Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Caddo Deckliner 183 OB Vee Hull 2010 vs Caddo Rolled Gunnel 218 OB Tunnel Hull 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Caddo Deckliner 183 OB Vee Hull 2010 against a tunnel Caddo Rolled Gunnel 218 OB Tunnel Hull 2010 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 150 hp for the Caddo Deckliner 183 OB Vee Hull 2010 and 150 hp for the Caddo Rolled Gunnel 218 OB Tunnel Hull 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. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 46 gal and 47 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 Caddo Rolled Gunnel 218 OB Tunnel Hull 2010 at 21,7 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Caddo Deckliner 183 OB Vee Hull 2010 at 18,3 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
ModelDeckliner 183 OB Vee Hull
ModelRolled Gunnel 218 OB Tunnel Hull
Model Year201
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail1,700 lbs. 3,200 lbs. tow weight
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg1451.49
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.32
Weight - lbs.not available
Height [transom]25 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet18.33
Length - Feet21.67
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 4 in
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Meters5.59
Length overall - Meters6.6
Length overall - Inches22
Length overall - Inches26
Body / Hull
Hull materialComposite
Hull materialComposite
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeTunnel
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail47 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13
Fuel tank capacity - Liters177.91
Fuel tank capacity - Gal46
Fuel tank capacity - Gal47
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepower115 - 15
Horsepowernot available
Engine max150 hp
Engine max150 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people7 or 1,694 lbs
Maximum people7 or 1,019 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailBlack single axle with 14 in. steel belted radial tires, chrome wheels and chrome lug nuts
Trailer - DetailAluminum tandem axle trailer
Trailer - Height72 in
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 5 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Width97 in
Trailer - Widthnot available