240 Bowrider

An Upscale Runabout: Our 24 Ft Bowrider

From stem to stern, everything about the Formula Bowrider series is designed to meet your needs and maximize your fun and relaxation on the water. This is where excellence meets sophistication, and superiority meets authenticity. Built with innovation incorporated in every aspect of its design, this Formula 24-foot boat is as stunning as it is smart.

As an enthusiastic boater who enjoys water sports, you will have lots of fun on the 240 BR. It is an upscale sports boat that combines Formula’s prestige with your personal touch, giving you elevated performance and ultimate versatility. 

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Specs

24ft 0in (7.32 m)
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LOA 24ft 0in 7.32 m
LOA with Extended Swim Platform 25ft 4in 7.72 m
Maximum Beam 8ft 6in 2.59
Approximate Weight 5,150 lbs 2,336 kg
Fuel Capacity 55 gal 208 L
Water Capacity (opt) 10 gal 38 L
Holding Tank Capacity (opt) 10 gal 38 L
Bridge Clearance 4ft 8in 1.42 m
Bridge Clearance w/Sport Arch 7ft 8in 1.42 m
Bridge Clearance w/Samson Sports Razor Wakeboard Tower 8ft 3in 2.51 m
Draft 36in .91 m
Deadrise 20° 20°

Features

DOUBLE-WIDE HELM SEAT

The Formula 240 Bowrider comes standard with a double-wide convertible helm seat with an articulating seat bottom. This newly redesigned model with ample seating also has convertible seat backs to fit any need, whether underway or at anchor. If that is not all the comfort you are looking for, the cockpit seats also feature individually reclining backrests to give you the ultimate freedom to adjust your comfort.

INTEGRATED SWIM PLATFORM

The integrated swim platform with concealed stainless swim ladder and swim platform boarding rail also comes standard with a Clarion® waterproof transom-mounted stereo control and 316L transom grab rail w/tow eye. The transom grab rails and the level non-skid deck are our answer to enhanced stability and increased usable space. Add the available Transom shower and demand water system for the perfect package.

SPORTS RAZOR TOWER

The Samson Sports Razor wakeboard tower features two rotating board racks, an LED anchor light/swivel-head rope mount, two halogen tower lights, two amplified Samson 720™ quick-release speakers and a Cipa Xtreme three-lens mirror, turning your boat into the perfect water sports vessel. The tower’s 2.5-inch diameter offers thick wall tubing that custom fits into our 24-ft Bowrider boat for the best performance and aesthetic display.

 

Formula Boats 240 Bowrider Boat Additional Features

If you’re a boater searching for a boat with high-quality features that will meet your needs and boost the amount of fun and relaxation you experience out on the water, the Formula Boats 240 Bowrider is an ideal choice. You’ll get an upscale sports boat with features to make a day on the water memorable for all the right reasons.

This Formula Boats Bowrider model is known as the entry-level model in the Formula Boats lineup, but the 240 Bowrider is far from basic. This luxurious sports boat will provide you with everything you expect from Formula Boats — think class, comfort and luxury. You’ll discover must-have features that will transform how you cruise on the water and help entertain everyone on board.

The 240 Bowrider will also give you the exceptional boating experience that all models of Formula Boats deliver, but in a more compact and easily towable product. Some of its additional features that still make heads turn and the water wiggle, include: 

  • Stand-out design and smart ergonomics: This 24-foot Formula Bowrider is sure to please with its stand-out design and smart ergonomics that are featured on all Formula Boats models. 
  • Stable performance on water: The Formula 240 has a 20-degree deadrise with an eight-foot six-inch beam, which keeps the vessel stable and improves its performance on the water.
  • Safety all around: Safety is also a priority with all Formula vessels, and the 240 Bowrider is no exception. The 240 Bowrider has molded nonskid placed in all boarding areas to ensure boat entry is safe for all passengers. It’s easy to enter the cockpit of the 240 Bowrider from the starboard-side aft entryway, too. The cockpit features a spacious layout with a continuous L-shaped lounge seating setup, twin dual-position bucket seats and an optional wet bar.
  • Full-length aft sun lounge: If you fancy lounging in the sun in the middle of the sea, our full-length aft sun lounge is a perfect addition to your fun day out on the water. Shift the captain’s seat backrest forward to expand the sun lounge for maximum stretch and relaxation.

A few of the other features that will wow you and any guests you invite aboard include:

  • Over-drive swim platform.
  • Ski and wakeboard swivel-head rope mount.
  • Concealed bow beach ladder.

Cockpit and Storage on the Formula 240 Bowrider

The Formula 240 Bowrider was built with your needs in mind. When you’re spending your entire day on the water, the cockpit has all of the storage and entertainment space you’ll need to host your family or guests on the water.

The 240 Bowrider features a removable cockpit table that is perfect for enjoying food, playing board games or other activities you can enjoy with guests. You also have the option of including a wet bar on your 240 Bowrider with Corian countertops, stainless steel sink, stainless steel safety rail and concealed trash container cabinet that will boost your onboard entertainment abilities.

You can travel on the water with confidence, knowing your personal items are safe and secure in the specially designed storage compartments on the Formula 240 Bowrider. There are numerous storage options for you and your guests on board. You can place your items in the transom trunk, the under-lounge storage compartment or the in-floor ski and wakeboard storage underneath the walkway in the vessel’s center. 

You’ll also have access to a spacious starboard storage locker, 13 drink holders and bow seating storage that will help keep your boat organized and your items safe while you cruise on the water.

The 240 Bowrider allows boaters to enjoy longer trips on the water, thanks to the expertly designed cockpit and optimal storage space. Your items will be safe and stay dry during your excursions, and you and your guests will be comfortable with all of the space the Formula 240 offers in the cockpit and the bow.

Head Compartment and Helm on 240 Bowrider Boat

The Formula 240 Bowrider boat includes a large head compartment in the portside. You can access this compartment with a portable unit through the curved fiberglass door. Inside the compartment, you’ll find a generous amount of space to change, and it is furnished with a standard portable head. You can also include a porcelain unit with a 10-gallon holding tank.

The boat’s captain can enjoy the sculpted helm and carefully designed dash, which contains Livorsi gauges set in stainless-rimmed pods. The steering wheel features brushed metallic accents, as do the Ritchie compass, digital depth sounder, side-mount shift and throttle arm with trim switch. These features help assure complete confidence while operating the boat.

You also have the option to include a SmartCraft instrumentation system, a VHF radio with antenna and a Garmin GPS system. Your 240 Bowrider will also include a Kenwood AM/FM/CD stereo with a six-month Sirius Satellite Digital Broadcast subscription. Power your Formula Boats 240 Bowrider with a single engine that ranges from 250 to 430 horsepower packages that include Volvo, Ilmor or Mercury MerCruiser.

The Formula 240 was built with every boater on board in mind. Whether you are the boat captain or a passenger enjoying the ride, the 240 Bowrider has pristine features for a fun and comfortable ride.

When you’re the captain navigating the waters, the helm and dash will give you all the information you need to safely travel calm or rough water. Passengers can sit back and relax while they listen to their favorite tunes with the stereo system. This Formula model provides entertainment for everyone on board, whether moving or anchored out in a bay or a cove.

Many Ways to Customize

The 24-foot Bowrider boat is customizable so that you can achieve the ultimate comfort and style preference for specific sections of the boat. The interior stands out as the largest customizable platform with options from cushion colors, stereo systems, head compartments and helm adjustments. 

If you love quick drinks while at sea, you can customize your cockpit with a functional wet bar that serves all your favorite drinks to keep you and your friends entertained. Add a removable table at the bow or lounge area to make food serving a breeze.

Other ways to personalize your boat include adding the perfect LED underwater lights, customizing the electrical components or a stylish paint scheme.

Built With Style and Perfection: The 240 Bowrider Boat

Like all of the Formula Boat models, the 240 Bowrider is built to carry on the legacy of prestigious vessels and is created with style and perfection in mind. With an abundance of exceptional features, this model is the ultimate choice to boost your day boating experience.

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