Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Formula 34 Cruiser 2006 vs Formula 350 FX6 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Formula 34 Cruiser 2006 vs Formula 350 FX6 2012 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Formula 34 Cruiser 2006 at 35,0 ft versus Formula 350 FX6 2012 at 35,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Formula 34 Cruiser 2006 tips the scales at 1 571 lbs — 224 lbs more than the Formula 350 FX6 2012 at 1 347 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
Both boats are rated for 10 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Formula 34 Cruiser 2006 and Formula 350 FX6 2012 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
Model34 Cruiser
Model350 FX6
Model Year2006
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam11 ft. 6 in. (3.51 m)
Beam10 ft. 9 in. (3.28 m)
Beam - Meters3.51
Beam - Meters3.28
Beam - Inches138
Beam - Inches129
Bridge clearance - DetailLight Load: 11 ft. 4 in. (3.45 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 10 in. (2.08 m) With Arch: 9 ft. 5 in. (2.87 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters3.45
Bridge clearance - Meters2.87
Bridge clearance - Inches136
Bridge clearance - Inches113
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise21³
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (.91 m)
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (0.99 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches39
Weight - Detail15,710 lbs. (7,126 kg)
Weight - Detail13,470 lbs. (6,109 kg)
Weight - kg7125.93
Weight - kg6109.88
Weight - lbs.1571
Weight - lbs.1347
Length - Meters10.85
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet35
Length - Feet35
Length - Inches7
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail35 ft. 7 in. (10.85 m) Less Bow Platform: 34 ft. 3 in. (10.44 m)
Length overall - Detail35 ft. 0 in. (10.67 m)
Length overall - Meters10.85
Length overall - Meters10.67
Length overall - Inches427
Length overall - Inches42
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta Twin 8.1 Gi DP w/CWC
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail206 gal. (780 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail172 gal. (651 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters779.79
Fuel tank capacity - Liters651.09
Fuel tank capacity - Gal206
Fuel tank capacity - Gal172
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeInboard
Drive typenot available
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)
Headroom5 ft. 10 in. (1.77 m)
Water capacity55 gal. (208 l)
Water capacity30 gal. (113 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail37 gal. (140 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters151.42
Holding tank capacity - Liters140.06
Holding tank capacity - Gal4
Holding tank capacity - Gal37
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee