Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson 274 Cabrio 2010 vs Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Larson 274 Cabrio 2010 is a modified-V design and the Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2013 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 274 Cabrio 2010 measures 28,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 9,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2013 at 18,5 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson 274 Cabrio 2010 tips the scales at 6 000 lbs - 3 781 lbs more than the Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2013 at 2 219 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 375 hp, the Larson 274 Cabrio 2010 has a 200-hp advantage over the Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2013's 175-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 274 Cabrio 2010 carries 85 gallons versus 30 gallons in the Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Larson 274 Cabrio 2010 at 28,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2013 at 18,5 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
Model274 Cabrio
ModelFX 1850 DC O/B
Model Year2010
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam7 ft. 8 in. (2.39 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches92
Bridge clearance - DetailWithout Arch: 7 ft. (2.13 m) With Arch: 9 ft. (2.74 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.74
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches108
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise21°
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail6,000 lbs. (2,722 kg)
Weight - Detail2,219 lbs. (1,000 kg) with Mercury 115 4S
Weight - kg2721.55
Weight - kg1006.52
Weight - lbs.6000
Weight - lbs.2219
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet18.5
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 28 ft. 0 in. (8.53 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
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 materialComposite
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail85 gal. (322 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (113 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters321.76
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max375 hp
Engine max175 hp (130 kW)
Operational Info
Head1 enclosed
Headnot available
Water capacity28 gal. (106 l) Waste: 28 gal. (106 l)
Water capacitynot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,850 lbs. (839 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people7
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailCustom color matched FX 3000 DB with swing tongue
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 8 in. (6.6 m)