Larson Cabrio 240 2011 vs Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 240 2011 or the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2011 is the longer of the two at 24,6 feet overall. The Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 comes in at 18,4 feet, making it roughly 6,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 240 2011 or the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011?

For trailering, the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 has the edge at 245 lbs dry weight versus 575 lbs for the Larson Cabrio 240 2011. 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 Cabrio 240 2011 is rated to a maximum of 320 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 tops out at 225 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 Cabrio 240 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 is certified for 7. 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 Cabrio 240 2011 measures 102" wide, compared to 92" for the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011. 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 Cabrio 240 2011 or the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2011 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 23 gallons on the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011. That 61-gallon difference translates to roughly 183–305 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson Cabrio 240 2011 and Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 240 2011 and the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 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 Cabrio 240 2011 vs Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011

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Larson Cabrio 240 2011

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Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson Cabrio 240 2011 vs Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Larson Cabrio 240 2011 against a modified vee Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 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 240 2011 measures 24,6 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 6,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 at 18,4 feet (2011). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 240 2011 tips the scales at 575 lbs — 330 lbs more than the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 at 245 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 320 hp, the Larson Cabrio 240 2011 has a 95-hp advantage over the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011's 225-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 240 2011 carries 84 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011. 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 Cabrio 240 2011 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson Cabrio 240 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson Cabrio 240 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 24,6 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeLarson

ModelCabrio 24

ModelLX 850 Classic SF

Model Year2011

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam7 ft. 8 in. (2.33 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters2.34

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches92

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] - Detail31 in. (79 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Meters0.79

Draft [max] - Inches35

Draft [max] - Inches31

Weight - Detail5,750 lbs. (2,606 kg)

Weight - Detail2,450 lbs. (1,111 kg) with base engine

Weight - kg2608.15

Weight - kg1111.3

Weight - lbs.575

Weight - lbs.245

Length - Feet24.58

Length - Feet18.42

Length overall - Detail24 ft. 7 in. (7.53 m) with pulpit

Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in. (5.64 m)

Length overall - Meters7.49

Length overall - Meters5.61

Length overall - Inches295

Length overall - Inches221

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardMerCruiser 5.0L MPI BIII

Engine/s standardMerCruiser 3.0L WPS

Fuel tank capacity - Detail84 gal. (318 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97

Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06

Fuel tank capacity - Gal84

Fuel tank capacity - Gal23

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Horsepower260 hp

Horsepower135 hp

Engine max320 hp

Engine max225 hp

Operational Info

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

Headroomnot available

Water capacity19 gal. (72 l)

Water capacitynot available

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

Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)

Maximum people8 or 1,320 lbs. (599 kg)

Maximum people7

Holding tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal12

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Trailer Info

Trailer - Detailnot available

Trailer - DetailLX 3000 DB with swing tongue

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 8 in. (6.9 m)

Larson Cabrio 240 2011 vs Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 240 2011 or the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2011 is the longer of the two at 24,6 feet overall. The Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 comes in at 18,4 feet, making it roughly 6,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 240 2011 or the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011?

For trailering, the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 has the edge at 245 lbs dry weight versus 575 lbs for the Larson Cabrio 240 2011. 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 Cabrio 240 2011 is rated to a maximum of 320 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 tops out at 225 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 Cabrio 240 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 is certified for 7. 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 Cabrio 240 2011 measures 102" wide, compared to 92" for the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011. 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 Cabrio 240 2011 or the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2011 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 23 gallons on the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011. That 61-gallon difference translates to roughly 183–305 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson Cabrio 240 2011 and Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 240 2011 and the Larson LX 850 Classic SF 2011 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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