Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 vs Larson Senza 186 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 or the Larson Senza 186 2009?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 is the longer of the two at 24,6 feet overall. The Larson Senza 186 2009 comes in at 18,0 feet, making it roughly 6,6 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 or the Larson Senza 186 2009?

For trailering, the Larson Senza 186 2009 has the edge at 27 lbs dry weight versus 575 lbs for the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010. 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: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson Senza 186 2009 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson Senza 186 2009 is certified for 9. 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: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 measures 102" wide, compared to 94" for the Larson Senza 186 2009. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 or the Larson Senza 186 2009?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 29 gallons on the Larson Senza 186 2009. That 55-gallon difference translates to roughly 165–275 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 and Larson Senza 186 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 and the Larson Senza 186 2009 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 240 Cabrio 2010 vs Larson Senza 186 2009

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Larson 240 Cabrio 2010

2010

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Larson Senza 186 2009

2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 vs Larson Senza 186 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 against a modified vee Larson Senza 186 2009 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 240 Cabrio 2010 measures 24,6 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 6,6 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Senza 186 2009 at 18,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 tips the scales at 575 lbs — 548 lbs more than the Larson Senza 186 2009 at 27 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 Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Larson Senza 186 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 carries 84 gallons versus 29 gallons in the Larson Senza 186 2009. 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 Senza 186 2009 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson Senza 186 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson Senza 186 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 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

Model240 Cabrio

ModelSenza 186

Model Year201

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam7 ft. 10 in. (2.39 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters2.39

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches94

Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 7 in. (2.35 m)

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.31

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches91

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Deadrise20℃

Deadrise21℃

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

Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (83.8 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Inches35

Draft [max] - Inches33

Weight - Detail5,750 lbs. (2,608 kg)

Weight - Detail2,700 lbs. (1,225 kg)

Weight - kg2608.15

Weight - kg1224.7

Weight - lbs.575

Weight - lbs.27

Length - Feet24.58

Length - Feet18

Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 24 ft. 7 in. (7.53 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters5.64

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches6

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Detail18 ft. 6 in. (5.64 m)

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Meters5.64

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Inches222

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail84 gal. (318 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail29 gal. (109.8 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97

Fuel tank capacity - Liters109.78

Fuel tank capacity - Gal84

Fuel tank capacity - Gal29

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine max320 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Head1

Headnot available

Headroom6 ft. 1 in. (1.86 m)

Headroomnot available

Water capacity19 gal. (72 l) Waste: 12 gal. (45 l)

Water capacitynot available

Maximum capacity2,500 lbs. (1,134 kg)

Maximum capacity1,400 lbs. (635 kg)

Maximum people8

Maximum people9

Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 vs Larson Senza 186 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 or the Larson Senza 186 2009?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 is the longer of the two at 24,6 feet overall. The Larson Senza 186 2009 comes in at 18,0 feet, making it roughly 6,6 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 or the Larson Senza 186 2009?

For trailering, the Larson Senza 186 2009 has the edge at 27 lbs dry weight versus 575 lbs for the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010. 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson Senza 186 2009 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson Senza 186 2009 is certified for 9. 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.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 measures 102" wide, compared to 94" for the Larson Senza 186 2009. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 or the Larson Senza 186 2009?

The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 29 gallons on the Larson Senza 186 2009. That 55-gallon difference translates to roughly 165–275 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 and Larson Senza 186 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 and the Larson Senza 186 2009 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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