Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Beachcomber 20 Fish 2008 vs Beachcomber 20 Super Fish 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Beachcomber 20 Fish 2008 vs Beachcomber 20 Super Fish 2006 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 90 hp for the Beachcomber 20 Fish 2008 and 90 hp for the Beachcomber 20 Super Fish 2006. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Beachcomber 20 Fish 2008 carries 25 gallons versus 18 gallons in the Beachcomber 20 Super Fish 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 1 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: The Beachcomber 20 Fish 2008 at 21,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Beachcomber 20 Super Fish 2006 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeBeachcomber
MakeBeachcomber
Model20 Fish
Model20 Super Fish
Model Year2008
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches96
Weight - Detail1,500 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg680.39
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.15
Weight - lbs.not available
Length [at waterline]Pontoon Length: 20 ft. 8 in
Length [at waterline]not available
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet2
Length - Inches8
Length - Inches8
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Meters6.6
Length overall - Meters6.3
Length overall - Inches26
Length overall - Inches248
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull typePontoon
Hull typenot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in
Tube diameter23 in
Tube gauge0.080 in. 5052 alloy
Tube gauge0.080 in
Number of tubes2
Number of tubesnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail25 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail18 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters94.64
Fuel tank capacity - Liters68.14
Fuel tank capacity - Gal25
Fuel tank capacity - Gal18
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine max90 hp
Engine max90 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard50 hp Yamaha 2-stroke with aluminum prop
Operational Info
Maximum people1
Maximum people1
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailSportsman galvanized trailer