Fuel capacity on 1989 Fiesta Vee 250

botsy2017

Can anyone help can not find capacity anywhere?

Boatman

Brief Summary

The new 250 Fiesta Vee immediately stands out as a "stretch" version of the express cruiser concept. Its uncluttered, single-level cockpit seems the size of most deckboats and its an inviting walk from swimplatform right on up to the cabin.

Key Features

You won't go wanting for seating room in the 250, which features a double-wide helm seat with flip-up bolster, wrap-around portside lounge, and nearly full-beam aft bench seat. The wetbar in the cockpit comes complete with freshwater sink, trash bin, and 25-quart Igloo cooler so no one has to run down to the galley for refreshments. Speaking of the galley, the 250's has a standard undercounter refrigerator/freezer, sink, alcohol/electric stove, and microwave oven. The dinette is fully forward with U-shaped seating for four, and the table drops down to create a double berth. A second double is located in the mid-cabin, and that, combined with a fully enclosed head/shower make the 250 Fiesta Vee an exciting new addition to your express cruiser choices.

Specifications

Length Overall	27'1''
Beam	8'6''
Dry Weight	6,350 lbs.
Tested Weight	N/A
Draft	3'0''
- Draft Up	N/A
- Draft Down	N/A
- Air Draft	N/A
Deadrise/Transom	18 deg.
Max Headroom	6'0''
Bridge Clearance	6'10''
Weight Capacity	N/A
Person Capacity	N/A
Fuel Capacity	75 gal.
Water Capacity	33 gal.
Length on Trailer	N/A
Height on Trailer	N/A
Trailer Weight	N/A
Total Weight (Trailer, Boat, & Engine)	N/A

Prices, features, designs, and equipment are subject to change. Please see your local dealer or visit the builder's website for the latest information available on this boat model.

Engine Options

Std. Power	1 x 220-hp MerCruiser 5.0L Alpha One gas sterndrive
Tested Power	1 x 300-hp MerCruiser 350 MAG MPI
Opt. Power	Various MerCruiser sterndrives up to 1x320-hp 1 x 320-hp MerCruiser 6.2MX Bravo 3

Test Results - Change Measurement Unit

RPM	MPH	Knots	GPH	MPG	NMPG	Stat. Mile	NM	dBa
650	3.4	2.9	1.0	3.4	2.9	226	197	64
1000	5.4	4.7	1.5	3.7	3.2	251	219	71
1500	6.7	5.8	2.6	2.6	2.3	177	154	69
2000	8.5	7.3	5.0	1.7	1.5	114	99	74
2500	11.3	9.8	7.5	1.5	1.3	102	89	79
3000	18.4	16.0	8.5	2.2	1.9	147	127	80
3500	26.8	23.3	10.5	2.6	2.2	173	150	81
4000	32.8	28.5	13.0	2.5	2.2	171	149	82
4500	37.9	32.9	16.7	2.3	2.0	153	133	84
5000	41.6	36.2	21.8	1.9	1.7	129	112	88

RPM	NM	KM	KPH	LPH	KPL	dBA
650	197	364	5.50	3.79	1.42	64
1000	219	404	8.70	5.68	1.58	71
1500	154	285	10.80	9.84	1.12	69
2000	99	183	13.70	18.93	0.72	74
2500	89	164	18.20	28.39	0.65	79
3000	127	237	29.60	32.18	0.92	80
3500	150	278	43.10	39.75	1.09	81
4000	149	275	52.80	49.21	1.08	82
4500	133	246	61.00	63.22	0.97	84
5000	112	208	66.90	82.52	0.81	88

All fuel consumption numbers are the total for all engines in the boat. Speeds are measured with Stalker ProSports radar gun or GPS. Fuel consumption (gallons per hour) measured with Floscan digital fuel-flow meter or by on-board factory-installed diagnostic instruments. Range is based on 90% of published fuel capacity. Sound levels determined using Radio Shack digital decibel meter on A scale. 68 dBA is the level of normal conversation. Time to plane is measured from start of acceleration to formation of rooster tail behind boat.

Performance Chart

Acceleration Times & Test Conditions

Time To Plane	5.5 sec.
0 to 30	10.9 sec.
Ratio	2.2 : 1
Props	22''
Load	2 persons, full fuel, full water, min. gear
Climate	80 deg., 88% humid.; wind: 0-3 knots; seas: calm

Rinker 250 Fiesta Vee (Not in Production) Line Drawing

botsy2017

I don't think it holds 75 gallons. I filled it up to full and the pump I think said 44 gallon so I think it has to be somewhere around 50 gallons.

Willhound

Is your gas gauge accurate? The specs @Boatman posted look right out of a magazine and my FV270 takes 100 Gallons, so 75 for your 250 sounds about right.

prgrod01

My 2001 242 is 75 gallons

[Deleted User]

The specs Boatman posted look legit to me. 2006 FV250's have 70 gallon tanks. I don't think 50 gallons would be adequate considering the fuel burn rate. How did you determine the tank was near empty when you put in the 44 gals?

Andy

botsy2017

I was at about 1/8 on the gauge and it was showing full after 44 gallons 

skennelly

My fuel guage moves very slow compared to the gas I pump in.  Almost like 20 gallons moves the needle a little bit.

[Deleted User]

My gas gauge shows one quarter of a tank and I've used 36 gallons according to my fuel flow meter and I know my tank holds a bit over 70 gallons because I had a new one built from scratch.

My mechanic blames the inaccuracy on the "V" shape bottoms of the tank and the sender being better suited to squarer automotive tank applications, plus boat often do not sit level. Not sure about that, but my distrust of the factory gas gauge led me to install a fuel flow gauge by Floscan. Great peace of mind knowing a) how much fuel per hour you are burning and, b) how much fuel has been consumed.

Andy