Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 260 2009 vs Larson LXi 288 I/O 2008: A Close Look at Two Modified-V Boats
Both the Larson Cabrio 260 2009 and the Larson LXi 288 I/O 2008 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so 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?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Larson Cabrio 260 2009 at 26,0 ft versus Larson LXi 288 I/O 2008 at 29,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 260 2009 tips the scales at 6 460 lbs - 235 lbs more than the Larson LXi 288 I/O 2008 at 6 225 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 LXi 288 I/O 2008 tops out at 420 hp. Engine specs for the Larson Cabrio 260 2009 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Bottom line: The Larson LXi 288 I/O 2008 at 29,0 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
ModelCabrio 260
ModelLXi 288 I/O
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)
Beam9 ft. 0 in. (2.74 m)
Beam - Meters2.69
Beam - Meters2.74
Beam - Inches106
Beam - Inches108
Bridge clearance - DetailWithout Arch: 7 ft. 10 in. (2.39 m) With Arch: 9 ft. 2 in. (2.8 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.79
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches110
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise24℃
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (99.1 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches39
Weight - Detail6,460 lbs. (2,930 kg)
Weight - Detail6,225 lbs. (2,820 kg)
Weight - kg2930.2
Weight - kg2823.61
Weight - lbs.6460
Weight - lbs.6225
Length - Meters8.12
Length - Meters8.89
Length - Feet26
Length - Feet29
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches2
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 26 ft. 6 in. (8.12 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail29 ft. 2 in. (8.89 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters8.89
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches350
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 - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal84
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard/Outboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max420 hp
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)
Headroomnot available
Water heater capacity19 gal. (72 l)
Water heater capacitynot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (75.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42
Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71
Holding tank capacity - Gal12
Holding tank capacity - Gal20
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity12.5 gal. (47 l)