Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Rinker 262 Captiva Bowrider 2003 vs Rinker Captiva 268 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Rinker 262 Captiva Bowrider 2003 vs Rinker Captiva 268 2011 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 268 2011 tops out at 420 hp. Engine specs for the Rinker 262 Captiva Bowrider 2003 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 8 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 262 Captiva Bowrider 2003 and Rinker Captiva 268 2011 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
Model262 Captiva Bowrider
ModelCaptiva 268
Model Year2003
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise16℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in
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
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches35
Length overall - DetailWith Swim Platform: 28 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 8 in. (8.13 m)
Length overall - Meters8.59
Length overall - Meters8.13
Length overall - Inches338
Length overall - Inches32
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 0 in. (1.52 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.52
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches6
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail5,650 lbs. (2,563 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg2562.79
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.565
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet26.67
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard320 PHP
Engine/s standardnot available
Max no of enginesnot available
Max no of engines1
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercruiser
Engine modelnot available
Engine model5.0 L MPI B3
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail76 gal. (299 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters287.69
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal76
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower260 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine max420 hp
Operational Info
Water capacityFresh: 10 gallons
Water capacityFresh: 10 gal. (37.8 l)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacityYacht certified
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee