Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 boat specs
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Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007
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Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 boat specs
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Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013
2013
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Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 vs Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 vs Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 measures 37,8 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 34,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 at 3,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 tips the scales at 1 811 lbs — 1 207 lbs less than the Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 at 604 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 carries a rated maximum of 425 hp. Engine data for the Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 carries 22 gallons versus 1 gallons in the Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 37,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeRinker
MakeRinker
Model282 Captiva Cuddy
ModelExpress Cruiser 36
Model Year2007
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 0 in. (2.74 m)
Beam12 ft. (3.66 m)
Beam - Meters2.74
Beam - Meters3.66
Beam - Inches108
Beam - Inches144
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 6 in. (1.52 m) w/o Arch 8 ft. 3 in. (2.51 m) w/Arch
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.51
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches99
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise21℃
Deadrisenot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (55 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (0.56 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail6,040 lbs. (2,739 kg)
Weight - Detail15,550 lbs. (7,060 kg) dry 18,110 lbs. (8,222 kg) wet
Weight - kg2739.7
Weight - kg8214.55
Weight - lbs.604
Weight - lbs.1811
Length - Meters9.27
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet3
Length - Feet37.83
Length - Inches5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail30 ft. 5 in. (9.27 m)
Length overall - Detail37 ft. 10 in. (11.08 m)
Length overall - Meters9.27
Length overall - Meters11.53
Length overall - Inches365
Length overall - Inches454
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.7 Gi DP - 280 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (378.5 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail220 gal. (834 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Liters832.79
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Fuel tank capacity - Gal22
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard
Engine max425 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Sleeping capacity2
Sleeping capacitynot available
Water capacity10 gal. (37.85 l)
Water capacitynot available
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Maximum peopleYacht certified

Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 vs Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 or the Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013?
The Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 is the longer of the two at 37,8 feet overall. The Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 comes in at 3,0 feet, making it roughly 34,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 or the Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013?
For trailering, the Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 has the edge at 604 lbs dry weight versus 1 811 lbs for the Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013. 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 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 has a documented max rating of 425 hp. Engine specifications for the Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 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 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 is certified for 11. 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.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 measures 144" wide, compared to 108" for the Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 or the Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013?
The Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 has the bigger tank at 22 gallons, versus 1 gallons on the Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007. That 21-gallon difference translates to roughly 63–105 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 and Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Rinker 282 Captiva Cuddy 2007 and the Rinker Express Cruiser 360 2013 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.