Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 boat specs
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Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012
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Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 boat specs
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Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 vs Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 against a modified vee Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 at 20,9 ft versus Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 at 22,9 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 tips the scales at 3 772 lbs — 3 741 lbs more than the Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 at 31 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 300 hp, the Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 has a 50-hp advantage over the Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012's 250-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 carries 105 gallons versus 77 gallons in the Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 6 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 Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 and its 300-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 with its 250-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakeHydra-Sports
MakeHydra-Sports
Model2100 WA
Model23 Bay Bolt
Model Year2012
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam8 ft. 10 in. (2.7 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.69
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches106
Deadrise20°
Deadrise14°
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (0.43 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detail10 in. (0.25 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] meters0.25
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [drive up] inches1
Weight - Detail3,772 lbs. (1,711 kg)
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs. (1,406 kg)
Weight - kg1710.95
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - lbs.3772
Weight - lbs.31
Length - Feet20.92
Length - Feet22.92
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 11 in. (6.38 m)
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 11 in. (7 m)
Length overall - Meters6.38
Length overall - Meters6.99
Length overall - Inches251
Length overall - Inches275
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail105 gal. (397.5 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail77 gal. (291 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters397.47
Fuel tank capacity - Liters291.48
Fuel tank capacity - Gal105
Fuel tank capacity - Gal77
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max250 hp (186.4 kW)
Engine max300 hp (223.8 kW)
Operational Info
Water capacityFreshwater: 8 gal. (30.28 l)
Water capacityFreshwater: 8 gal. (30.28 l)
Storagenot available
StorageLivewell: 15 gal. (56.78 l)

Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 vs Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 or the Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012?
The Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 is the longer of the two at 22,9 feet overall. The Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 comes in at 20,9 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 or the Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012?
For trailering, the Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 has the edge at 31 lbs dry weight versus 3 772 lbs for the Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012. 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 is rated to a maximum of 300 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 tops out at 250 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 is certified for 6. 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 Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 measures 106" wide, compared to 102" for the Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012. 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 Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 or the Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012?
The Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 has the bigger tank at 105 gallons, versus 77 gallons on the Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012. That 28-gallon difference translates to roughly 84–140 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 and Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Hydra-Sports 2100 WA 2012 and the Hydra-Sports 23 Bay Bolt 2012 are built by Hydra-Sports. 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.