Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 boat specs
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Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011
2011
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Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 boat specs
Carver Yachts
Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009
2009
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Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 vs Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 against a modified vee Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 measures 49,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 10,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 at 38,3 feet (2011). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 tips the scales at 35 811 lbs — 35 593 lbs less than the Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 at 218 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 tops out at 480 hp. Engine specs for the Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 carries 562 gallons versus 311 gallons in the Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Bottom line: The Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 at 49,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 at 38,3 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeCarver Yachts
MakeCarver Yachts
Model36 Super Sport
Model47 Motor Yacht
Model Year2011
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam13 ft. 1 in. (4 m)
Beam14 ft. 2 in. (4.3 m)
Beam - Meters3.99
Beam - Meters4.32
Beam - Inches157
Beam - Inches17
Bridge clearance - Detail14 ft. 8 in. (4.47 m) with arch
Bridge clearance - Detail18 ft. (5.49 m) with arch
Bridge clearance - Meters4.47
Bridge clearance - Meters5.49
Bridge clearance - Inches176
Bridge clearance - Inches216
Draft [max] - Detail37 in. (0.94 m)
Draft [max] - Detail42 in. (1 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Inches37
Draft [max] - Inches42
Weight - Detail21,800 lbs. (9,888 kg) with fuel and water
Weight - DetailGas: 34,723 lbs. (15,750 kg) with fuel & water Diesel: 35,811 lbs. (16,244 kg) with fuel & water
Weight - kg9888.31
Weight - kg16243.58
Weight - lbs.218
Weight - lbs.35811
Length - Feet38.25
Length - Feet49
Length [over all with swim platform]38 ft. 3 in. (11.66 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]49 ft. 2 in. (15 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters15
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches2
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardCrusader? 5.7 MPI - 330 hp (includes fresh water cooling)
Engine/s standardCrusader? 8.1 MPI - 385 hp (includes fresh water cooling)
Fuel tank capacity - DetailGas Twin Inboards: 311 gal. (1,177 l)
Fuel tank capacity - DetailGas: 404 gal. (1,530 l) Diesel: 562 gal. (2,127 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1177.26
Fuel tank capacity - Liters2127.4
Fuel tank capacity - Gal311
Fuel tank capacity - Gal562
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max480 hp
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 7 in. (2 m)
Headroom6 ft. 10 in. (2.1 m)
Sleeping capacity4 (5 optional)
Sleeping capacity4 (6 optional)
Water capacity78 gal. (295 l)
Water capacityGas: 150 gal.(568 l) Diesel: 90 gal. (341 l)
Water heater capacity6 gal. (23 l)
Water heater capacitynot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail37.5 gal. (142 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailGas: 127 gal. (481 l) Diesel: 75 gal. (284 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters143.85
Holding tank capacity - Liters480.75
Holding tank capacity - Gal37.5
Holding tank capacity - Gal127

Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 vs Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 or the Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009?
The Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 is the longer of the two at 49,0 feet overall. The Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 comes in at 38,3 feet, making it roughly 10,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 or the Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009?
For trailering, the Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 has the edge at 218 lbs dry weight versus 35 811 lbs for the Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 has a documented max rating of 480 hp. Engine specifications for the Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 measures 157" wide, compared to 17" for the Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009. 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.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 or the Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009?
The Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 has the bigger tank at 562 gallons, versus 311 gallons on the Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011. That 251-gallon difference translates to roughly 753–1255 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 and Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Carver Yachts 36 Super Sport 2011 and the Carver Yachts 47 Motor Yacht 2009 are built by Carver Yachts. 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.