Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2009 vs Cruisers Yachts 460 Express 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2009 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 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Cruisers Yachts 415 Express Motoryacht 2009 at 42,0 feet (2009). At 32 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 415 Express Motoryacht 2009 carries a rated maximum of 440 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 415 Express Motoryacht 2009 carries 38 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 415 Express Motoryacht 2009 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
Model460 Express
Model Year2009
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam13 ft. 8 in. (4.2 m)
Beam14 ft. 0 in. (4.3 m)
Beam - Meters4.17
Beam - Meters4.27
Beam - Inches164
Beam - Inches168
Bridge clearance - Detail14 ft. (4.3 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailHardtop: 13 ft. 1 in. (4.0 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters4.27
Bridge clearance - Meters3.99
Bridge clearance - Inches168
Bridge clearance - Inches157
Weight - DetailDiesel: 32,000 lbs. (14,515 kg) Gas: 29,000 lbs. (13,154 kg)
Weight - DetailDiesel: 27,000 lbs. (12,247 kg) Gas: 25,500 lbs. (11,567 kg)
Weight - kg14514.94
Weight - kg12246.98
Weight - lbs.32
Weight - lbs.27
Height - DetailKeel to Hardtop: 16 ft. 4 in. (5 m)
Height - DetailKeel to Hardtop: 15 ft. 7 in. (4.7 m)
Height - Meters4.98
Height - Meters4.75
Height - Inches196
Height - Inches187
Length - Meters13
Length - Meters14.2
Length - Feet42
Length - Feet46
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches9
Length [over all with swim platform]42 ft. 6 in. (13 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]46 ft. 9 in. (14.2 m)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail42 in. (1.1 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches42
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeSemi Displacement
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail380 gal. (1,438 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail400 gal. (1,514 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1438.46
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1514.16
Fuel tank capacity - Gal38
Fuel tank capacity - Gal4
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Drive typeInboard
Engine maxTwin 440 hp (328 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
HeadroomCabin: 6 ft. 6 in. (2 m)
Headroom6 ft. 6 in. (2.0 m)
Water capacity100 gal. (379 l)
Water capacity79 gal. (299 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 70 gal. (265 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 50 gal. (189 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters264.98
Holding tank capacity - Liters189.27
Holding tank capacity - Gal7
Holding tank capacity - Gal5