Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Cruisers Yachts 300 CXi 2008 vs Cruisers Yachts 460 Express 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Cruisers Yachts 300 CXi 2008 vs Cruisers Yachts 460 Express 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Cruisers Yachts 460 Express 2006 measures 46,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 15,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Cruisers Yachts 300 CXi 2008 at 31,0 feet (2008). At 11 lbs and 27 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Cruisers Yachts 300 CXi 2008 carries a rated maximum of 270 hp. Engine data for the Cruisers Yachts 460 Express 2006 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Cruisers Yachts 300 CXi 2008 carries 125 gallons versus 4 gallons in the Cruisers Yachts 460 Express 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Cruisers Yachts 460 Express 2006 at 46,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Cruisers Yachts 300 CXi 2008 at 31,0 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
MakeCruisers Yachts
MakeCruisers Yachts
Model300 CXi
Model460 Express
Model Year2008
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10 ft. (3 m)
Beam14 ft. 0 in. (4.3 m)
Beam - Meters3.05
Beam - Meters4.27
Beam - Inches12
Beam - Inches168
Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 9 in. (3 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailHardtop: 13 ft. 1 in. (4.0 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.97
Bridge clearance - Meters3.99
Bridge clearance - Inches117
Bridge clearance - Inches157
Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in. (61 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.61
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches24
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail42 in. (1.1 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches42
Weight - DetailDiesel: 11,000 lbs. (4,990 kg) Gas: 10,300 lbs. (4,672 kg)
Weight - DetailDiesel: 27,000 lbs. (12,247 kg) Gas: 25,500 lbs. (11,567 kg)
Weight - kg4989.51
Weight - kg12246.98
Weight - lbs.11
Weight - lbs.27
Height - DetailKeel to Arch: 12 ft. (3.7 m)
Height - DetailKeel to Hardtop: 15 ft. 7 in. (4.7 m)
Height - Meters3.66
Height - Meters4.75
Height - Inches144
Height - Inches187
Length - Meters9.5
Length - Meters14.2
Length - Feet31
Length - Feet46
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches9
Length [over all with swim platform]31 ft. 3 in. (9.5 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]46 ft. 9 in. (14.2 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail125 gal. (473 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail400 gal. (1,514 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters473.18
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1514.16
Fuel tank capacity - Gal125
Fuel tank capacity - Gal4
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Drive typeInboard
Engine maxTwin 270 hp (201 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
HeadroomCabin: 6 ft. 3 in. (1.9 m)
Headroom6 ft. 6 in. (2.0 m)
Water capacity30 gal. (114 l)
Water capacity79 gal. (299 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 23 gal. (87 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 50 gal. (189 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters87.06
Holding tank capacity - Liters189.27
Holding tank capacity - Gal23
Holding tank capacity - Gal5