Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bryant 190 2006 vs Bryant 233 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bryant 190 2006 vs Bryant 233 2010 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Bryant 233 2010 measures 23,3 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 5,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Bryant 190 2006 at 18,0 feet (2006). At 276 lbs and 353 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 4 hp for the Bryant 190 2006 and 6 hp for the Bryant 233 2010. 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 Bryant 233 2010 carries 42 gallons versus 31 gallons in the Bryant 190 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Bryant 190 2006 is rated for up to 5 people. Passenger data for the Bryant 233 2010 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Bryant 233 2010 at 23,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Bryant 190 2006 at 18,0 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
Model Year2006
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam96 in. (8 ft. 0 in.)
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise17℃
Deadrise19℃ at transom
Draft [drive up] - Detail13 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.33
Draft [drive up] meters0.46
Draft [drive up] inches13
Draft [drive up] inches18
Draft [max] - Detail27 in
Draft [max] - Detail32 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.69
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Inches27
Draft [max] - Inches32
Weight - Detail2,760 lbs
Weight - Detail3,530 lbs
Weight - kg1251.91
Weight - kg1601.18
Weight - lbs.276
Weight - lbs.353
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet23.25
Length - Inches11
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 3 in
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 11 in
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.77
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches227
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailWith Trailer: 7 ft. 2 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters2.18
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches86
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard3.0 l
Engine/s standard4.3 l
Fuel tank capacity - Detail31 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters117.35
Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99
Fuel tank capacity - Gal31
Fuel tank capacity - Gal42
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max4.3 l
Engine max6.2 l
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Trailer Info
Trailer - Height79 in. (6 ft. 7 in.)
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailShoreland'r; tandem axle, brakes on 1 axle
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee