Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 274 2009 vs Larson Cabrio 330 2009 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson Cabrio 274 2009 and the Larson Cabrio 330 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 2009 measures 32,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Cabrio 274 2009 at 28,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 330 2009 tips the scales at 114 lbs — 108 lbs less than the Larson Cabrio 274 2009 at 6 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 2009 at 32,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson Cabrio 274 2009 at 28,0 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 274
ModelCabrio 33
Model Year2009
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam11 ft. 6 in. (3.51 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters3.51
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches138
Bridge clearance - DetailWithout Arch: 7 ft. (2.13 m) With Arch: 9 ft. (2.74 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 9 ft. 4 in. (2.84 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.74
Bridge clearance - Meters2.84
Bridge clearance - Inches108
Bridge clearance - Inches112
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches34
Weight - Detail6,000 lbs. (2,722 kg)
Weight - Detail11,400 lbs. (5,171 kg)
Weight - kg2721.55
Weight - kg5170.95
Weight - lbs.6
Weight - lbs.114
Length - Meters8.53
Length - Meters9.75
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet32
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 28 ft. 0 in. (8.53 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 - Detail85 gal. (322 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail240 gal. (908 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters321.76
Fuel tank capacity - Liters908.5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Operational Info
Head1 enclosed
HeadEnclosed
Headroom6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m)
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)
Water capacity28 gal. (106 l) With Generator: 12.5 gal. (47 l) (optional)
Water capacity46 gal. (174 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail37 gal. (140 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters105.99
Holding tank capacity - Liters140.06
Holding tank capacity - Gal28
Holding tank capacity - Gal37