Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Mariah 268/Z268 2000 vs Mariah SC25 Cuddy Cabin 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Mariah 268/Z268 2000 vs Mariah SC25 Cuddy Cabin 2008 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 Mariah SC25 Cuddy Cabin 2008 tops out at 425 hp. Engine specs for the Mariah 268/Z268 2000 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 8 gal and 9 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 12 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 Mariah 268/Z268 2000 and Mariah SC25 Cuddy Cabin 2008 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
Model268/Z268
ModelSC25 Cuddy Cabin
Model Year2
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam104"
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.64
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches104
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise20 degrees
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail25"
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.64
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches25
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail42"
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters1.07
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches42
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail5700 lbs 2585kgs
Weight - Detail4,250 lbs. (1,928 kg)
Weight - kg2585.47
Weight - kg1927.77
Weight - lbs.57
Weight - lbs.425
Height - Detail81" Vertical Clearance
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters2.06
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches81
Height - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail27' 5"
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 2 in. (7.7 m)
Length overall - Meters8.23
Length overall - Meters7.67
Length overall - Inches324
Length overall - Inches302
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters7.7
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet25
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches2
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal 303 ltr
Fuel tank capacity - Detail90 gal. (341 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Liters340.69
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Fuel tank capacity - Gal9
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxnot available
Engine max425 hp (317 kW)
Operational Info
Headroom69"
Headroomnot available
Water capacity25 gal
Water capacitynot available
Maximum people12 person
Maximum people12
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacityTotal: 2,250 lbs. (1,021 kg) Maximum: 4,900 lbs. (2,225 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailOptional
Trailer - Detailnot available