Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Hurricane Boats FunDeck 226 FF O/B 2005 vs Hurricane Boats SS 194 OB 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Hurricane Boats FunDeck 226 FF O/B 2005 vs Hurricane Boats SS 194 OB 2010 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Hurricane Boats FunDeck 226 FF O/B 2005 measures 22,0 feet overall (2005), giving it roughly 3,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Hurricane Boats SS 194 OB 2010 at 18,8 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Hurricane Boats SS 194 OB 2010 tips the scales at 3 325 lbs — 3 302 lbs less than the Hurricane Boats FunDeck 226 FF O/B 2005 at 23 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 200 hp for the Hurricane Boats FunDeck 226 FF O/B 2005 and 200 hp for the Hurricane Boats SS 194 OB 2010. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Hurricane Boats SS 194 OB 2010 carries 45 gallons versus 29 gallons in the Hurricane Boats FunDeck 226 FF O/B 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 1 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: The Hurricane Boats FunDeck 226 FF O/B 2005 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Hurricane Boats SS 194 OB 2010 at 18,8 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
MakeHurricane Boats
MakeHurricane Boats
ModelFunDeck 226 FF O/B
ModelSS 194 OB
Model Year2005
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam90.5 in
Beam101 in. (2.57 m)
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Inches90.5
Beam - Inches101
Draft [max] - Detail10 in
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.25
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches1
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail2,300 lbs
Weight - Detail2,260 lbs. (1,026 kg) Wet: 3,325 lbs. (1,510 kg)
Weight - kg1043.26
Weight - kg1508.19
Weight - lbs.23
Weight - lbs.3325
Height - DetailBridge Clearance: 54 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters1.37
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches54
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet18.83
Length - Inches2
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 2in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 10 in. (5.7 m)
Length overall - Meters6.76
Length overall - Meters5.74
Length overall - Inches266
Length overall - Inches226
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail13 in. (0.33 m)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.33
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches13
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail29 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal. (171 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters109.78
Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal29
Fuel tank capacity - Gal45
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max200 hp
Engine max200 hp (149.14 kW)
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,745 lbs
Maximum capacity1,580 lbs. (716 kg)
Maximum people1
Maximum people1
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee