Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Rinker 232 Captiva Cuddy 2003 vs Rinker Captiva 246 CC 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Rinker 232 Captiva Cuddy 2003 vs Rinker Captiva 246 CC 2012 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 Rinker Captiva 246 CC 2012 tops out at 430 hp. Engine specs for the Rinker 232 Captiva Cuddy 2003 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 75 gal and 75 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 7 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Rinker 232 Captiva Cuddy 2003 and Rinker Captiva 246 CC 2012 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
Model232 Captiva Cuddy
ModelCaptiva 246 CC
Model Year2003
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise21℃
Deadrisenot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [max] - Detail36 in
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail4,215 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg1911.89
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.4215
Weight - lbs.not available
Height - DetailBridge Clearance: 5 ft
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters1.52
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches6
Height - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters7.16
Length overall - Meters7.98
Length overall - Inches282
Length overall - Inches314
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet26.17
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard220 HP
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gallons
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typenot available
Drive typeInboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max430 hp
Operational Info
HeadroomCabin Headroom: 5 ft
Headroomnot available
Water capacityFresh: 10 gallons
Water capacitynot available
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity2
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee