Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 boat specs
Abeking & Rasmussen
Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011
2011
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Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006 boat specs
Abeking & Rasmussen
Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006
2006
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Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 vs Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 vs Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 2 000 hp for the Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 and 2 000 hp for the Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 is rated for 60 passengers, while the Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006 caps at 57. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 60 passengers and at 197,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 57 that costs less to run day-to-day.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail197.00 ft
Length overall - Detail190.00 ft
Length - Feet197
Length - Feet190
Length overall - Meters60.05
Length overall - Meters57.91
Length overall - Inches2364
Length overall - Inches2280
Beam36.00 ft
Beam35.10 ft
Beam - Meters10.97
Beam - Meters10.7
Beam - Inches432
Beam - Inches421
Draft [max] - Detail11.40 ft
Draft [max] - Detail11.40 ft
Draft [max] - Meters3.47
Draft [max] - Meters3.47
Draft [max] - Inches137
Draft [max] - Inches137
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal29587
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters111998.93
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Engine makeCaterpillar
Engine makeCaterpillar
Engine model3516
Engine model3516
Horsepower2000 hp
Horsepower2000 hp
Engine 2 Engine MakeCaterpillar
Engine 2 Engine MakeCaterpillar
Engine 2 Engine Model3516
Engine 2 Engine Model3516
Engine 2 Horsepower2000 hp
Engine 2 Horsepower2000 hp
Performance
Cruising speed14
Cruising speed14
Cruising speed measureknots
Cruising speed measureknots
Maximum speed16
Maximum speed16
Maximum speed measureknots
Maximum speed measureknots
Operational Info
Water capacity7396
Water capacitynot available
Boat typePower
Boat typePower

Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 vs Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 or the Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006?
The Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 is the longer of the two at 197,0 feet overall. The Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006 comes in at 190,0 feet, making it roughly 7,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 60 passengers, while the Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006 is certified for 57. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 measures 432" wide, compared to 421" for the Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Are the Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 and Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser 2011 and the Abeking & Rasmussen Lady Sheridan 2006 are built by Abeking & Rasmussen. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.