Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Cruisers Yachts 300 Express 2006 vs Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Cruisers Yachts 300 Express 2006 vs Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2008 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 415 Express Motoryacht 2008 measures 42,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 10,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Cruisers Yachts 300 Express 2006 at 32,0 feet (2006). At 122 lbs and 32 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 415 Express Motoryacht 2008 tops out at 480 hp. Engine specs for the Cruisers Yachts 300 Express 2006 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2008 carries 38 gallons versus 15 gallons in the Cruisers Yachts 300 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 415 Express Motoryacht 2008 at 42,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Cruisers Yachts 300 Express 2006 at 32,0 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 Express
Model415 Express Motoryacht
Model Year2006
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10 ft. 6 in. (3.2 m)
Beam13 ft. 8 in. (4.2 m)
Beam - Meters3.2
Beam - Meters4.17
Beam - Inches126
Beam - Inches164
Bridge clearance - DetailHardtop: 9 ft. 3 in. (2.8 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail14 ft. (4.3 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.82
Bridge clearance - Meters4.27
Bridge clearance - Inches111
Bridge clearance - Inches168
Draft [drive up] - DetailStern: 21 in. (53 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.53
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches21
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - DetailStern: 36 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: 12,200 lbs. (5,534 kg) Gas: 11,500 lbs. (5,216 kg)
Weight - DetailDiesel: 32,000 lbs. (14,515 kg) Gas: 29,000 lbs. (13,154 kg)
Weight - kg5533.82
Weight - kg14514.94
Weight - lbs.122
Weight - lbs.32
Height - DetailKeel to Hardtop: 12 ft. 0 in. (3.7 m)
Height - DetailKeel to Hardtop: 16 ft. 4 in. (5 m)
Height - Meters3.66
Height - Meters4.98
Height - Inches144
Height - Inches196
Length - Meters9.8
Length - Meters13
Length - Feet32
Length - Feet42
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches6
Length [over all with swim platform]32 ft. 3 in. (9.8 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]42 ft. 6 in. (13 m)
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail150 gal. (568 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail380 gal. (1,438 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1438.46
Fuel tank capacity - Gal15
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Engine maxnot available
Engine maxTwin 480 hp (358 kW)
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.9 m)
HeadroomCabin: 6 ft. 6 in. (2 m)
Water capacity30 gal. (114 l)
Water capacity100 gal. (379 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 25 gal. (95 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 70 gal. (265 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters94.64
Holding tank capacity - Liters264.98
Holding tank capacity - Gal25
Holding tank capacity - Gal7
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeSemi Displacement