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Pelican Catch Classic 120

More length and load capacity than the Classic 100.

Despite the 120 name, this Catch Classic measures 11 feet 8 inches. It keeps the 34-inch beam of the Classic 100 and raises the published maximum load to 400 lb. The equipment includes a dual-position seat, a quick-lock hatch and a rear tankwell.

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Pelican Catch Classic 120 kayak, supplied product photograph
Model shown for reference. Color and fitted accessories may differ from SKU KRP12P103-00.
Length
11 ft 8 in
355.6 cm
Width
34 in
86.4 cm
Published weight*
68 lb
30.8 kg
Maximum load
400 lb
181.4 kg

The layout, up close.

A longer footprint

The reference hull is twenty inches longer than the Classic 100, a difference to include in your storage measurements.

Fishing equipment

Two four-inch gear tracks, two flush-mounted rod holders and paddle tie-downs are listed for the selected SKU.

Seating and storage

The seat has high and low positions. A forward hatch and rear tankwell divide the load around the seating area.

Where it fits

Compare this model when your combined body-and-gear load is closer to the limits of the smaller fishing models. It gives a higher published ceiling, but the final choice still needs a fit check and a realistic load plan.

The trade-off

The published weight is 68 lb, eleven more than the Classic 100. A boat that fits inside the garage can still be awkward at the door or on a roof rack. Work through those movements before adding a large tackle setup.

Reference specifications

Reference SKU
KRP12P103-00
Seating layout
Sit On Top
Paddlers
1
Propulsion
Paddle
Length
11 ft 8 in / 355.6 cm
Width
34 in / 86.4 cm
Published weight*
68 lb / 30.8 kg
Maximum carrying load
400 lb / 181.4 kg
Seat
Dual-position Ergocast seat; verify version
Storage
Quick-lock hatch and rear tankwell

Metric conversions are rounded from the published inch and pound figures. Weight is a published reference, not an independent measurement. Confirm included equipment and the load guidance for the exact kayak.

Specification check. Seat naming conflict: the manufacturer feature description says Ergocast G2, while the complete equipment list says Ergocast Classic. Both identify a dual-position seat. The exact version needs confirmation.

Before you choose

Measure the entire transport route and check the seat supplied with the exact boat. Keep the Classic 120 distinct from older Catch 120 versions when sourcing parts.

Work through the choosing checklist and plan transport and storage before the first outing.

Source & configuration

Manufacturer specifications: Catch Classic 120. Reference checked September 17, 2026. This profile combines the published configuration with practical comparison notes; it is not a hands-on test report. Model years, retailer packages and accessories can differ.

Two nearby options.