Godfrey Aquapatio 255 SB

Boat Test #1607
By Tom Dillon

Godfrey Pontoon Boats are an integral part of pontoon boat history, having introduced the first all-aluminum pontoon way back in 1958. The company has kept up the innovation and continues to maintain a high product standard. They now offer a wide range of pontoon boats, with a considerable number of layout options.

This particular model, the 255 Split Bench is designed to keep a nice open deck with plenty of room to move around. Externally it has a standard pontoon boat aesthetic, not trying to be too fancy or look like something that is not. The general layout is also fairly standard; the helm station being midships to the starboard side, and seating around the outside rails. Where this model gets its Split Bench name is in the way the centre-line of the boat is wide open, the benches are split at each end. This essentially creates a walkway the whole length of the vessel, from the bow gate to the swim platform, and it also increases the usable deck space for those not sitting. 

The folding bimini comes standard and mounts a little aft of midships, covering most of the boat when fully extended.  There are three gates: one at the stern, the second at the bow and the third on the port side.  The 255 is rated to carry up to 150 HP in the standard configuration, and more if you opt for a sportier pontoon option. Other standard features include everything you need to get out on the water, from navigation lights to a trolling motor plug and built in speakers. Options abound to allow for total customization of the boat to fulfill whatever needs and desires you have.

The Godfrey Aquapatio 255 SB is going to be a very solid and dependable watercraft. If you get a Godfrey, you’re choosing a company with heritage that takes pride in every aspect of their business and you’ll get a guarantee of the utmost enjoyment out of their boats.

Specifications

Length Overall: 25’ 10”/ 7.87 m
Width: 8’ 6” / 2.59 m
Weight: 2,600 lbs. / 1179 kg.
Capacity: 14 People
Max HP: 150

For more information: www.godfreypontoonboats.com