Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bar Crusher 650C Cuddy Cabin 2026 vs Bar Crusher 670HT Hard Top 2027: A Close Look at Two Deep-V Boats
Both the Bar Crusher 650C Cuddy Cabin 2026 and the Bar Crusher 670HT Hard Top 2027 are deep-V designs, both built in aluminium, so 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 spec sheets describe the hulls a little differently (the first as waveslicer deep-v; rigideck; quickflow water ballast, the second as plate aluminium deep-v), so it is worth asking the builder how the two compare on the water.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Bar Crusher 650C Cuddy Cabin 2026 at 21,2 ft versus Bar Crusher 670HT Hard Top 2027 at 22,0 ft. At 4 057 lbs and 4 145 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class - either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 250 hp, the Bar Crusher 670HT Hard Top 2027 has a 50-hp advantage over the Bar Crusher 650C Cuddy Cabin 2026's 200-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bar Crusher 670HT Hard Top 2027 carries 61 gallons versus 57 gallons in the Bar Crusher 650C Cuddy Cabin 2026. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 passengers - a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Bar Crusher 670HT Hard Top 2027 and its 250-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Bar Crusher 650C Cuddy Cabin 2026 with its 200-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakeBar Crusher
MakeBar Crusher
Model650C Cuddy Cabin
Model670HT Hard Top
Model Year2026
Model Year2027
Weight - Detail4057 lbs. (1840 kg)
Weight - Detail4145 lbs. (1880 kg)
Weight - kg1840
Weight - kg1880
Weight - lbs.4057
Weight - lbs.4145
Usenot available
UseOffshore fishing
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 2 in. (6.45 m)
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in. (6.7 m)
Length overall - Inches253.94
Length overall - Inches263.78
Length overall - Meters6.45
Length overall - Meters6.7
Length - Feet21.16
Length - Feet21.98
Beam90.16 in. (2.29 m)
Beam92.52 in. (2.35 m)
Beam - Inches90.16
Beam - Inches92.52
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Meters2.35
Weight - DetailDry tow weight
Weight - DetailDry tow weight
Weight - kg1840
Weight - kg1880
Weight - lbs.4057
Weight - lbs.4144.69
Length - Inches253.94
Length - Inchesnot available
Height - Detail118.5 in. (3.01 m)
Height - Detail125.98 in. (3.2 m)
Height - Inches118.5
Height - Inches125.98
Height - Meters3.01
Height - Meters3.2
Length - Meters6.45
Length - Metersnot available
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - DetailInternal freeboard 800 mm
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters80
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches31.5
Body / Hull
Hull materialPlate aluminium
Hull materialPlate aluminium
Hull typeWaveslicer deep-V; Rigideck; Quickflow water ballast
Hull typePlate aluminium deep-V
Hull thickness5 mm bottom; 4 mm topsides
Hull thickness5 mm bottom; 4 mm topsides
Bottom Sides5 mm bottom
Bottom Sides5 mm bottom
Top Sides4 mm topsides
Top Sides4 mm topsides
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel typePetrol
Fuel typePetrol
Engine max200 HP
Engine max250 HP
Fuel tank capacity - Liters215
Fuel tank capacity - Liters230
Fuel tank capacity - Gal56.8
Fuel tank capacity - Gal60.8
Fuel tank capacity - Detail56.8 gal. (215 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60.8 gal. (230 l)
Engine/s standardManufacturer range 150–200 HP
Engine/s standard2027 Blakes dealer package listing fitment: Suzuki DF200ATX
Transom Shaft Length25 in
Transom Shaft Length25 in
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower200 HP
Engine makenot available
Engine makeSuzuki
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelDF200ATX
Fuel systemnot available
Fuel systemSafeTank
Operational Info
Maximum people6
Maximum people6
Boat typeCuddy cabin fishing boat
Boat typeHard top fishing boat
Fuel tank capacity - Detail215 L SafeTank
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal56.8
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters215
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity372 L Quickflow ballast
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all8060 mm hitch to prop
Trailer - Length over all8000 mm
Trailer - Width2290 mm
Trailer - Width2350 mm
Trailer - Height3010 mm; 2210 mm roof folded
Trailer - Height3200 mm
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailManufacturer dimensions: hitch to prop 8000 mm; trailer width 2350 mm; height 3200 mm
Warranty Info
Warranty5 year hull structural; 2 year other parts
Warranty5 year hull structural; 2 year other parts
Options / Other
OptionsManufacturer options: larger single livebait tube; anchor winch and rope/chain kit; bow-mount electric-motor bracket; Bar Flap ballast flap; clip-on rod racks; baitstation with drawers; removable ski pole; FishMat flooring; alloy trailer and framed stone guard upgrades.
OptionsHard top-mounted LED lights; saltwater deck wash; electric anchor winch