Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 vs Rinker 246 CC 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 or the Rinker 246 CC 2010?

The Rinker 246 CC 2010 is the longer of the two at 26,2 feet overall. The Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 3,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 or the Rinker 246 CC 2010?

For trailering, the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 has the edge at 365 lbs dry weight versus 505 lbs for the Rinker 246 CC 2010. 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 Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Rinker 246 CC 2010 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 Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 11 passengers, while the Rinker 246 CC 2010 is certified for 7. 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 Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 and Rinker 246 CC 2010 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 Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 or the Rinker 246 CC 2010?

The Rinker 246 CC 2010 has the bigger tank at 75 gallons, versus 42 gallons on the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007. That 33-gallon difference translates to roughly 99–165 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 and Rinker 246 CC 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 and the Rinker 246 CC 2010 are built by Rinker. 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

Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 vs Rinker 246 CC 2010

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Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007

2007

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Rinker 246 CC 2010

2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 vs Rinker 246 CC 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 vs Rinker 246 CC 2010 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 Rinker 246 CC 2010 measures 26,2 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 3,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 at 23,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Rinker 246 CC 2010 tips the scales at 505 lbs — 140 lbs less than the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 at 365 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 Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Rinker 246 CC 2010 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Rinker 246 CC 2010 carries 75 gallons versus 42 gallons in the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007. 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 Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Rinker 246 CC 2010 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 23,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Rinker 246 CC 2010 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

MakeRinker

Model226 Captiva Bowrider

Model246 CC

Model Year2007

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 0 in. (1.52 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.52

Bridge clearance - Inches6

Deadrise20℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (55 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.56

Draft [drive up] inches22

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Inches36

Weight - Detail3,650 lbs. (1,656 kg)

Weight - Detail5,050 lbs. (2,291 kg)

Weight - kg1655.61

Weight - kg2290.64

Weight - lbs.365

Weight - lbs.505

Length - Meters7.16

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet23

Length - Feet26.17

Length - Inches6

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 6 in. (7.16 m)

Length overall - Detail26 ft. 2 in. (7.97 m)

Length overall - Meters7.16

Length overall - Meters7.98

Length overall - Inches282

Length overall - Inches314

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 GL SX - 220 hp

Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 GXi SX - 270 hp

Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal. (158 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal. (283.9 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99

Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91

Fuel tank capacity - Gal42

Fuel tank capacity - Gal75

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Drive typeI/O

Engine max320 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Maximum people11

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Sleeping capacitynot available

Sleeping capacity2

Water capacitynot available

Water capacityFresh: 10 gal. (37.8 l)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum capacityYacht certified

Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 vs Rinker 246 CC 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 or the Rinker 246 CC 2010?

The Rinker 246 CC 2010 is the longer of the two at 26,2 feet overall. The Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 3,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 or the Rinker 246 CC 2010?

For trailering, the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 has the edge at 365 lbs dry weight versus 505 lbs for the Rinker 246 CC 2010. 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 Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Rinker 246 CC 2010 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 Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 11 passengers, while the Rinker 246 CC 2010 is certified for 7. 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 Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 and Rinker 246 CC 2010 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 Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 or the Rinker 246 CC 2010?

The Rinker 246 CC 2010 has the bigger tank at 75 gallons, versus 42 gallons on the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007. That 33-gallon difference translates to roughly 99–165 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 and Rinker 246 CC 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Rinker 226 Captiva Bowrider 2007 and the Rinker 246 CC 2010 are built by Rinker. 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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