Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Starcraft Marine SF Series 2012 vs Starcraft Marine Star Step I/O Series 2009 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Starcraft Marine SF Series 2012 and the Starcraft Marine Star Step I/O Series 2009 are modified vee designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
The Starcraft Marine SF Series 2012 carries a rated maximum of 35 hp. Engine data for the Starcraft Marine Star Step I/O Series 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
The Starcraft Marine SF Series 2012 is rated for up to 3 people. Passenger data for the Starcraft Marine Star Step I/O Series 2009 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Starcraft Marine SF Series 2012 and Starcraft Marine Star Step I/O Series 2009 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeStarcraft Marine
MakeStarcraft Marine
ModelSF Series
ModelStar Step I/O Series
Model Year2012
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.73
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches68
Beam - Inches102
Depth - Detail30 in
Depth - Detail30 in
Depth - Centimeters76.2
Depth - Centimeters76.2
Depth - Inches3
Depth - Inches3
Weight - Detail185 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg83.91
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.185
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail60 in
Width [transom] - Detail94 in
Height [transom]LS / SS bracket height
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet14.17
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters4.32
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches17
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull thickness0.064 in. bottom gauge 0.060 in. side gauge 0.064 rib gauge
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine max35 hp
Engine maxnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail51 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters193.06
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal51
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,000 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people3
Maximum peoplenot available