Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 boat specs
Grady-White
Grady-White Canyon 386 2024
2024
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Grady-White Express 360 2012 boat specs
Grady-White
Grady-White Express 360 2012
2012
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Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 vs Grady-White Express 360 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 vs Grady-White Express 360 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 1 050 hp, the Grady-White Express 360 2012 has a 600-hp advantage over the Grady-White Canyon 386 2024's 450-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 carries 41 gallons versus 37 gallons in the Grady-White Express 360 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 11 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 Grady-White Express 360 2012 at 39,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 at 36,6 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.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail36.60 ft
Length overall - DetailWith Pulpit: 39 ft. 3 in. (11.96 m) Center Line: 36 ft. 7 in. (11.15 m)
Length - Feet36.6
Length - Feet39.25
Length overall - Meters11.16
Length overall - Meters11.96
Length overall - Inches439
Length overall - Inches471
Beam13.20 ft
Beam13 ft. 2 in. (4.01 m)
Beam - Meters4.02
Beam - Meters4.01
Beam - Inches158
Beam - Inches158
Draft [max] - Detail2.80 ft
Draft [max] - DetailHull: 29 in. (0.74 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.85
Draft [max] - Meters0.74
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches29
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Hardtop: 10 ft. 6 in. (3.20 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters3.2
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches126
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - DetailCockpit: 28 in. (0.71 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches28
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - DetailWithout Engines: 14,919 lbs. (6,767 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg6767.14
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.14919
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail11 ft. 4 in. (3.45 m)
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal41
Fuel tank capacity - Gal37
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1552.02
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1400.6
Engine makeYamaha
Engine makenot available
Engine modelFour-Stroke
Engine modelnot available
Horsepower450 hp
Horsepowernot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeoutboard
Drive typeOutboard - Triple
Engine 2 Engine MakeYamaha
Engine 2 Engine Makenot available
Engine 2 Engine ModelFour-Stroke
Engine 2 Engine Modelnot available
Engine 2 Horsepower450 hp
Engine 2 Horsepowernot available
Engine 2 Fuel TypeGas
Engine 2 Fuel Typenot available
Engine 2 Drive Typeoutboard
Engine 2 Drive Typenot available
Engine 3 Engine MakeYamaha
Engine 3 Engine Makenot available
Engine 3 Engine ModelFour-Stroke
Engine 3 Engine Modelnot available
Engine 3 Horsepower450 hp
Engine 3 Horsepowernot available
Engine 3 Fuel TypeGas
Engine 3 Fuel Typenot available
Engine 3 Drive Typeoutboard
Engine 3 Drive Typenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail370 gal. (1,401 l)
Engine maxnot available
Engine max1,050 hp (783 kW)
Operational Info
Sleeping capacity4
Sleeping capacitynot available
Head1
Headnot available
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeGrady-White
Modelnot available
ModelExpress 36
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2012
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee

Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 vs Grady-White Express 360 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 or the Grady-White Express 360 2012?
The Grady-White Express 360 2012 is the longer of the two at 39,3 feet overall. The Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 comes in at 36,6 feet, making it roughly 2,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Grady-White Express 360 2012 is rated to a maximum of 1 050 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 tops out at 450 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 is Coast Guard rated for 11 passengers, while the Grady-White Express 360 2012 is certified for 11. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 and Grady-White Express 360 2012 share an 13.20 ft beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 or the Grady-White Express 360 2012?
The Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 has the bigger tank at 41 gallons, versus 37 gallons on the Grady-White Express 360 2012. That 4-gallon difference translates to roughly 12–20 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 and Grady-White Express 360 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Grady-White Canyon 386 2024 and the Grady-White Express 360 2012 are built by Grady-White. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.