Deciding between new 2320 and 2520 XLD

[Bmoore]

Almost put a deposit on the 2320.... Until I stepped on a 2520 XLD. Love that cabin and enclosed V berth [emoji106] So much nicer for the days when my wife and kids join. Now Im really confused. We carry a lot of weight with 60 gallon ++ bait tanks and would have to step up to twin 200's. Most of our fishing is 20-30 miles to occasional 60 miles offshore, but that's not my primary reason for twins. Infact, I'd feel very comfortable with just a single on the 2320. Both of these boats are plenty capable and would have similar range. So here's my concern $$$. Yes, I could save by getting the 2320. Unless in a few years I decided I wanted to upgrade. Then I'd wished I bit the bullet in the first place.

1) Never had twin engines. I can handle paying for the annual maintenance cost, but concerned about twice the chance of something having to be repaired on one of the engines at any given time. Also not looking forward to the day I want to re-power twins.

2) Fuel Economy - would it be much worse with twins 200's on the 2520 XLD over a single on the 2320 ?

3) Trailering - I'd have to trade in my Tundra $$. I trailer 10-20 Miles each way and slipping is not an option, but with the right truck I think I could get used to Trailering this boat.

Basically the 2320 makes more since for me financially, but man it's a tough decision. That 2520 Is a nice boat !!!

I think I rambled more than I asked questions, but welcome any opinions regarding the trade offs between these two boats.

Thanks guys -- Brad




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[warthog5]

Isn't a Tundra $$ a Full size truck?

 

[MadGar]

If your Tundra has the 5.7L you will have no trouble pulling either boat. I used my brothers Tundra quite often to pull my previous boat (27' Triton with twins) and had no issues. It didn't strain a bit as that truck is plenty powerful enough to pull. Now if you have an older Turndra (pre 07 I believe) or the 4.6L then yes, you would probably need to have a different towing vehicle.

 

[johnkn]

If you're that undecided on which boat to choose ask yourself this, if you got the 23 would you always wish you had the 25? Good luck

 

[Megabyte]

You might want to consider (and price) the 2520 XLD with a single 300.
That is what CP member PETE just ordered.
Plenty of power, and less weight on the transom, which should offset your bait tank.

Something to consider.

 

[Bmoore]

My Tundra's max tow is 9800 lbs. I keep calculating weight of boat, gas, trailer, half tower etc.. And coming in right around max. It's a half ton...but I've been told the 2530xld really needs a 3/4 ton. I'll ask the dealer about the 300. I actually saw Pete's Marlin video and thought of asking him how he liked the single 300. Looked really nice !!


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[Megabyte]

Different Pete.

PETE used to own a 2520 when he lived in NY and sold it before he moved to DE.
He bought a 2015 2320 once in DE, but always missed his old boat.
So... he recently sold the 2320 and ordered a 2520 XLD with a 300.

Expecting delivery in January.

 

[Bmoore]

He's owned both [emoji106] now that's someone I'd love to talk too.


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[Megabyte]

He's owned both [emoji106] now that's someone I'd love to talk too.

 

[SanityCheck]

Brad, Can your Tundra tow a 2520 XLD probability yes could you stop in a hurry if you needed to NO even with full surge brakes on the trailer. With a max tow weight of just under 10K you would be exceeding your truck tow weight. If you happen to have an accident the lawyers would have a field day on your claim. My buddy has a 2530 with twin 150's (yes a little heavier boat) he is over 11k lbs on a steel two axle trailer. Have fun boat searching

 

[johnkn]

What ever you decide a sea trial is a must. DO NOT believe the performance numbers on the Parker site. If I knew 4 months ago what I know now I would not have ordered the single 300 on my new 2520XL, but that's just me. Good luck

 

[shawnee83]

Does anybody know why Parker doesn't offer the 350 single as an option on the 2520XLD?

 

[johnkn]

Who said you can't get a 350?. I could have ordered one on my XL. They offer more combinations than what's on their web site.

