Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 vs Maxum 4200 SY 2008 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 or the Maxum 4200 SY 2008?

The Maxum 4200 SY 2008 is the longer of the two at 42,0 feet overall. The Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 comes in at 25,0 feet, making it roughly 17,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 or the Maxum 4200 SY 2008?

For trailering, the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 has the edge at 48 lbs dry weight versus 27 392 lbs for the Maxum 4200 SY 2008. 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 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 has a documented max rating of 260 hp. Engine specifications for the Maxum 4200 SY 2008 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 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Maxum 4200 SY 2008 is certified for 13. 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: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Maxum 4200 SY 2008 measures 166" wide, compared to 102" for the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006. 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.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 or the Maxum 4200 SY 2008?

The Maxum 4200 SY 2008 has the bigger tank at 48 gallons, versus 7 gallons on the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006. That 41-gallon difference translates to roughly 123–205 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 and Maxum 4200 SY 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 and the Maxum 4200 SY 2008 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 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 vs Maxum 4200 SY 2008

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Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006

2006

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Maxum 4200 SY 2008

2008

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 vs Maxum 4200 SY 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 vs Maxum 4200 SY 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Maxum 4200 SY 2008 measures 42,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 17,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 at 25,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Maxum 4200 SY 2008 tips the scales at 27 392 lbs — 27 344 lbs less than the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 at 48 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 Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 carries a rated maximum of 260 hp. Engine data for the Maxum 4200 SY 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Maxum 4200 SY 2008 carries 48 gallons versus 7 gallons in the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006. 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 4200 SY 2008 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Maxum 4200 SY 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Maxum 4200 SY 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 42,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 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

Model2400SE Sport Cruiser

Model4200 SY

Model Year2006

Model Year2008

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam13 ft. 10 in. (4.22 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters4.22

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches166

Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 9 in. (2.06 m)

Bridge clearance - DetailMax: 12 ft. 10 in. (3.91 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters2.06

Bridge clearance - Meters3.91

Bridge clearance - Inches81

Bridge clearance - Inches154

Deadrise16℃

Deadrise18℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 5 in. (.43 m)

Draft [drive up] - Detail2 ft. 11 in. (0.89 m)

Draft [drive up] meters0.43

Draft [drive up] meters0.89

Draft [drive up] inches17

Draft [drive up] inches35

Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 11 in. (.89 m)

Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 8 in. (1.12 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Meters1.12

Draft [max] - Inches35

Draft [max] - Inches44

Weight - Detail4,800 lbs. (2,177 kg) with standard engine

Weight - DetailWith Standard Engine: 27,392 lbs. (12,425 kg)

Weight - kg2177.24

Weight - kg12424.79

Weight - lbs.48

Weight - lbs.27392

Length - Meters7.72

Length - Meters13.03

Length - Feet25

Length - Feet42

Length - Inches4

Length - Inches9

Length overall - Detail25 ft. 4 in. (7.72 m)

Length overall - Detail42 ft. 9 in. (13.03 m)

Length overall - Meters7.72

Length overall - Meters13.03

Length overall - Inches304

Length overall - Inches513

Engine and Drivetrain

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

Engine/s standardT-5.9 l QSB diesel (T-425 hp)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal. (265 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail480 gal. (1,816.8 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98

Fuel tank capacity - Liters1817

Fuel tank capacity - Gal7

Fuel tank capacity - Gal48

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typeDiesel

Drive typeInboard

Drive typeI/O - Twin

Engine max260 hp

Engine maxnot available

BatteryCharger/Converter: 10 amp (Guest?)

Batterynot available

Operational Info

HeadMarine with holding tank & manual flush

Head2

Sleeping capacity4

Sleeping capacity6

Water capacity13 gal. (49 l)

Water capacity130 gal. (492.1 l)

Water heater capacity6 gal

Water heater capacitynot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail13 gal. (49 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail70 gal. (265 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters49.21

Holding tank capacity - Liters264.98

Holding tank capacity - Gal13

Holding tank capacity - Gal7

Body / Hull

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeModified Vee

Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 vs Maxum 4200 SY 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 or the Maxum 4200 SY 2008?

The Maxum 4200 SY 2008 is the longer of the two at 42,0 feet overall. The Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 comes in at 25,0 feet, making it roughly 17,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 or the Maxum 4200 SY 2008?

For trailering, the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 has the edge at 48 lbs dry weight versus 27 392 lbs for the Maxum 4200 SY 2008. 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 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 has a documented max rating of 260 hp. Engine specifications for the Maxum 4200 SY 2008 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 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Maxum 4200 SY 2008 is certified for 13. 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 4200 SY 2008 measures 166" wide, compared to 102" for the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006. 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 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 or the Maxum 4200 SY 2008?

The Maxum 4200 SY 2008 has the bigger tank at 48 gallons, versus 7 gallons on the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006. That 41-gallon difference translates to roughly 123–205 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 and Maxum 4200 SY 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Maxum 2400SE Sport Cruiser 2006 and the Maxum 4200 SY 2008 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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