Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2006 vs Cruisers Yachts 520 Express 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2006 vs Cruisers Yachts 520 Express 2007 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 520 Express 2007 measures 52,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 10,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2006 at 42,0 feet (2006). At 32 lbs and 42 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 520 Express 2007 tops out at 715 hp. Engine specs for the Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2006 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2006 carries 38 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Cruisers Yachts 520 Express 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Cruisers Yachts 520 Express 2007 at 52,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2006 at 42,0 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
Model415 Express Motoryacht
Model520 Express
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam13 ft. 8 in. (4.2 m)
Beam15 ft. 6 in. (4.7 m)
Beam - Meters4.17
Beam - Meters4.72
Beam - Inches164
Beam - Inches186
Bridge clearance - DetailHardtop: 14 ft. 0 in. (4.3 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailHardtop: 13 ft. 1 in. (4 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters4.27
Bridge clearance - Meters3.99
Bridge clearance - Inches168
Bridge clearance - Inches157
Draft [max] - Detail42 in. (1.1 m)
Draft [max] - Detail44 in. (1.1 m)
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Meters1.12
Draft [max] - Inches42
Draft [max] - Inches44
Weight - DetailDiesel: 32,000 lbs. (14,515 kg) Gas: 29,000 lbs. (13,154 kg)
Weight - DetailDiesel: 42,000 lbs. (19,051 kg)
Weight - kg14514.94
Weight - kg19050.86
Weight - lbs.32
Weight - lbs.42
Height - DetailKeel to Hardtop: 16 ft. 4 in. (5.0 m)
Height - DetailKeel to Hardtop: 16 ft. 5 in. (5 m)
Height - Meters4.98
Height - Meters5
Height - Inches196
Height - Inches197
Length - Meters13
Length - Meters15.9
Length - Feet42
Length - Feet52
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches3
Length [over all with swim platform]42 ft. 6 in. (13.0 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]52 ft. 3 in. (15.9 m) With Optional Hydraulic Swim Platform: 54 ft. 10 in. (16.7 m)
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail380 gal. (1,438 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail500 gal. (1,893 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1438.46
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1892.71
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine maxnot available
Engine max715 hp
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 6 in. (2.0 m)
Headroom6 ft. 6 in. (2 m)
Water capacity100 gal. (379 l)
Water capacity150 gal. (568 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 70 gal. (265 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail75 gal. (284 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters264.98
Holding tank capacity - Liters283.91
Holding tank capacity - Gal7
Holding tank capacity - Gal75
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass