262 CR

The Crownline 262 CR is a generic 26-foot family express made popular some years ago thanks to her practical layout and—perhaps more important—a very competitive price. Like most boats in her class, the 262 CR rides on a solid fiberglass modified-V hull with relatively high freeboard and a trailerable 8'6" beam. Her midcabin interior provides the amenities on expects in a big trailerable cruiser with berths for four, wraparound dinette, full-service galley with stove, microwave and refrigerator, and an enclosed head with sink. Note the Corian galley counter and pullout shower fixture in head. The 262’s cockpit, with its bench seating aft, comfortable companion lounge, and double helm seat (with flip-up base) seems large for a 26-footer. Standard features include a cockpit table, woodgrain dash, cockpit shower, transom door, and wet bar with sink and storage. Engine access is excellent in those with a single engine, not so good with twin engines. On the downside, the 262’s old-fashioned bolt-on swim platform detracts from her styling. Among several engine choices, a single 320hp MerCruiser Bravo III sterndrive will cruise in the low 20s (about 35 knots top).