Cobalt Boats A25 2013 vs Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Cobalt Boats A25 2013 or the Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008?

The Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 is the longer of the two at 45,0 feet overall. The Cobalt Boats A25 2013 comes in at 25,5 feet, making it roughly 19,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Cobalt Boats A25 2013 has a documented max rating of 430 hp. Engine specifications for the Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Cobalt Boats A25 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 15 passengers, while the Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 is certified for 14. 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.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 measures 168" wide, compared to 102" for the Cobalt Boats A25 2013. 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.

Q: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Cobalt Boats A25 2013 and Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 5 gallons and 4 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Cobalt Boats A25 2013 and Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Cobalt Boats A25 2013 and the Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 are built by Cobalt Boats. 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.

Boat Comparison

Cobalt Boats A25 2013 vs Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008

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Cobalt Boats A25 2013

2013

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Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008

2008

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Cobalt Boats A25 2013 vs Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Cobalt Boats A25 2013 and the Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 are deep vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

The Cobalt Boats A25 2013 carries a rated maximum of 430 hp. Engine data for the Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 5 gal and 4 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Cobalt Boats A25 2013 is rated for 15 passengers, while the Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 caps at 14. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Cobalt Boats A25 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Cobalt Boats A25 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 15 passengers and at 25,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 14 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeCobalt Boats

ModelA25

ModelCobalt Yacht 46

Model Year2013

Model Year2008

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam14 ft. 0 in. (4.26 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters4.27

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches168

Bridge clearance - DetailWithout Bimini: 4 ft. 11 in. (1.5 m) With Arch or Tower: 8 ft. 2 in. (2.49 m)

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.49

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches98

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Deadrise21°

Deadrisenot available

Draft [drive up] - Detail30 in. (0.76 m)

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.76

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] inches3

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (0.99 m)

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.99

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Inches39

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Weight - Detail5,125 lbs. (2,325 kg)

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - kg2324.66

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - lbs.5125

Weight - lbs.not available

Length - Feet25.5

Length - Feet45

Length [over all with swim platform]25 ft. 6 in. (7.77 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters13.7

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Detail46 ft. 10 in. (14.35 m)

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Meters14.27

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Inches562

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardVolvo Single V8-300C DP

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail400 gal. (1,515 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27

Fuel tank capacity - Liters1514.16

Fuel tank capacity - Gal5

Fuel tank capacity - Gal4

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typenot available

Drive typeI/O

Drive typeInboard

Horsepower300 php (313 PkW)

Horsepowernot available

Engine max430 php (321 PkW)

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Water capacity10 gal. (38 l)

Water capacity150 gal. (398 l)

Maximum capacity2,065 lbs. (937 kg)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people15

Maximum peoplenot available

Cobalt Boats A25 2013 vs Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Cobalt Boats A25 2013 or the Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008?

The Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 is the longer of the two at 45,0 feet overall. The Cobalt Boats A25 2013 comes in at 25,5 feet, making it roughly 19,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Cobalt Boats A25 2013 has a documented max rating of 430 hp. Engine specifications for the Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Cobalt Boats A25 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 15 passengers, while the Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 is certified for 14. 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 Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 measures 168" wide, compared to 102" for the Cobalt Boats A25 2013. 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.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Cobalt Boats A25 2013 and Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 5 gallons and 4 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Cobalt Boats A25 2013 and Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Cobalt Boats A25 2013 and the Cobalt Boats Cobalt Yacht 46 2008 are built by Cobalt Boats. 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.

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