see one in person when you can. Even if the dimensions of one are "bigger" than that of the other, it still doesn't give you any idea of what it will feel like when you're inside. That's a very important thing, especially with spouses.

If it helps, I am 6'2" and can tell you that I fit just fine in either. Hope that doesn't make things more difficult 😉

Cheers,

Ralf

 

[brtnstrns]

Hi there,

Unfortunately, I can't give you a real size comparison at the moment, as I don't have access to either one and these boats are built in different plants about forty miles apart. Although you may not have access to the 250 right now, the best thing to do would still be to see one in person when you can. Even if the dimensions of one are "bigger" than that of the other, it still doesn't give you any idea of what it will feel like when you're inside. That's a very important thing, especially with spouses.

If it helps, I am 6'2" and can tell you that I fit just fine in either. Hope that doesn't make things more difficult 😉

Cheers,

Ralf

Thanks Ralf! I'm actually in touch with Andrew now and we'll be figuring out a time for us to go see one in person at the factory. Just have to wait until the build schedule matches up.

 

[Ralf H]

That's perfect. Enjoy! 🙂

 

[eagerkr]

We have a C242. I’m 5-9 and husband is 6-3 and we just fit. It helps that I’m a side sleeper and don’t stretch out much. Our 75lb long legged dog sleeps with us so it’s even more snug. The first night is a bit of an adjustment, but we get used to it and sleep comfortably. The best thing we did to improve our comfort was to get a mattress topper from Yacht Bedding.