Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 vs Monterey 260SCR 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 or the Monterey 260SCR 2009?

The Monterey 260SCR 2009 is the longer of the two at 27,0 feet overall. The Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 comes in at 24,0 feet, making it roughly 3,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: How many passengers can the Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 carry?

The Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 has an official capacity rating of 7 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 and Monterey 260SCR 2009 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 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 Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 or the Monterey 260SCR 2009?

The Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 has the bigger tank at 77 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Monterey 260SCR 2009. That 69-gallon difference translates to roughly 207–345 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 and Monterey 260SCR 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 and the Monterey 260SCR 2009 are built by Monterey. 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

Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 vs Monterey 260SCR 2009

Monterey

Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006

2006

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Monterey 260SCR 2009

2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 vs Monterey 260SCR 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 vs Monterey 260SCR 2009 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 320 hp for the Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 and 320 hp for the Monterey 260SCR 2009. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 carries 77 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Monterey 260SCR 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 is rated for up to 7 people. Passenger data for the Monterey 260SCR 2009 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Monterey 260SCR 2009 at 27,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 at 24,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.

General Boat Info

MakeMonterey

Model250 Cruiser

Model260SCR

Model Year2006

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 m)

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 9 in. (2.98 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m) with arch

Bridge clearance - Meters2.97

Bridge clearance - Meters2.69

Bridge clearance - Inches117

Bridge clearance - Inches106

Deadrise18℃

Deadrise17℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail24 in. (62 cm)

Draft [drive up] - Detail27 in. (68.58 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.61

Draft [drive up] meters0.69

Draft [drive up] inches24

Draft [drive up] inches27

Draft [max] - Detail37 in. (95 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (101.6 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.94

Draft [max] - Meters1.02

Draft [max] - Inches37

Draft [max] - Inches4

Weight - Detail6,100 lbs. (2,769 kg)

Weight - DetailTBD

Weight - kg2766.91

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - lbs.61

Weight - lbs.not available

Length - Meters7.48

Length - Meters8.4

Length - Feet24

Length - Feet27

Length - Inches6

Length [over all with swim platform]27 ft. 0 in. (8.24 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]27 ft. 6 in. (8.4 m)

Length overall - Detail24 ft. 6 in. (7.48 m)

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters7.47

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches294

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 GXi DP

Engine/s standardVolvo 300 hp 5.7 Gi DP

Fuel tank capacity - Detail77 gal. (291 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (302.8 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters291.48

Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83

Fuel tank capacity - Gal77

Fuel tank capacity - Gal8

Drive typeI/O

Drive typeInboard

Engine max320 hp

Engine max320 hp (238.6 kW)

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Operational Info

Water capacity20 gal. (76 l)

Water capacity25 gal. (94.64 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail21 gal. (79 l)

Holding tank capacity - DetailManual: 21 gal. (79.49 l) VacuFlush: 18 gal. (68.14 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters79.49

Holding tank capacity - Gal21

Headnot available

HeadEnclosed

Headroomnot available

HeadroomMaximum: 6 ft. 0 in. (1.83 m)

Water heater capacitynot available

Water heater capacity6 gal. (22 l)

Body / Hull

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeModified Vee

Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 vs Monterey 260SCR 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 or the Monterey 260SCR 2009?

The Monterey 260SCR 2009 is the longer of the two at 27,0 feet overall. The Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 comes in at 24,0 feet, making it roughly 3,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

How many passengers can the Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 carry?

The Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 has an official capacity rating of 7 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 and Monterey 260SCR 2009 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 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 Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 or the Monterey 260SCR 2009?

The Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 has the bigger tank at 77 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Monterey 260SCR 2009. That 69-gallon difference translates to roughly 207–345 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 and Monterey 260SCR 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Monterey 250 Cruiser 2006 and the Monterey 260SCR 2009 are built by Monterey. 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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