Larson 226 Senza 2010 vs Larson Cabrio 777 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson 226 Senza 2010 or the Larson Cabrio 777 2012?

The Larson Cabrio 777 2012 is the longer of the two at 25,5 feet overall. The Larson 226 Senza 2010 comes in at 22,3 feet, making it roughly 3,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson 226 Senza 2010 or the Larson Cabrio 777 2012?

For trailering, the Larson 226 Senza 2010 has the edge at 385 lbs dry weight versus 585 lbs for the Larson Cabrio 777 2012. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Larson 226 Senza 2010 is rated to a maximum of 300 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Larson Cabrio 777 2012 tops out at 26 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.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson 226 Senza 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 11 passengers, while the Larson Cabrio 777 2012 is certified for 8. 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.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Larson 226 Senza 2010 and Larson Cabrio 777 2012 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) 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.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson 226 Senza 2010 or the Larson Cabrio 777 2012?

The Larson Cabrio 777 2012 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 56 gallons on the Larson 226 Senza 2010. That 28-gallon difference translates to roughly 84–140 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson 226 Senza 2010 and Larson Cabrio 777 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson 226 Senza 2010 and the Larson Cabrio 777 2012 are built by Larson. 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.

Boat Comparison

Larson 226 Senza 2010 vs Larson Cabrio 777 2012

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Larson 226 Senza 2010

2010

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Larson Cabrio 777 2012

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson 226 Senza 2010 vs Larson Cabrio 777 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Larson 226 Senza 2010 against a deep vee Larson Cabrio 777 2012 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson Cabrio 777 2012 measures 25,5 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 3,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson 226 Senza 2010 at 22,3 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 777 2012 tips the scales at 585 lbs — 200 lbs less than the Larson 226 Senza 2010 at 385 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 300 hp, the Larson 226 Senza 2010 has a 274-hp advantage over the Larson Cabrio 777 2012's 26-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson Cabrio 777 2012 carries 84 gallons versus 56 gallons in the Larson 226 Senza 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Larson 226 Senza 2010 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Larson Cabrio 777 2012 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson 226 Senza 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson 226 Senza 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 22,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson Cabrio 777 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeLarson

Model226 Senza

ModelCabrio 777

Model Year201

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise21°

Deadrise20°

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91.4 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (88.9 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Inches36

Draft [max] - Inches35

Weight - Detail3,850 lbs. (1,746 kg)

Weight - Detail5,850 lbs. (2,653 kg)

Weight - kg1746.33

Weight - kg2653.51

Weight - lbs.385

Weight - lbs.585

Length - Feet22.25

Length - Feet25.5

Length overall - Detail22 ft. 3 in. (6.78 m)

Length overall - Detail25 ft. 6 in. (7.77 m) with pulpit

Length overall - Meters6.78

Length overall - Meters7.77

Length overall - Inches267

Length overall - Inches306

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 2 in. (2.8 m) with arch 7 ft. 10 in. (2.39 m) without arch

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.79

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches11

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull materialComposite

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail84 gal. (318 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98

Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

Fuel tank capacity - Gal84

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Drive typeI/O

Engine max300 hp

Engine maxnot available

Engine makenot available

Engine makeMerCruiser (catalyst compliant) (mandatory in U.S.)

Engine modelnot available

Engine model5.0L MPI EC BIII

Horsepowernot available

Horsepower26

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)

Maximum capacity2,000 lbs. (907 kg)

Maximum people11

Maximum people8 / 1,250 lbs

Headroomnot available

Headroom6 ft. 1 in. (1.86 m) in cabin

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity19 gal. (72 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal12

Trailer Info

Trailer - Length over all28 ft. 1 in. (8.56 m)

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Larson 226 Senza 2010 vs Larson Cabrio 777 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson 226 Senza 2010 or the Larson Cabrio 777 2012?

The Larson Cabrio 777 2012 is the longer of the two at 25,5 feet overall. The Larson 226 Senza 2010 comes in at 22,3 feet, making it roughly 3,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson 226 Senza 2010 or the Larson Cabrio 777 2012?

For trailering, the Larson 226 Senza 2010 has the edge at 385 lbs dry weight versus 585 lbs for the Larson Cabrio 777 2012. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Larson 226 Senza 2010 is rated to a maximum of 300 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Larson Cabrio 777 2012 tops out at 26 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 Larson 226 Senza 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 11 passengers, while the Larson Cabrio 777 2012 is certified for 8. 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 Larson 226 Senza 2010 and Larson Cabrio 777 2012 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m) 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 Larson 226 Senza 2010 or the Larson Cabrio 777 2012?

The Larson Cabrio 777 2012 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 56 gallons on the Larson 226 Senza 2010. That 28-gallon difference translates to roughly 84–140 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson 226 Senza 2010 and Larson Cabrio 777 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson 226 Senza 2010 and the Larson Cabrio 777 2012 are built by Larson. 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.

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