Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 boat specs
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Maxum 2400 SR3 2009
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Maxum 3700 SY 2009 boat specs
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Maxum 3700 SY 2009
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Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 vs Maxum 3700 SY 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 against a modified vee Maxum 3700 SY 2009 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Maxum 3700 SY 2009 measures 37,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 13,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 at 24,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Maxum 3700 SY 2009 tips the scales at 1 932 lbs — 1 495 lbs less than the Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 at 437 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 420 hp, the Maxum 3700 SY 2009 has a 45-hp advantage over the Maxum 2400 SR3 2009's 375-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 carries 7 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Maxum 3700 SY 2009. 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 Maxum 3700 SY 2009 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Maxum 3700 SY 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Maxum 3700 SY 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 37,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeMaxum
MakeMaxum
Model2400 SR3
Model3700 SY
Model Year2009
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam13 ft. (3.96 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters3.96
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches156
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 3 in. (1.6 m) Max: 8 ft. 3 in. (2.51 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailMax: 11 ft. (3.35 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.51
Bridge clearance - Meters3.35
Bridge clearance - Inches99
Bridge clearance - Inches132
Deadrise22℃
Deadrise15℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 8 in. (0.51 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detail2 ft. 4 in. (0.71 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] meters0.71
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [drive up] inches28
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. (0.91 m)
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 7 in. (1.09 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters1.09
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches43
Weight - DetailWith Standard Engine: 4,370 lbs. (1,982 kg)
Weight - DetailWith Standard Engine: 19,320 lbs. (8,764 kg)
Weight - kg1982.2
Weight - kg8763.4
Weight - lbs.437
Weight - lbs.1932
Length - Meters7.32
Length - Meters11.33
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet37
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 0 in. (7.92 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in. (7.32 m)
Length overall - Detail37 ft. 2 in. (11.33 m)
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Meters11.33
Length overall - Inches288
Length overall - Inches446
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches2
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine make5.0L MPI Alpha I
Engine makeTwin-6.2L MPI with freshwater cooling
Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal. (265 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail300 gal. (1,136 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1135.62
Fuel tank capacity - Gal7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Horsepower260 hp
HorsepowerTwin-320 hp
Engine max375 hp
Engine maxTwin-420 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity10 gal. (37.9 l)
Water capacity80 gal. (302.8 l)
Headnot available
HeadEnclosed
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail45 gal. (170.3 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters170.34
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal45
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allRigged: 28 ft. 11 in. (8.81 m)
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightWith Standard Engine: 5,470 lbs. (2,481 kg)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Trailer - Widthnot available

Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 vs Maxum 3700 SY 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 or the Maxum 3700 SY 2009?
The Maxum 3700 SY 2009 is the longer of the two at 37,0 feet overall. The Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 comes in at 24,0 feet, making it roughly 13,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 or the Maxum 3700 SY 2009?
For trailering, the Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 has the edge at 437 lbs dry weight versus 1 932 lbs for the Maxum 3700 SY 2009. 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Maxum 3700 SY 2009 is rated to a maximum of 420 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 tops out at 375 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Maxum 3700 SY 2009 is certified for 11. 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.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Maxum 3700 SY 2009 measures 156" wide, compared to 102" for the Maxum 2400 SR3 2009. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 or the Maxum 3700 SY 2009?
The Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 has the bigger tank at 7 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Maxum 3700 SY 2009. That 4-gallon difference translates to roughly 12–20 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 and Maxum 3700 SY 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Maxum 2400 SR3 2009 and the Maxum 3700 SY 2009 are built by Maxum. 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.