Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 vs Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 or the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006?

The Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 is the longer of the two at 22,0 feet overall. The Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 comes in at 20,5 feet, making it roughly 1,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 or the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006?

For trailering, the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 has the edge at 309 lbs dry weight versus 3 495 lbs for the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006. 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: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 has a documented max rating of 22 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 is certified for 1. 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: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 and Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 share an 8 ft. 3 in. (2.5 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 or the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006?

The Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 has the bigger tank at 35 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012. That 32-gallon difference translates to roughly 96–160 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 and Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 and the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 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 LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 vs Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006

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Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012

2012

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2006

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 vs Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 and the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 are modified vee designs with composite 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 at 20,5 ft versus Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 tips the scales at 3 495 lbs — 3 186 lbs less than the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 at 309 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 LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 carries a rated maximum of 22 hp. Engine data for the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 carries 35 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012. 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 LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 20,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeLarson

ModelLX 2060 Cuddy I/O

ModelLXi 228 I/O

Model Year2012

Model Year2006

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 3 in. (2.5 m)

Beam - Meters2.51

Beam - Inches99

Deadrise21°

Deadrise21℃

Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (83.9 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (84 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Inches33

Weight - Detail3,090 lbs. (1,380 kg) with base engine (4.3L)

Weight - Detail3,495 lbs. (1,585 kg)

Weight - kg1401.6

Weight - kg1585.3

Weight - lbs.309

Weight - lbs.3495

Length - Feet20.5

Length - Feet22

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 6 in. (6.25 m)

Length overall - Detail22 ft. 6 in. (6.88 m)

Length overall - Meters6.25

Length overall - Meters6.86

Length overall - Inches246

Length overall - Inches27

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters6.88

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches6

Body / Hull

Hull materialComposite

Hull materialnot available

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine makeMerCruiser (catalyst compliant) (mandatory in U.S.)

Engine makenot available

Engine model4.3L MPI EC

Engine modelnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (114 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56

Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49

Fuel tank capacity - Gal3

Fuel tank capacity - Gal35

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typenot available

Drive typeI/O

Horsepower22

Horsepowernot available

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,500 lbs. (680 kg)

Maximum people8

Maximum people1

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailSZA 5200 DB with swing tongue & custom wheels

Trailer - DetailEZ Loader

Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 9 in. (8.15 m)

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 vs Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 or the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006?

The Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 is the longer of the two at 22,0 feet overall. The Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 comes in at 20,5 feet, making it roughly 1,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 or the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006?

For trailering, the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 has the edge at 309 lbs dry weight versus 3 495 lbs for the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006. 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 has a documented max rating of 22 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 is certified for 1. 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.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 and Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 share an 8 ft. 3 in. (2.5 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 or the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006?

The Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 has the bigger tank at 35 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012. That 32-gallon difference translates to roughly 96–160 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 and Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson LX 2060 Cuddy I/O 2012 and the Larson LXi 228 I/O 2006 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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