Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Starcraft Marine Electric Deck Boat 200 IO 2008 vs Starcraft Marine Limited 2312 RE Cuddy 2007: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Starcraft Marine Electric Deck Boat 200 IO 2008 vs Starcraft Marine Limited 2312 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 Electric Deck Boat 200 IO 2008 at 20,0 ft versus Starcraft Marine Limited 2312 RE Cuddy 2007 at 23,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Starcraft Marine Limited 2312 RE Cuddy 2007 tips the scales at 3 920 lbs - 1 515 lbs less than the Starcraft Marine Electric Deck Boat 200 IO 2008 at 2 405 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 Starcraft Marine Limited 2312 RE Cuddy 2007 tops out at 6 hp. Engine specs for the Starcraft Marine Electric Deck Boat 200 IO 2008 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
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 Limited 2312 RE Cuddy 2007 at 23,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Starcraft Marine Electric Deck Boat 200 IO 2008 at 20,0 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
ModelElectric Deck Boat 200 IO
ModelLimited 2312 RE Cuddy
Model Year2008
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (259 cm)
Beam102 in. (259 cm)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise17° (at transom)
Deadrise21℃
Depth - Detail30 in. (76 cm)
Depth - Detail32 in. (81 cm)
Depth - Centimeters76.2
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Inches30
Depth - Inches32
Weight - DetailBoat Only: 2,405 lbs.(1,091 kg)
Weight - Detail3,920 lbs. (1,778.1 kg)
Weight - kg1090.89
Weight - kg1778.08
Weight - lbs.2405
Weight - lbs.3920
Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (239 cm) Chine Width (at transom): 86 in. (218 cm)
Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (252 cm) Chine Width (at transom): 85 in. (193 cm)
Height [transom]N/A
Height [transom]not available
Length - Meters6.2
Length - Meters7.1
Length - Feet20
Length - Feet23
Length - Inches4
Length - Inches4
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 4 in. (6.2 m)
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 4 in. (7.1 m)
Length overall - Meters6.2
Length overall - Meters7.11
Length overall - Inches244
Length overall - Inches280
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - DetailN/A
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal. (283.9 l)
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxN/A
Engine max6.2 l MPI 320 hp (239 kW)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,890 lbs. (857.3 kg)
Maximum capacity2,300 lbs. (1,043.3 kg)
Maximum people12 or 1,700 lbs. / 12 or 771.1 kg
Maximum people12 or 1,800 lbs. (816.5 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 11 in. (7.9 m)
Trailer - Length over all27 ft. 5 in. (8.4 m)
Trailer - WeightPackage Weight w/ 5.0 MPI Merc.: 3,850 lbs. (1,746.4 kg)
Trailer - WeightPackage Weight with 6.2 MPI Merc: 5,764 lbs. (2,614.6 kg)