Four Winns H180 SS 2013 vs Four Winns S265RS 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 or the Four Winns S265RS 2013?

The Four Winns S265RS 2013 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Four Winns H180 SS 2013 comes in at 18,0 feet, making it roughly 8,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 or the Four Winns S265RS 2013?

For trailering, the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 has the edge at 24 lbs dry weight versus 54 lbs for the Four Winns S265RS 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: How many people can each boat hold?

The Four Winns H180 SS 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Four Winns S265RS 2013 is certified for 11. 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 S265RS 2013 measures 101" wide, compared to 91" for the Four Winns H180 SS 2013. 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 SS 2013 or the Four Winns S265RS 2013?

The Four Winns H180 SS 2013 has the bigger tank at 24 gallons, versus 7 gallons on the Four Winns S265RS 2013. That 17-gallon difference translates to roughly 51–85 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 and Four Winns S265RS 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 and the Four Winns S265RS 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 2013 vs Four Winns S265RS 2013

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Four Winns H180 SS 2013

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Four Winns S265RS 2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Four Winns H180 SS 2013 vs Four Winns S265RS 2013 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 and the Four Winns S265RS 2013 are deep vee designs with fiberglass 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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Four Winns S265RS 2013 measures 26,0 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 8,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 at 18,0 feet (2013). At 24 lbs and 54 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Four Winns S265RS 2013 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Four Winns S265RS 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Four Winns S265RS 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 11 passengers and at 26,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Four Winns H180 SS 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeFour Winns

ModelH180 SS

ModelS265RS

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam7 ft. 7 in. (2.31 m)

Beam8 ft. 5 in. (2.55 m)

Beam - Meters2.31

Beam - Meters2.57

Beam - Inches91

Beam - Inches101

Bridge clearance - Detail3 ft. 9 in. (1.12 m) With Arch: 6 ft. 6 in. (1.57 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail4 ft. 11 in. (1.58 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.98

Bridge clearance - Meters1.5

Bridge clearance - Inches78

Bridge clearance - Inches59

Deadrise19℃

Deadrise20℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail14 in. (36 cm)

Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in. (46 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.36

Draft [drive up] meters0.46

Draft [drive up] inches14

Draft [drive up] inches18

Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (79 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.79

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Inches31

Draft [max] - Inches35

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

Weight - Detail5,100 - 5,400 lbs. (2,130 - 2,450 kg) with engine

Weight - kg1088.62

Weight - kg2449.4

Weight - lbs.24

Weight - lbs.54

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

Height - Detail6 ft. 5 in. (1.96 m)

Height - Meters1.37

Height - Meters1.96

Height - Inches54

Height - Inches77

Length - Feet18

Length - Feet26

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

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length overall - Detail18 ft. (5.49 m)

Length overall - Detail26 ft. (7.93 m)

Length overall - Meters5.49

Length overall - Meters7.92

Length overall - Inches216

Length overall - Inches312

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine makeMerCruiser or Volvo

Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail70 gal. (265 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85

Fuel tank capacity - Liters264.98

Fuel tank capacity - Gal24

Fuel tank capacity - Gal7

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,200 lbs. (544 kg)

Maximum capacity2,100 lbs. (952 kg)

Maximum people8

Maximum people11

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailColor-matched, single axle with disc brakes

Trailer - DetailColor-matched, tandem axle with tandem disc brakes

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

Trailer - Height8 ft. 5 in. (2.55 m)

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

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Weight900 lbs. (408 kg)

Trailer - Weight1,610 lbs. (730 kg)

Four Winns H180 SS 2013 vs Four Winns S265RS 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 or the Four Winns S265RS 2013?

The Four Winns S265RS 2013 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Four Winns H180 SS 2013 comes in at 18,0 feet, making it roughly 8,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 or the Four Winns S265RS 2013?

For trailering, the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 has the edge at 24 lbs dry weight versus 54 lbs for the Four Winns S265RS 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.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Four Winns H180 SS 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Four Winns S265RS 2013 is certified for 11. 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 S265RS 2013 measures 101" wide, compared to 91" for the Four Winns H180 SS 2013. 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 SS 2013 or the Four Winns S265RS 2013?

The Four Winns H180 SS 2013 has the bigger tank at 24 gallons, versus 7 gallons on the Four Winns S265RS 2013. That 17-gallon difference translates to roughly 51–85 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 and Four Winns S265RS 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Four Winns H180 SS 2013 and the Four Winns S265RS 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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