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Compare Pelican kayaks

Length, width, carrying weight and capacity belong in the same comparison. Here are the published reference configurations for all twelve models, with source conflicts called out rather than averaged away.

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Published reference specifications · checked September 17, 2026 · maximum load includes people and equipment
Model / SKULayoutPaddlersLengthWidthWeight*Max. loadPropulsion
Argo 100XKFF10P300-00sit in110 ft28 in36 lb275 lbPaddle
Mustang 100X EXOKYF10P203sit in110 ft29 in39 lb *300 lbPaddle
Argo 100X EXOKFF10P105-00sit in110 ft28 in36 lb275 lbPaddle
Sentinel 100KVL10P105-00sit on top110 ft30 in40 lb *300 lbPaddle
Sentinel 100X AnglerMBF10P100-00sit on top19 ft 6 in30 in44 lb275 lbPaddle
SEEK 100XP AnglerMKL10P505-00sit on top110 ft30 in48.1 lb *300 lbPaddle
Catch Classic 100KRP10P104-00sit on top110 ft34 in57 lb350 lbPaddle
Catch Classic 120KRP12P103-00sit on top111 ft 8 in34 in68 lb *400 lbPaddle
Catch Mode 110MIF11P102-00sit on top110 ft 8 in34.5 in67 lb375 lbPaddle
Catch 110HDIIKRP11P104-00sit on top110 ft 6 in34 in67 lb *350 lbPedal (HyDryve II)
River Gorge 130XPKUF13P200-00sit on top213 ft34 in73 lb *500 lbPaddle
Argo 136XPKCP14P305-00sit in213 ft 6 in31.75 in67 lb *500 lbPaddle
Read the qualifications. Sentinel 100, SEEK 100XP and Argo 136XP have conflicting weight figures within their manufacturer pages. Catch 110HDII’s listed weight does not clearly specify the complete equipped load. Open the model profile before relying on a lifting calculation.

The table uses detailed specification fields for numerical comparisons. Metric values are rounded conversions, not separate manufacturer claims. Seats, rod holders and removable bags can vary between similarly named packages.

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Three comparisons worth making.

Argo 100X vs. Mustang 100X EXO

Both are ten-foot sit-ins. Mustang adds an inch of width, 3 lb of published weight and 25 lb of rated capacity, with a removable Exopod compartment. Argo keeps the reference weight to 36 lb. Compare the storage system and cockpit fit rather than assuming the EXO suffix always means the same upgrade.

Argo 100X · Mustang 100X EXO

Catch Classic 100 vs. Catch Mode 110

Classic 100 lists an Ergocast Classic dual-position seat. Mode 110 uses Ergoboost with under-seat storage. Mode is eight inches longer, half an inch wider and 10 lb heavier on the reference figures, with a 25 lb higher capacity. Sit in both before deciding whether the different seat justifies the extra boat to carry.

Catch Classic 100 · Catch Mode 110

River Gorge 130XP vs. Argo 136XP

River Gorge is the open-deck tandem; Argo is the sit-in. River Gorge is shorter and wider, while Argo has the lower table weight. Both list 500 lb maximum capacity. Check the seat generation on River Gorge and the conflicting Argo weight figures before choosing from the headline numbers.

River Gorge 130XP · Argo 136XP

Use the figures in the right order.

Start with the combined load and seating fit. Next, work out how you will transport and store the kayak. A published weight is only useful if you know what equipment it includes and can manage the actual lift.

No score in this table substitutes for water conditions, instruction or the instructions for your model. The choosing guide turns the comparison into a practical checklist.