Helpful Reviews of The 8 Most Popular Berkshire Pontoon Boats
Are you in the market for a new pontoon boat?
Westshore Marine offers a full line of brand new Berkshire pontoon boats for you to choose from!
But picking your next pontoon boat can be a little overwhelming. There is a lot to think about and many options for you and your family. We are here to help you through the process of buying your next pontoon boat.
But to help you narrow your search, let’s take a closer look at the eight most popular Berkshire pontoon boats on the market!
2017 Berkshire Pontoons 20CL 2.0
If you are looking for a great package at an entry-level price, Berkshire’s 20CL 2.0 is a great option.
This Berkshire pontoon boat has a nice size deck of 8’6″ by 18’7″. It can hold a maximum capacity of 11 people and a person capacity of 1,525 pounds.
The base model comes with LED navigation lights with a low-back helm chair. It also includes an attractive beige or gray vinyl weave flooring. This makes it easier to clean after a long day on the water. It also helps extend the life of your flooring so that it lasts longer.
Looking to beef up the base level model?
There are deluxe packages that offer a vinyl furniture upgrade, blackout trim packages, and performance upgrades too!
2017 Berkshire Pontoons 23RFC 2.75
Want more room and more luxury? Berkshire’s 23RFC 2.75 gives you all that and more.
As part of the STS Fishing Series, this Berkshire pontoon boat has a bigger deck. It is 8’6″ wide by 23’7″ long. It has a maximum capacity of 12 people and a maximum engine capacity of 200 horsepower.
The 2.75 Performance Package adds a center sports tube, full aluminum under deck performance skin, lifting strakes on the inside of the outer tube, Seastar hydraulic steering and a 27-gallon gas tank.
This boat is made for a day out on the water. Near the stern of the boat, there are two chairs facing the ladder entry swim platform. There are also rod holders so that you can cast your line and relax as you wait for your next bite!
2017 Berkshire Pontoons 23RFC 3.0
If you are looking for a little more performance than the 2.75, Berkshire’s 23RFC 3.0 will give you that!
In addition to the standard features on the 23RFC, the 3.0 ups the ante by adding a handful of other great options.
You will have a full center tube, full aluminum under deck performance skin, lifting strakes on both the center tube and on the inside of the outer tubes. You will also have Seastar hydraulic steering and a 37-gallon fuel tank.
While this Berkshire pontoon boat keeps the same dimensions as its 2.75 counterparts, it has a 13-person, 1825 pound capacity. It also can handle significant more power, adding 50 horsepower for a grand total of 250!
2017 Berkshire Pontoons STS Entertainment Series 25E 3.0
Do you want a beautiful pontoon boat to entertain guests on?
Berkshire’s STS Entertainment Series offers the 25E with the 3.0 performance package upgrade. With it comes great features that add to the experience of being on the boat for you and your guests!
This spacious boat is 8’6″ wide by 25′ long, giving you a large area to entertain. With a 14-person, 1980-pound capacity, you can bring along many guests. The 3.0 version offers 100 horsepower more than the 2.0, with 250 horsepower coming standard in this model.
While there is the captain’s seat behind the steering wheel, there are also four more separate seats as well as the seats that round the perimeter of a pontoon boat.
Worried about running out of gas on a long day out on the water? This version also comes with a 37-gallon fuel tank. It’s a gorgeous boat that offers you and your guests a great combination of luxury and performance.
2017 Berkshire Pontoons 27RFX-UDS-XR 3.0+
If you want a little more luxury, the 27RFX-UDS-XR 3.0+ has you covered. Both figuratively and literally.
This Berkshire pontoon boat comes with a Surlast 10′ color matched Bimini top with a stainless quick release and riser bracket. This boat has even more space as the deck measures 8’6″ wide by 26’6″ long.
It has a 13-person, 1805-pound capacity and is made to entertain guests. It comes complete with a Kicker waterproof radio with MP3, iPod, and Bluetooth compatibility. It also has four 165-watt lighted speakers with protective inside covers.
Did you ever think of owning a boat with a slide? Well, here’s your chance! Climb the steps to your helm pedestal and enjoy the raised deck a little while. Or climb it and take the slide down direct to the water!
