Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 boat specs
Starcraft Marine
Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007
2007
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Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 boat specs
Starcraft Marine
Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012
2012
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Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 vs Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a pontoon Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 against a modified vee Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 at 26,0 ft versus Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 at 23,8 ft. At 2 855 lbs and 2 945 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 425 hp, the Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 has a 250-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007's 175-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 Star Step 241 I/O 2012 carries 51 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 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 Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 is rated for 18 passengers, while the Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 caps at 13. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 18 passengers and at 26,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 13 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeStarcraft Marine
MakeStarcraft Marine
ModelMajestic 256 CR
ModelStar Step 241 I/O
Model Year2007
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (259 cm)
Beam102 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail2,855 lbs. (1,295.3 kg)
Weight - Detail2,945 lbs
Weight - kg1295.01
Weight - kg1335.83
Weight - lbs.2855
Weight - lbs.2945
Height - DetailFence: 27 in. (69 cm)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.69
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches27
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Meters8.1
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet26
Length - Feet23.83
Length - Inches6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 6 in. (8.1 m)
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Meters8.08
Length overall - Meters7.26
Length overall - Inches318
Length overall - Inches286
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail32 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches32
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail94 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typePontoon
Hull typeModified Vee
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in. (64 cm)
Tube diameternot available
Tube gauge0.080 in. (0.203 cm)
Tube gaugenot available
Number of tubes3
Number of tubesnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (113.6 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail51 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters193.06
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal51
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max175 hp (131 kW)
Engine max425 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercruiser
Engine modelnot available
Engine model5.0 MPI Alpha
Operational Info
Maximum capacity3,240 lbs. (1,469.7 kg)
Maximum capacity1,900 lbs
Maximum people18 or 2,540 lbs. (1,152.1 kg)
Maximum people13
Trailer Info
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - WeightTowing: 4,705 lbs

Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 vs Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 or the Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012?
The Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 comes in at 23,8 feet, making it roughly 2,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 or the Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012?
For trailering, the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 has the edge at 2 855 lbs dry weight versus 2 945 lbs for the Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012. 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 is rated to a maximum of 425 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 tops out at 175 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 18 passengers, while the Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 is certified for 13. 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.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 and Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 share an 102 in. (259 cm) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 or the Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012?
The Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 has the bigger tank at 51 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007. That 48-gallon difference translates to roughly 144–240 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 and Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 CR 2007 and the Starcraft Marine Star Step 241 I/O 2012 are built by Starcraft Marine. 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.