Crownline 250 CR 2009 vs Crownline 260 EX 2004 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Crownline 250 CR 2009 or the Crownline 260 EX 2004?

For trailering, the Crownline 260 EX 2004 has the edge at 56 lbs dry weight versus 66 lbs for the Crownline 250 CR 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.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Crownline 250 CR 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Crownline 260 EX 2004 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: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Crownline 250 CR 2009 and Crownline 260 EX 2004 share an 102 in. (2.59 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Crownline 250 CR 2009 or the Crownline 260 EX 2004?

The Crownline 260 EX 2004 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 75 gallons on the Crownline 250 CR 2009. That 9-gallon difference translates to roughly 27–45 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Crownline 250 CR 2009 and Crownline 260 EX 2004 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Crownline 250 CR 2009 and the Crownline 260 EX 2004 are built by Crownline. 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

Crownline 250 CR 2009 vs Crownline 260 EX 2004

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Crownline 250 CR 2009

2009

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Crownline 260 EX 2004

2004

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Crownline 250 CR 2009 vs Crownline 260 EX 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Crownline 250 CR 2009 vs Crownline 260 EX 2004 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 — 425 hp for the Crownline 250 CR 2009 and 425 hp for the Crownline 260 EX 2004. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Crownline 260 EX 2004 carries 84 gallons versus 75 gallons in the Crownline 250 CR 2009. 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 Crownline 260 EX 2004 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Crownline 250 CR 2009 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crownline 260 EX 2004 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Crownline 260 EX 2004 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 0,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crownline 250 CR 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeCrownline

Model250 CR

Model260 EX

Model Year2009

Model Year2004

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam102 in

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail74.25 in. (1.9 m) without arch

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters1.88

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches74.25

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Deadrise18℃

Deadrise19℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail23 in. (58 cm)

Draft [drive up] - Detail21 in

Draft [drive up] meters0.58

Draft [drive up] meters0.53

Draft [drive up] inches23

Draft [drive up] inches21

Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (97 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail35 in

Draft [max] - Meters0.97

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Inches38

Draft [max] - Inches35

Weight - Detail6,400 - 6,600 lbs. (2,903 - 2,994 kg)

Weight - Detail5400 lbs. - 5600 lbs

Weight - kg2993.71

Weight - kg2540.12

Weight - lbs.66

Weight - lbs.56

Length - Meters8.13

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet26

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Inches8

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail26 ft. 8 in. (8.13 m)

Length overall - Detail24 ft. 6 in

Length overall - Meters8.13

Length overall - Meters7.47

Length overall - Inches32

Length overall - Inches294

Height [transom]not available

Height [transom]65 in

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull materialnot available

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typenot available

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine makeMercury

Engine makenot available

Engine model5.7 l Bravo III

Engine modelnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal. (284 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail84 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91

Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97

Fuel tank capacity - Gal75

Fuel tank capacity - Gal84

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typenot available

Drive typeInboard

Drive typenot available

Horsepower250 php

Horsepowernot available

Engine max425 hp

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,344 lbs. (610 kg)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people9

Maximum people14 Persons

Crownline 250 CR 2009 vs Crownline 260 EX 2004 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Crownline 250 CR 2009 or the Crownline 260 EX 2004?

For trailering, the Crownline 260 EX 2004 has the edge at 56 lbs dry weight versus 66 lbs for the Crownline 250 CR 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.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Crownline 250 CR 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Crownline 260 EX 2004 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.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Crownline 250 CR 2009 and Crownline 260 EX 2004 share an 102 in. (2.59 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Crownline 250 CR 2009 or the Crownline 260 EX 2004?

The Crownline 260 EX 2004 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 75 gallons on the Crownline 250 CR 2009. That 9-gallon difference translates to roughly 27–45 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Crownline 250 CR 2009 and Crownline 260 EX 2004 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Crownline 250 CR 2009 and the Crownline 260 EX 2004 are built by Crownline. 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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