The 3.0+ packs some punch too, as it comes standard with 350 horsepower!
2017 Berkshire Pontoons ULTRA27E-UDS-XR 3.0+
The ULTRA27E-UDS-XR 3.0+ is a boat that takes everything up a notch!
This Berkshire pontoon boat comes complete with a full entertainment system and with a bar and sink! How’s that for a place to entertain your guests?!
Like the 27RFX-UDS-XR 3.0+, it also comes with a raised helm platform that can hold up to four people, with a slide that will take you right to the water!
It comes standard with 350 horsepower and has a 13 person, 1805-pound seating capacity.
There is a wide range of panel and accent colors, as well as vinyl color options to choose from. The options in this pontoon boat give you the chance to make yours something that truly can be one of a kind on the water!
2017 Berkshire Pontoons 200 Series 217F
Berkshire’s 200 Series 217F is a good package at a great price.
You will get the build quality that comes with the Berkshire brand but at a more affordable price than some of their higher-end models.
The 217F comes with an 8-person, 1535-pound capacity and has a recommended maximum motor capacity of 60 horsepower.
You can enjoy the water with friends and family while fishing, as this boat comes standard with four fishing pedestal chairs and rod holders.
While this boat can be used for entertaining, it’s designed with fishermen (and fisherwomen) in mind and is a great boat for the money.
2017 Berkshire Pontoon Boats 20C
Looking for something a little more affordable? Berkshire’s 20C is a great alternative to the cost that comes with some of their top-end offerings.
The 20C is a boat that has a maximum horsepower capacity of 60 and is meant to cruise the open water with your guests. Looking to take a dip in the lake? There is a boarding ladder near the elevated swim platform.
The 20C is some great bang for your buck, allowing you to enjoy the life of being on a pontoon boat for under $20,000!
Berkshire Pontoon Boats Deliver Value
If you are looking for a pontoon boat, the Berkshire brand gives you a lot of options at numerous price points. Berkshire is a line offered through Forest River Marine and began in 2009. Forest River Marine is a division of Forest River, Inc., which is the largest recreational vehicle manufacturer in the world.
Simply put, Berkshire knows what they are doing when it comes to creating luxury and performance! These boats are engineered and designed for both fishing and entertaining in mind.
With numerous price ranges and luxury levels, there is a boat to fit your needs.
If you are watching your wallet a little bit more, the 20C and the 200 Series 217F are boats to consider. You receive the build quality and reputation of the Berkshire brand in an affordable package.
The nice thing about Berkshire’s offerings is that if you are shopping with a looser budget, you will find some of the best pontoon boats on the market!
When you are choosing from their high-end models, you can add on unique features like bars and slides. These are two things that separate your boat from others and will make your pontoon boat stand out from the rest!
Berkshire’s models come with luxury and performance upgrades, which allow you to keep unique deck designs while increasing your horsepower capacity.
Another great characteristic of these boats is how spacious they are. Whether you are buying a pontoon boat for fishing or entertaining, Berkshire has ensured that you will have enough room to do what you want with it.
Their spacious decks are intelligently designed to last longer than the competition while also being easy to clean. After all, who wants to spend more time than they need to keep their boat clean. Especially after a long day of fishing!
Besides the build quality of Berkshire pontoon boats, they have found a way to offer unique packages at competitive price points. When you purchase Berkshire boats, you are buying a trusted name in the industry with a track record of performance.
In fact, their parent company Forest River Marine has been consistently recognized by the National Marine Manufacturers Association as a Marine Industry CSI Award winner. This is based on customer satisfaction and is a credit to the efforts that Berkshire goes through to ensure you are getting a good product.
If you would like to learn more about Berkshire pontoon boats, we are here for you! Westshore Marine will help you narrow down the choices that best fit your needs. Our experienced professionals are passionate about boating and want to help you find the boat for you.
I have considered a pontoon boat for sometime. Some of the options that appeal, like the small 60 hp motor, 18 – 20 feet long, sink with bar, 4 to 6 people maximum and can the seating be made into a queen bed
Unfortunately the seats don’t fold down like a sofa to make a bed. They do have certain models that have lounger chairs on them to and found them quiet comfy to relax on and sometimes have a nice nap!