 

[A-K]

Bmoore-

Something to think about. You live in California. You might want to check on your states wide load limits. I believe the 2520 has a 9'6" beam and the 2320 has a 8'6" beam. If the 2520 exceeds CA's wide load law, you'll need to buy a permit. Also, you mentioned you want to bring your family. The 2520 might be more appealing for them to join you because of the extra cabin space.

I first looked at boats with twins. Then realized I didn't have the funds to buy the boat, maintain, and fuel it up. I really wanted to get into a better boat and start fishing offshore more. So got the 2320 with a 300 yamaha its been a fine vessel. I've ran it in really rough seas and some crazy bar crossings, that made everyone on the boat pucker up.

Either boat will serve you well. I think if you can make the 2520 deal happen do that. But the 2320 will get it done.

 

[Bmoore]

Nice set-up AK !! Thanks for all the responses. Yes, the 2520 would be ideal and my wife prefers it, so that's a bonus [emoji106], but the 2320 is a heck of a boat and I'm real keen on the extra savings upfront and on engine maintenance that can be used for auto-pilot, electronics, bait tank etc.. Just to confuse things more I'm also seriously looking at the 2510. That's a nice boat too !


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[Lucky John]

The wider beam on a 2520 xld makes a BIG difference. I went with a single 300 and have been very happy with my setup.I made about 6-7 canyon runs this season which is 72=75 nm each way. I burn about 125 gallons per trip. One of your biggest problems will be topping your tank off .............god I hate that filter and going to remove or re direct this winter.as mentioned do not believe the numbers Parker has listed on their website, they are not that accurate.

 

[shawnee83]

Who said you can't get a 350?. I could have ordered one on my XL. They offer more combinations than what's on their web site.

I was just going by what they have listed on their web site as engine options. That said, perhaps getting the 2520XLD with the 350 Yam single may be a good compromise vs twin 200's? Just a thought?

 

[warthog5]

My Tundra's max tow is 9800 lbs. I keep calculating weight of boat, gas, trailer, half tower etc.. And coming in right around max.

Stop worring about the truck..... You said your towing 10 to 15mi. Now if you were pulling long distance... Then yes.... The 3/4 ton would be a good choice. But your not.

When I'm not with my son.... He pulls our 2530 with a 2015 1/2 ton Chevy. Nothing special about it... Crewcab and 2wheel drive.

The weigh in on our 2530 is right at 9500lbs boat/trailer & full of fuel. Boat alone is 7600lbs.

 

[grouperjim]

As said don't let the truck be a factor on such short distances. I have towed the 2320 all over FL with a V8/3.73 F150 and at times I forgot it was back there. With the same truck I have towed a friend's 2520 short distances to the local marina and to the nearby ramps. It is a beast towing compared to the 2320 but the truck can handle it. The 2320 is a breeze to launch and recover as well. The 2520 can be a handful........a second person is helpful.

With a permatrim and 18w tabs the 21 degree hull of the 2320 will give you a better ride in the rough stuff than same degree 25xld with the 9.5 beam. The extra weight of the 25 helps a little but the 2320 gets on top and can run easily in a heavy 3ft chop. The conditions in Cali are more rollers than chop so getting on top might not be an issue for you. In the Gulf of Mexico it is.

If you like to fish 4 or more people all the time the room on the 2520 makes a difference. You can feel crowded with more than 4 on the 23 on long or overnight trips.

Pay attention to the pulpit/windlass setup. With 8 plait line and the factory windlass config the 2520 with the wider beam allows the anchor rode to tumble more easily into the anchor locker. On the 2320 if the windlass is mounted on the rear of the pulpit there can be issues with the rode hanging up as it tries to find its way to the bottom of the anchor locker. The 8.5 beam doesn't help the issue but the answer is to mount the windlass just aft of the pulpit were the line will fall easily into the deepest part and allow for more capacity.

Lastly, people look at you funny when they come up on a 23ft when you are 140 mi offshore. 8)

Oh....and the resale value on the 2320 second to none.

 

[vipertom1970]

I got a used 2320 coming home sometimes next week but when I did my research, most used 2320 was almost the same price as the 2520 and fore sure it's harder to find a used 2320 in Socal.