Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 vs Rinker Captiva 248 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 or the Rinker Captiva 248 2011?

The Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Rinker Captiva 248 2011 comes in at 24,7 feet, making it roughly 1,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 or the Rinker Captiva 248 2011?

For trailering, the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 has the edge at 505 lbs dry weight versus 535 lbs for the Rinker Captiva 248 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.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Rinker Captiva 248 2011 has a documented max rating of 430 hp. Engine specifications for the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 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 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Rinker Captiva 248 2011 is certified for 1. 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 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 and Rinker Captiva 248 2011 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: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 and Rinker Captiva 248 2011?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 75 gallons and 75 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 and Rinker Captiva 248 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 and the Rinker Captiva 248 2011 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 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 vs Rinker Captiva 248 2011

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Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009

2009

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Rinker Captiva 248 2011

2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 vs Rinker Captiva 248 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 against a modified vee Rinker Captiva 248 2011 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 at 26,0 ft versus Rinker Captiva 248 2011 at 24,7 ft. At 505 lbs and 535 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.

The Rinker Captiva 248 2011 tops out at 430 hp. Engine specs for the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Rinker Captiva 248 2011 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 26,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Rinker Captiva 248 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeRinker

Model246 Captiva Cuddy

ModelCaptiva 248

Model Year2009

Model Year2011

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℃

Deadrise17℃

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

Draft [drive up] - Detail23 in. (58 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.56

Draft [drive up] meters0.58

Draft [drive up] inches22

Draft [drive up] inches23

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

Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Inches36

Draft [max] - Inches35

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

Weight - Detail5,350 lbs. (2,427 kg)

Weight - kg2290.64

Weight - kg2426.72

Weight - lbs.505

Weight - lbs.535

Length - Meters7.97

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet26

Length - Feet24.67

Length - Inches2

Length - Inchesnot available

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

Length overall - Detail24 ft. 8 in. (7.52 m)

Length overall - Meters7.98

Length overall - Meters7.52

Length overall - Inches314

Length overall - Inches296

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 GXI SX - 270 hp

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal. (283.9 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91

Fuel tank capacity - Gal75

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Max no of enginesnot available

Max no of engines1

Engine makenot available

Engine makeVolvo Penta

Engine modelnot available

Engine model5.0 GXi SX

Horsepowernot available

Horsepower270 hp

Engine maxnot available

Engine max430 hp

Operational Info

HeadYes

Headnot available

Sleeping capacity2

Sleeping capacitynot available

Water capacityFresh: 10 gal. (37.8 l)

Maximum capacityYacht certified

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Maximum people1

Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 vs Rinker Captiva 248 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 or the Rinker Captiva 248 2011?

The Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Rinker Captiva 248 2011 comes in at 24,7 feet, making it roughly 1,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 or the Rinker Captiva 248 2011?

For trailering, the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 has the edge at 505 lbs dry weight versus 535 lbs for the Rinker Captiva 248 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Rinker Captiva 248 2011 has a documented max rating of 430 hp. Engine specifications for the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 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 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Rinker Captiva 248 2011 is certified for 1. 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 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 and Rinker Captiva 248 2011 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.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 and Rinker Captiva 248 2011?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 75 gallons and 75 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 and Rinker Captiva 248 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Rinker 246 Captiva Cuddy 2009 and the Rinker Captiva 248 2011 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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