Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 vs Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 or the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005?

For trailering, the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 has the edge at 63 lbs dry weight versus 5 308 lbs for the Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 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 Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 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 Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 is certified for 7. 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 Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 and Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 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: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 and Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 76 gallons and 74 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 and Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 and the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 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.

Boat Comparison

Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 vs Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005

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Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006

2006

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Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005

2005

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 vs Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 vs Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 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 Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 76 gal and 74 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 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

Model2400SD Sport Deck

Model2500SE Sport Cruiser

Model Year2006

Model Year2005

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 2 in. (1.57 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.57

Bridge clearance - Meters2.03

Bridge clearance - Inches62

Bridge clearance - Inches8

Deadrise20℃

Deadrise17℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 10 in. (.56 m)

Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 9 in. (.53 m)

Draft [drive up] meters0.56

Draft [drive up] meters0.53

Draft [drive up] inches22

Draft [drive up] inches21

Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 0 in. (.91 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Inches36

Weight - Detail5,308 lbs. (2,913 kg) with standard engine

Weight - Detail6,300 lbs. (2,858 kg) w/Std. Engine

Weight - kg2407.67

Weight - kg2857.63

Weight - lbs.5308

Weight - lbs.63

Length - Meters7.37

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet24

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Inches2

Length - Inchesnot available

Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 4 in. (8.03 m)

Length overall - Detail24 ft. 2 in. (7.37 m)

Length overall - Detail25 ft. 6 in. (7.77 m)

Length overall - Meters7.37

Length overall - Meters7.77

Length overall - Inches29

Length overall - Inches306

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard5.0 l Alpha I, 220 hp

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail76 gal. (284 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail74 gal. (280 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters287.69

Fuel tank capacity - Liters280.12

Fuel tank capacity - Gal76

Fuel tank capacity - Gal74

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typenot available

Drive typeInboard

Drive typenot available

Engine max320 hp

Engine maxnot available

Batterynot available

BatteryCharger/Converter: 10-Amp (Guest?)

Operational Info

Water capacity15 gal. (57 l)

Water capacity20 gal. (76 l)

Maximum people12

Maximum peoplenot available

Headnot available

HeadMarine w/Holding Tank & Manual Flush

Water heater capacitynot available

Water heater capacity6 gal

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (76 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal2

Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 vs Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 or the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005?

For trailering, the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 has the edge at 63 lbs dry weight versus 5 308 lbs for the Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 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 Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 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 Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 is certified for 7. 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 Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 and Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 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.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 and Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 76 gallons and 74 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 and Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Maxum 2400SD Sport Deck 2006 and the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 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.

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