Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Rinker 262 Captiva Bowrider 2005 vs Rinker 276 Captiva Bowrider 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Rinker 262 Captiva Bowrider 2005 vs Rinker 276 Captiva Bowrider 2009 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.
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 2005 and Rinker 276 Captiva Bowrider 2009 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
Model276 Captiva Bowrider
Model Year2005
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam9 ft. 0 in. (2.74 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.74
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches108
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise21℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (55 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [max] - Detail36 in
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches36
Length overall - DetailWith Swim Platform: 28 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 11 in. (8.81 m)
Length overall - Meters8.59
Length overall - Meters8.81
Length overall - Inches338
Length overall - Inches347
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 6 in. (1.68 m) With Arch: 8 ft. 1 in. (2.46 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.46
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches97
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail5,500 lbs. (2,495 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg2494.76
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.55
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters8.81
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet28
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches11
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard320 PHP
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.7 GI DP - 300 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal. (321.7 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
Operational Info
Water capacityFresh: 10 gallons
Water capacityFresh: 10 gal. (37.8 l)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacityYacht certifed
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum peopleYacht certifed
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee