Four Winns H180 SS 2011 vs Four Winns H180RS 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 or the Four Winns H180RS 2013?

The Four Winns H180RS 2013 is the longer of the two at 18,0 feet overall. The Four Winns H180 SS 2011 comes in at 17,4 feet, making it roughly 0,6 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer - the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 or the Four Winns H180RS 2013?

For trailering, the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 has the edge at 2 480 lbs dry weight versus 2 650 lbs for the Four Winns H180RS 2013. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

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

The Four Winns H180 SS 2011 has a documented max rating of 190 hp. Engine specifications for the Four Winns H180RS 2013 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 SS 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Four Winns H180RS 2013 is certified for 8. 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: What do the trailers weigh for the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 and Four Winns H180RS 2013?

The trailer for the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 is listed at 894 lbs. (406 kg) and the Four Winns H180RS 2013 trailer at 900 lbs. (408 kg). Always add trailer weight to the boat's dry weight when checking your tow vehicle's gross trailer weight rating.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 and Four Winns H180RS 2013 share an 7 ft. 7 in. (2.34 m) beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 and Four Winns H180RS 2013?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads - 24 gallons and 24 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 and Four Winns H180RS 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 and the Four Winns H180RS 2013 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 SS 2011 vs Four Winns H180RS 2013

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Four Winns H180 SS 2011

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Four Winns H180RS 2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Four Winns H180 SS 2011 vs Four Winns H180RS 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Four Winns H180 SS 2011 is a modified-V design and the Four Winns H180RS 2013 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Four Winns H180 SS 2011 at 17,4 ft versus Four Winns H180RS 2013 at 18,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Four Winns H180RS 2013 tips the scales at 2 650 lbs - 170 lbs less than the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 at 2 480 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The Four Winns H180 SS 2011 carries a rated maximum of 190 hp. Engine data for the Four Winns H180RS 2013 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 24 gal and 24 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Four Winns H180RS 2013 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Four Winns H180RS 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Four Winns H180RS 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 8 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Four Winns H180 SS 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeFour Winns

ModelH180 SS

ModelH180RS

Model Year2011

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam7 ft. 7 in. (2.34 m)

Beam7 ft. 7 in. (2.31 m)

Beam - Meters2.31

Beam - Inches91

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

Bridge clearance - Detail3 ft. 9 in. (1.14 m) With Arch: 6 ft. 6 in. (1.57 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.12

Bridge clearance - Meters1.98

Bridge clearance - Inches44

Bridge clearance - Inches78

Deadrise21℃

Deadrise19℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (41 cm)

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

Draft [drive up] meters0.43

Draft [drive up] meters0.41

Draft [drive up] inches17

Draft [drive up] inches16

Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86 cm)

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

Draft [max] - Meters0.86

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Inches34

Draft [max] - Inches33

Weight - Detail2,235 - 2,400 lbs. (1,010 - 1,090 kg) with engine

Weight - Detail2,500 - 2,650 lbs. (1,130 - 1,200 kg) with engine

Weight - kg1124.91

Weight - kg1202.02

Weight - lbs.2480

Weight - lbs.2650

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

Height - Detail4 ft. 6 in. (1.37 m)

Height - Meters1.4

Height - Meters1.37

Height - Inches55

Height - Inches54

Length - Feet17.42

Length - Feet18

Length [over all with swim platform]19 ft. 2 in. (5.84 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]20 ft. 10 in. (6.35 m)

Length overall - Detail17 ft. 5 in. (5.33 m)

Length overall - Detail18 ft. (5.49 m)

Length overall - Meters5.31

Length overall - Meters5.49

Length overall - Inches209

Length overall - Inches216

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine makeVolvo

Engine makenot available

Engine modelPenta 4.3 GL/SX (requires SunSport seating)

Engine modelnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85

Fuel tank capacity - Gal24

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Drive typeOutboard

Horsepower190 hp

Horsepowernot available

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)

Maximum capacity1,200 lbs. (544 kg)

Maximum people7

Maximum people8

Trailer Info

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

Trailer - DetailColor-matched, single axle with disc brakes

Trailer - Height6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m) wakeboard tower down 9 ft. 9 in. (2.98 m) wakeboard tower up

Trailer - Height7 ft. 4 in. (2.23 m) wakeboard tower down 9 ft. (2.74 m) wakeboard tower up

Trailer - Length over all20 ft. 4 in. (6.2 m)

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Weight894 lbs. (406 kg)

Trailer - Weight900 lbs. (408 kg)

Four Winns H180 SS 2011 vs Four Winns H180RS 2013 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 or the Four Winns H180RS 2013?

The Four Winns H180RS 2013 is the longer of the two at 18,0 feet overall. The Four Winns H180 SS 2011 comes in at 17,4 feet, making it roughly 0,6 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer - the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 or the Four Winns H180RS 2013?

For trailering, the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 has the edge at 2 480 lbs dry weight versus 2 650 lbs for the Four Winns H180RS 2013. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Four Winns H180 SS 2011 has a documented max rating of 190 hp. Engine specifications for the Four Winns H180RS 2013 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 SS 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Four Winns H180RS 2013 is certified for 8. 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.

What do the trailers weigh for the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 and Four Winns H180RS 2013?

The trailer for the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 is listed at 894 lbs. (406 kg) and the Four Winns H180RS 2013 trailer at 900 lbs. (408 kg). Always add trailer weight to the boat's dry weight when checking your tow vehicle's gross trailer weight rating.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 and Four Winns H180RS 2013 share an 7 ft. 7 in. (2.34 m) beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 and Four Winns H180RS 2013?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads - 24 gallons and 24 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 and Four Winns H180RS 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Four Winns H180 SS 2011 and the Four Winns H180RS 2013 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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