Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 vs Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 is rated to a maximum of 175 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 tops out at 150 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.

Q: How many passengers can the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 carry?

The Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 has an official capacity rating of 18 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 and Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 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.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 or the Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009?

The Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 has the bigger tank at 35 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006. That 32-gallon difference translates to roughly 96–160 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 and Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 and the Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 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.

Boat Comparison

Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 vs Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009

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Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 vs Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 vs Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 175 hp, the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 has a 25-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009's 150-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 Majestic Series 2009 carries 35 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 is rated for up to 18 people. Passenger data for the Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 wasn't available.

The Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.

Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 and its 175-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 with its 150-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.

General Boat Info

MakeStarcraft Marine

ModelMajestic 256 RE CR

ModelMajestic Series

Model Year2006

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (259 cm)

Beam102 in

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Depth - Detail27 in. (69 cm)

Depth - Detail27 in

Depth - Centimeters68.58

Depth - Inches27

Weight - Detail2,665 lbs. (1,208.8 kg)

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - kg1208.82

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - lbs.2665

Weight - lbs.not available

Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)

Height [transom]0.08 in

Length - Meters7.7

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet25

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Inches3

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail25 ft. 3 in. (7.7 m)

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters7.7

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches303

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Width [transom] - Detailnot available

Width [transom] - Detail20 in

Pontoon and Inflatable Specific

Tube diameter25 in. (64 cm)

Tube diameternot available

Tube gauge0.080 in. (.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 - Detail35 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56

Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49

Fuel tank capacity - Gal3

Fuel tank capacity - Gal35

Drive typeI/O

Drive typeOutboard

Engine max175 hp (131 kw)

Engine max150 hp

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Operational Info

Maximum capacity3,240 lbs. (1,469.7 kg)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people18

Maximum peoplenot available

Body / Hull

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialWood

Hull typenot available

Hull typePontoon

Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 vs Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 — Common Questions

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 is rated to a maximum of 175 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 tops out at 150 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 passengers can the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 carry?

The Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 has an official capacity rating of 18 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 and Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 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 RE CR 2006 or the Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009?

The Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 has the bigger tank at 35 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006. That 32-gallon difference translates to roughly 96–160 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 and Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Starcraft Marine Majestic 256 RE CR 2006 and the Starcraft Marine Majestic Series 2009 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.

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