Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 boat specs
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Moomba Gravity XLV 2011
2011
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Moomba Outback 2009 boat specs
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Moomba Outback 2009
2009
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Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 vs Moomba Outback 2009: A Close Look at Two Modified-V Boats

Both the Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 and the Moomba Outback 2009 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 at 23,0 ft versus Moomba Outback 2009 at 20,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 tips the scales at 3 600 lbs - 850 lbs more than the Moomba Outback 2009 at 2 750 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 325 hp for the Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 and 325 hp for the Moomba Outback 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 Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 carries 50 gallons versus 28 gallons in the Moomba Outback 2009. 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 Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Moomba Outback 2009 caps at 10. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 16 passengers and at 23,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Moomba Outback 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 10 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeMoomba
MakeMoomba
ModelGravity XLV
ModelOutback
Model Year2011
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam98°
Beam95 in.
Draft [max] - Detail26°
Draft [max] - Detail22 in.
Weight - Detail3,600 lbs.
Weight - Detail2,750 lbs.
Weight - kg1632.93
Weight - kg1247.38
Weight - lbs.3600
Weight - lbs.2750
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet20
Length overall - Detail23 ft.
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Meters6.25
Length overall - Inches276
Length overall - Inches246
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches95
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.56
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches22
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches6
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.7 l, V8, EFI
Engine/s standard5.7l, V8, EFI
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail28 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters105.99
Fuel tank capacity - Gal50
Fuel tank capacity - Gal28
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Horsepower325 hp
Horsepowernot available
Drive typenot available
Drive typeInboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max325 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people16
Maximum people10
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailBoatMate? 1-axle

Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 vs Moomba Outback 2009 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 or the Moomba Outback 2009?
The Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 is the longer of the two at 23,0 feet overall. The Moomba Outback 2009 comes in at 20,0 feet, making it roughly 3,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 or the Moomba Outback 2009?
For trailering, the Moomba Outback 2009 has the edge at 2 750 lbs dry weight versus 3 600 lbs for the Moomba Gravity XLV 2011. 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.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 16 passengers, while the Moomba Outback 2009 is certified for 10. 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 has the larger fuel tank - the Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 or the Moomba Outback 2009?
The Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 has the bigger tank at 50 gallons, versus 28 gallons on the Moomba Outback 2009. That 22-gallon difference translates to roughly 66–110 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 and Moomba Outback 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Moomba Gravity XLV 2011 and the Moomba Outback 2009 are built by Moomba. 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.