Larson Cabrio 260 2009 boat specs
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Larson Cabrio 260 2009
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Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009 boat specs
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Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009
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Larson Cabrio 260 2009 vs Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson Cabrio 260 2009 and the Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009 measures 32,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 6,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Cabrio 260 2009 at 26,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 260 2009 tips the scales at 646 lbs — 521 lbs more than the Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009 at 125 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.

Bottom line: The Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009 at 32,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson Cabrio 260 2009 at 26,0 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
MakeLarson
MakeLarson
ModelCabrio 26
ModelCabrio 330 Day Cruiser
Model Year2009
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)
Beam11 ft. 6 in. (3.51 m)
Beam - Meters2.69
Beam - Meters3.51
Beam - Inches106
Beam - Inches138
Bridge clearance - DetailWithout Arch: 7 ft. 10 in. (2.39 m) With Arch: 9 ft. 2 in. (2.8 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 9 ft. 4 in. (2.84 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.79
Bridge clearance - Meters2.84
Bridge clearance - Inches11
Bridge clearance - Inches112
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches34
Weight - Detail6,460 lbs. (2,930 kg)
Weight - Detail12,500 lbs. (5,670 kg)
Weight - kg2930.2
Weight - kg5669.9
Weight - lbs.646
Weight - lbs.125
Length - Meters8.12
Length - Meters9.75
Length - Feet26
Length - Feet32
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 26 ft. 6 in. (8.12 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 32 ft. 0 in. (9.75 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail84 gal. (318 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail240 gal. (908 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97
Fuel tank capacity - Liters908.5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal84
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Operational Info
Head1
HeadEnclosed
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)
Water heater capacity19 gal. (72 l)
Water heater capacitynot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail37 gal. (140 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42
Holding tank capacity - Liters140.06
Holding tank capacity - Gal12
Holding tank capacity - Gal37
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity46 gal. (174 l)

Larson Cabrio 260 2009 vs Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 260 2009 or the Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009?
The Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009 is the longer of the two at 32,0 feet overall. The Larson Cabrio 260 2009 comes in at 26,0 feet, making it roughly 6,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 260 2009 or the Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009?
For trailering, the Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009 has the edge at 125 lbs dry weight versus 646 lbs for the Larson Cabrio 260 2009. 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 is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009 measures 138" wide, compared to 106" for the Larson Cabrio 260 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 Cabrio 260 2009 or the Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009?
The Larson Cabrio 260 2009 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009. That 60-gallon difference translates to roughly 180–300 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Larson Cabrio 260 2009 and Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 260 2009 and the Larson Cabrio 330 Day Cruiser 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.