Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Starcraft Marine Classic 240 Deluxe Fish CR 2005 vs Starcraft Marine Limited 2150 RE Cuddy 2007: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Starcraft Marine Classic 240 Deluxe Fish CR 2005 vs Starcraft Marine Limited 2150 RE Cuddy 2007 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Starcraft Marine Classic 240 Deluxe Fish CR 2005 at 24,0 ft versus Starcraft Marine Limited 2150 RE Cuddy 2007 at 21,0 ft. At 2 235 lbs and 2 300 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 135 hp, the Starcraft Marine Classic 240 Deluxe Fish CR 2005 has a 129-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine Limited 2150 RE Cuddy 2007's 6-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Starcraft Marine Limited 2150 RE Cuddy 2007 carries 45 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Starcraft Marine Classic 240 Deluxe Fish CR 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 12 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 Starcraft Marine Classic 240 Deluxe Fish CR 2005 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Starcraft Marine Limited 2150 RE Cuddy 2007 at 21,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking - a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeStarcraft Marine
MakeStarcraft Marine
ModelClassic 240 Deluxe Fish CR
ModelLimited 2150 RE Cuddy
Model Year2005
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam96 in. (244 cm)
Beam102 in. (259 cm)
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail2,235 lbs. (1,013.8 kg)
Weight - Detail2,300 lbs. (1,043 kg)
Weight - kg1013.78
Weight - kg1043.26
Weight - lbs.2235
Weight - lbs.2300
Length - Meters7.4
Length - Meters6.5
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet21
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches2
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 3 in. (7.4 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters7.39
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches291
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise17℃
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail32 in. (81 cm)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches32
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail99 in. (252 cm) Chine Width (at transom): 76 in. (193 cm)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 2 in. (6.5 m)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in. (58 cm)
Tube diameternot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87.1 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal. (170.3 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Fuel tank capacity - Gal45
Drive typeOutBoard
Drive typeI/O
Engine max135 hp (100 kw)
Engine max6.2 MPI 320 hp (239 kW)
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,299 lbs. (1,042.8 kg)
Maximum capacity1,900 lbs. (861.8 kg)
Maximum people12
Maximum people12 or 1,675 lbs. (759.8 kg)
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 2 in. (7.7 m)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - WeightPackage Weight with 6.2 MPI Merc: 3,728 lbs. (1,691 kg)