Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 290 2004 vs Larson LX 860 O/B 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Larson Cabrio 290 2004 vs Larson LX 860 O/B 2012 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The Larson LX 860 O/B 2012 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the Larson Cabrio 290 2004 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 1 gal and 3 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 8 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Larson Cabrio 290 2004 and Larson LX 860 O/B 2012 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
ModelCabrio 29
ModelLX 860 O/B
Model Year2004
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 6 in
Beam7 ft. 10 in. (2.39 m)
Beam - Meters2.9
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Inches114
Beam - Inches94
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise21°
Draft [max] - Detail28 in
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (79 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.71
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inches28
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detail9,000 lbs. apx
Weight - Detail1,780 lbs. (807 kg)
Weight - kg4082.33
Weight - kg807.39
Weight - lbs.9
Weight - lbs.178
Height - DetailBridge clearance with Arch: 7 ft. 1 in. Bridge clearance without Arch: 8 ft. 6 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters2.59
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches102
Height - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 6 in. (5.64 m)
Length overall - Meters8.48
Length overall - Meters5.64
Length overall - Inches334
Length overall - Inches222
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet18.5
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialComposite
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (114 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Engine modelnot available
Engine model90ELPT Optimax
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max150 hp
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 2 in
Headroomnot available
Water capacity28 gal
Water capacitynot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,850 lbs. (839 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people8 / 1,200 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailLX 3000 with swing tongue
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 1 in. (7.64 m)