Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Lowe RV190 Bay 2010 vs Lowe Sea Nymph 1462 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Lowe RV190 Bay 2010 vs Lowe Sea Nymph 1462 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Lowe RV190 Bay 2010 measures 18,4 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 5,4 additional feet of deck space compared to the Lowe Sea Nymph 1462 2006 at 13,0 feet (2006). At 88 lbs and 18 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 115 hp, the Lowe RV190 Bay 2010 has a 90-hp advantage over the Lowe Sea Nymph 1462 2006's 25-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 4 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 Lowe RV190 Bay 2010 at 18,4 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Lowe Sea Nymph 1462 2006 at 13,0 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
ModelRV190 Bay
ModelSea Nymph 1462
Model Year201
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam85.5 in. (2.17 m)
Beam62 in. (1.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Meters1.57
Beam - Inches85.5
Beam - Inches62
Depth - Detail19.5 in. (0.50 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches19.5
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail880 lbs. (399 kg)
Weight - Detail180 lbs. (81 kg)
Weight - kg399.16
Weight - kg81.65
Weight - lbs.88
Weight - lbs.18
Width [transom] - DetailBottom Width: 60 in. (1.52 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Height [transom]15 in. (.38 m)
Length - Feet18.42
Length - Feet13
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in. (5.61 m)
Length overall - Detail13 ft. 8 in. (4.17 m)
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Meters4.17
Length overall - Inches221
Length overall - Inches164
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail30 in. (.76 m)
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.76
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches3
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters4.17
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches8
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull thickness0.100 in. (2.5 mm)
Hull thickness.050 in. (.127 cm)
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine max115 hp (86 kW)
Engine max25 hp (19 kW)
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,290 lbs. (585 kg)
Maximum capacity915 lbs. (415 kg)
Maximum people4 / 650 lbs. (295 kg)
Maximum people4
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailPainted trailer with swing tongue
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Length over allTBD
Trailer - Length over allnot available