Maxum 3700 SCY 2006 boat specs
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Maxum 3700 SCY 2006
2006
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Maxum 4200 SY 2007 boat specs
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Maxum 4200 SY 2007
2007
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Maxum 3700 SCY 2006 vs Maxum 4200 SY 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Maxum 3700 SCY 2006 vs Maxum 4200 SY 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 3700 SCY 2006 carries a rated maximum of 375 hp. Engine data for the Maxum 4200 SY 2007 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Maxum 4200 SY 2007 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Maxum 3700 SCY 2006 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Maxum 4200 SY 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Maxum 4200 SY 2007 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 3700 SCY 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail42.00 ft
Length overall - Detail42 ft. 9 in. (13.03 m)
Length - Feet42
Length - Feet42
Length overall - Meters12.8
Length overall - Meters13.03
Length overall - Inches504
Length overall - Inches513
Beamnot available
Beam13 ft. 10 in. (4.22 m)
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters4.22
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches166
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - DetailMax: 12 ft. 10 in. (3.91 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters3.91
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches154
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise18℃
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail2 ft. 11 in. (0.89 m)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.89
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches35
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 8 in. (1.12 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters1.12
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches44
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - DetailWith standard engine: 35,700 lbs. (16,194 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg16193.23
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.357
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters13.03
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches9
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeMerccruiser 8.1 Liter
Engine makenot available
Horsepower375 hp
Horsepowernot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardTwin 425 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail480 gal. (1,816.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1817
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal48
Drive typenot available
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity130 gal. (492.1 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail70 gal. (265 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters264.98
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal7
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeMaxum
Modelnot available
Model4200 SY
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2007
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass

Maxum 3700 SCY 2006 vs Maxum 4200 SY 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Maxum 3700 SCY 2006 or the Maxum 4200 SY 2007?
The Maxum 4200 SY 2007 is the longer of the two at 42,0 feet overall. The Maxum 3700 SCY 2006 comes in at 42,0 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Maxum 3700 SCY 2006 has a documented max rating of 375 hp. Engine specifications for the Maxum 4200 SY 2007 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 3700 SCY 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Maxum 4200 SY 2007 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.
Are the Maxum 3700 SCY 2006 and Maxum 4200 SY 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Maxum 3700 SCY 2006 and the Maxum 4200 SY 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.