Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
G3 Boats 1966 SC 2010 vs G3 Boats V185C 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The G3 Boats 1966 SC 2010 vs G3 Boats V185C 2006 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — G3 Boats 1966 SC 2010 at 19,0 ft versus G3 Boats V185C 2006 at 18,0 ft. At 106 lbs and 154 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 200 hp, the G3 Boats V185C 2006 has a 85-hp advantage over the G3 Boats 1966 SC 2010's 115-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the G3 Boats V185C 2006 carries 35 gallons versus 2 gallons in the G3 Boats 1966 SC 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the G3 Boats V185C 2006 and its 200-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the G3 Boats 1966 SC 2010 with its 115-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model Year201
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Inches91
Beam - Inches94
Deadrise6℃
Deadrise13℃
Depth - Detail28 in
Depth - Detail42 in
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Centimeters106.68
Depth - Inches28
Depth - Inches42
Weight - Detail1,060 lbs
Weight - Detail1,540 lbs
Weight - kg480.81
Weight - kg698.53
Weight - lbs.106
Weight - lbs.154
Width [transom] - Detail66 in
Width [transom] - Detail82 in
Height [transom]20 in
Height [transom]25 in
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Inches228
Length overall - Inches221
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull thickness.100 + .100 gauge double hull
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardYamaha
Engine/s standardYamaha
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max115 hp
Engine max200 hp
Operational Info
StorageLivewell: 14 x 34 in., 31 gal
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity1,755 lbs
Maximum capacity1,800 lbs
Maximum people8
Maximum people8
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailTrail Guard?
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 10 in. Deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 6 in
Trailer - Weight2,170 lbs
Trailer - Weight2,760 lbs
Trailer - Width92 in
Trailer - Width102 in