Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 vs Maxum 2600 SE 2007 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 or the Maxum 2600 SE 2007?

For trailering, the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 has the edge at 63 lbs dry weight versus 6 784 lbs for the Maxum 2600 SE 2007. 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 2600 SE 2007 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 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Maxum 2600 SE 2007 is certified for 8. 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 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 and Maxum 2600 SE 2007 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: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 or the Maxum 2600 SE 2007?

The Maxum 2600 SE 2007 has the bigger tank at 85 gallons, versus 74 gallons on the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005. That 11-gallon difference translates to roughly 33–55 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 and Maxum 2600 SE 2007 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 and the Maxum 2600 SE 2007 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 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 vs Maxum 2600 SE 2007

Maxum

Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005

2005

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Maxum 2600 SE 2007

2007

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 vs Maxum 2600 SE 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 vs Maxum 2600 SE 2007 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 2600 SE 2007 tops out at 320 hp. Engine specs for the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Maxum 2600 SE 2007 carries 85 gallons versus 74 gallons in the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005. 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 2600 SE 2007 is rated for 8 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 2600 SE 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Maxum 2600 SE 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 27,0 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

Model2500SE Sport Cruiser

Model2600 SE

Model Year2005

Model Year2007

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

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

Bridge clearance - DetailMax: 6 ft. 8 in. (2.03 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters2.03

Bridge clearance - Inches8

Deadrise17℃

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

Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 11 in. (0.58 m)

Draft [drive up] meters0.53

Draft [drive up] meters0.58

Draft [drive up] inches21

Draft [drive up] inches23

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

Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 4 in. (1.02 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Meters1.02

Draft [max] - Inches36

Draft [max] - Inches4

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

Weight - DetailWith standard engine: 6,784 lbs. (3,077 kg)

Weight - kg2857.63

Weight - kg3077.17

Weight - lbs.63

Weight - lbs.6784

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

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

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

Length overall - Detail27 ft. 0 in. (8.23 m)

Length overall - Meters7.77

Length overall - Meters8.23

Length overall - Inches306

Length overall - Inches324

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters8.23

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet27

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail74 gal. (280 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail85 gal. (321.7 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters280.12

Fuel tank capacity - Liters321.76

Fuel tank capacity - Gal74

Fuel tank capacity - Gal85

BatteryCharger/Converter: 10-Amp (Guest?)

Batterynot available

Engine/s standardnot available

Engine/s standard260 hp

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Drive typenot available

Drive typeInboard

Engine maxnot available

Engine max320 hp

Operational Info

HeadMarine w/Holding Tank & Manual Flush

Headnot available

Water capacity20 gal. (76 l)

Water capacity20 gal. (75.7 l)

Water heater capacity6 gal

Water heater capacitynot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (76 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (75.7 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71

Holding tank capacity - Gal2

Body / Hull

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 vs Maxum 2600 SE 2007 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 or the Maxum 2600 SE 2007?

For trailering, the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 has the edge at 63 lbs dry weight versus 6 784 lbs for the Maxum 2600 SE 2007. 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 2600 SE 2007 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 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Maxum 2600 SE 2007 is certified for 8. 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 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 and Maxum 2600 SE 2007 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.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 or the Maxum 2600 SE 2007?

The Maxum 2600 SE 2007 has the bigger tank at 85 gallons, versus 74 gallons on the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005. That 11-gallon difference translates to roughly 33–55 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 and Maxum 2600 SE 2007 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Maxum 2500SE Sport Cruiser 2005 and the Maxum 2600 SE 2007 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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