Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Rinker 262 Captiva Bowrider 2003 vs Rinker Express Cruiser 260 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Rinker 262 Captiva Bowrider 2003 vs Rinker Express Cruiser 260 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 Express Cruiser 260 2011 tops out at 320 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 Express Cruiser 260 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
ModelExpress Cruiser 26
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℃
Deadrise18℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail26 in. (66 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] meters0.66
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [drive up] inches26
Draft [max] - Detail36 in
Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (97 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches38
Length overall - DetailWith Swim Platform: 28 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 10 in. (8.79 m)
Length overall - Meters8.59
Length overall - Meters8.79
Length overall - Inches338
Length overall - Inches346
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 0 in. (2.13 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.13
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches84
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail6,750 lbs. (3,062 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg3061.75
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.675
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet28.83
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 B2
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal. (283.9 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower260 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine max320 hp
Operational Info
Water capacityFresh: 10 gallons
Water capacityFresh: 33 gal. (124.9 l)
Headnot available
HeadWith pump-out toilet
Headroomnot available
HeadroomCabin: 6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m)
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity4
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacityYacht certified
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 27 gal. (102.2 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters102.21
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal27
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee