Cranchi M44 HT 2013 vs Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 or the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011?

The Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 is the longer of the two at 68,3 feet overall. The Cranchi M44 HT 2013 comes in at 44,8 feet, making it roughly 23,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 or the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011?

For trailering, the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 has the edge at 21 lbs dry weight versus 7 143 lbs for the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011. 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.

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

The Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 has a documented max rating of 2 hp. Engine specifications for the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 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 Cranchi M44 HT 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 is certified for 16. 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 Cranchi M44 HT 2013 measures 159" wide, compared to 2" for the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011. 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: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 or the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011?

The Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 has the bigger tank at 951 gallons, versus 264 gallons on the Cranchi M44 HT 2013. That 687-gallon difference translates to roughly 2061–3435 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 and Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 and the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 are built by Cranchi. 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

Cranchi M44 HT 2013 vs Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011

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Cranchi M44 HT 2013

2013

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Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011

2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Cranchi M44 HT 2013 vs Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 and the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 measures 68,3 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 23,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 at 44,8 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 tips the scales at 7 143 lbs — 7 122 lbs less than the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 at 21 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 Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 tops out at 2 hp. Engine specs for the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 carries 951 gallons versus 264 gallons in the Cranchi M44 HT 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 16 passengers and at 68,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Cranchi M44 HT 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeCranchi

ModelM44 HT

ModelSixty 4 HT

Model Year2013

Model Year2011

Measurements / Dimensions

BeamMax: 13 ft. 3 in. (4.06 m) including rub band Hull: 13 ft. 1 in. (4 m) without including rub band

Beam16 ft. 8 in. (5.10 m)

Beam - Meters4.04

Beam - Meters5.08

Beam - Inches159

Beam - Inches2

Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 2 in. (0.96 m) including props

Draft [max] - Detail5 ft. 2.5 in. (1.60 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.97

Draft [max] - Meters1.6

Draft [max] - Inches38

Draft [max] - Inches62.5

Weight - Detail21,000 lbs. (9,500 kg)

Weight - Detail71,430 lbs. (32,400 kg)

Weight - kg9525.43

Weight - kg32400.08

Weight - lbs.21

Weight - lbs.7143

Length [at waterline]32 ft. 5 in. (9.9 m)

Length [at waterline]61 ft. 2 in. (18.65 m)

Length - Feet44.83

Length - Feet68.33

Length overall - Detail44 ft. 10 in. (13.7 m)

Length overall - Detail68 ft. 4 in. (20.85 m)

Length overall - Meters13.67

Length overall - Meters20.83

Length overall - Inches538

Length overall - Inches82

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail264 gal. (1,000 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail951 gal. (3,600 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters999.35

Fuel tank capacity - Liters3599.92

Fuel tank capacity - Gal264

Fuel tank capacity - Gal951

Fuel typeDiesel

Engine makenot available

Engine makeMan D2862 V12 - 1,400 hp

Drive typenot available

Drive typeInboard - Twin

Horsepowernot available

Horsepower2 x 1,400 hp

Operational Info

Water capacity79 gal. (300 l)

Water capacity203 gal. (770 l)

Maximum people12 / 2,650 lbs. (1,200 kg)

Maximum people16 / 3,530 lbs. (1,600 kg)

Water heater capacitynot available

Water heater capacity20 gal. (75 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - DetailBlack: 73.2 gal. (277 l) Gray: 63.4 gal. (240 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters276.33

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal73.2

Cranchi M44 HT 2013 vs Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 or the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011?

The Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 is the longer of the two at 68,3 feet overall. The Cranchi M44 HT 2013 comes in at 44,8 feet, making it roughly 23,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 or the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011?

For trailering, the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 has the edge at 21 lbs dry weight versus 7 143 lbs for the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011. 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 Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 has a documented max rating of 2 hp. Engine specifications for the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 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 Cranchi M44 HT 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 is certified for 16. 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 Cranchi M44 HT 2013 measures 159" wide, compared to 2" for the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011. 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 Cranchi M44 HT 2013 or the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011?

The Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 has the bigger tank at 951 gallons, versus 264 gallons on the Cranchi M44 HT 2013. That 687-gallon difference translates to roughly 2061–3435 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 and Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Cranchi M44 HT 2013 and the Cranchi Sixty 4 HT 2011 are built by Cranchi. 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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