Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Fish-Rite River Barge 18 ft. 2007 vs Fish-Rite Sea Storm Series 2009 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Fish-Rite River Barge 18 ft. 2007 and the Fish-Rite Sea Storm Series 2009 are modified vee designs with aluminum construction — 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 Fish-Rite River Barge 18 ft. 2007 carries a rated maximum of 150 hp. Engine data for the Fish-Rite Sea Storm Series 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
The Fish-Rite River Barge 18 ft. 2007 is rated for up to 5 people. Passenger data for the Fish-Rite Sea Storm Series 2009 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Fish-Rite Sea Storm Series 2009 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Fish-Rite River Barge 18 ft. 2007 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
MakeFish-Rite
MakeFish-Rite
ModelRiver Barge 18 ft
ModelSea Storm Series
Model Year2007
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail850 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg385.55
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.85
Weight - lbs.not available
Height - Detail27 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.69
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches27
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessBottom: 0.25 in. / 7.5 ft
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Engine max150 hp
Engine maxnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 / 150 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal15
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,300 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available