Four Winns H180 OB 2011 vs Four Winns V305 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 or the Four Winns V305 2012?

The Four Winns V305 2012 is the longer of the two at 30,4 feet overall. The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 comes in at 17,3 feet, making it roughly 13,1 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 has a documented max rating of 130 hp. Engine specifications for the Four Winns V305 2012 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Four Winns V305 2012 is certified for 1. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Four Winns V305 2012 measures 122" wide, compared to 9" for the Four Winns H180 OB 2011. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 or the Four Winns V305 2012?

The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 has the bigger tank at 24 gallons, versus 12 gallons on the Four Winns V305 2012. That 12-gallon difference translates to roughly 36–60 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 and Four Winns V305 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 and the Four Winns V305 2012 are built by Four Winns. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

Boat Comparison

Four Winns H180 OB 2011 vs Four Winns V305 2012

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Four Winns H180 OB 2011

2011

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Four Winns V305 2012

2012

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Four Winns H180 OB 2011 vs Four Winns V305 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Four Winns H180 OB 2011 against a deep vee Four Winns V305 2012 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.

The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 carries a rated maximum of 130 hp. Engine data for the Four Winns V305 2012 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 carries 24 gallons versus 12 gallons in the Four Winns V305 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Four Winns V305 2012 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 17,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Four Winns V305 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeFour Winns

ModelH180 OB

ModelV305

Model Year2011

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam7 ft. 6 in. (2.29 m)

Beam10 ft. 2 in. (3.1 m)

Beam - Meters2.29

Beam - Meters3.1

Beam - Inches9

Beam - Inches122

Bridge clearance - Detail3 ft. 8 in. (1.12 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 9 in. (2.97 m) with arch (excludes electronics)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.12

Bridge clearance - Meters2.97

Bridge clearance - Inches44

Bridge clearance - Inches117

Deadrise21℃

Deadrise18℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in. (41 cm)

Draft [drive up] - Detail30 in. (76 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.41

Draft [drive up] meters0.76

Draft [drive up] inches16

Draft [drive up] inches3

Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (84 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (102 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Meters1.02

Draft [max] - Inches33

Draft [max] - Inches4

Height - Detail4 ft. 7 in. (1.4 m)

Height - Detail11 ft. 10 in. (3.61 m) with arch (excludes electronics)

Height - Meters1.4

Height - Meters3.61

Height - Inches55

Height - Inches142

Length - Feet17.33

Length - Feet30.42

Length overall - Detail17 ft. 4 in. (5.28 m)

Length overall - Detail30 ft. 5 in. (9.27 m)

Length overall - Meters5.28

Length overall - Meters9.27

Length overall - Inches208

Length overall - Inches365

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail10,300 - 10,800 lbs. (4,670 - 4,900 kg) with engine

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg4898.79

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.108

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine makeEvinrude

Engine makeMerCruiser or Volvo

Engine model90 E-TEC

Engine modelnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail120 gal. (454 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85

Fuel tank capacity - Liters454.25

Fuel tank capacity - Gal24

Fuel tank capacity - Gal12

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typeI/O - Twin

Horsepower90 hp

Horsepowernot available

Engine max130 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people7

Maximum people1

Headroomnot available

Headroom6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m)

Water capacitynot available

Water capacityPotable: 36 gal. (136 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters105.99

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal28

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailSure-Load? custom-matched, single axle with disc brakes

Trailer - Detailnot available

Trailer - Height6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m) wakeboard tower down 9 ft. 3 in. (2.82 m) wakeboard tower up

Trailer - Heightnot available

Trailer - Length over all19 ft. 4 in. (5.89 m)

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Four Winns H180 OB 2011 vs Four Winns V305 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 or the Four Winns V305 2012?

The Four Winns V305 2012 is the longer of the two at 30,4 feet overall. The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 comes in at 17,3 feet, making it roughly 13,1 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 has a documented max rating of 130 hp. Engine specifications for the Four Winns V305 2012 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Four Winns V305 2012 is certified for 1. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Four Winns V305 2012 measures 122" wide, compared to 9" for the Four Winns H180 OB 2011. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 or the Four Winns V305 2012?

The Four Winns H180 OB 2011 has the bigger tank at 24 gallons, versus 12 gallons on the Four Winns V305 2012. That 12-gallon difference translates to roughly 36–60 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 and Four Winns V305 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns H180 OB 2011 and the Four Winns V305 2012 are built by Four Winns. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

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