Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 vs Mainship Pilot 43 2007 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 or the Mainship Pilot 43 2007?

The Mainship Pilot 43 2007 is the longer of the two at 47,0 feet overall. The Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 comes in at 43,0 feet, making it roughly 4,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 or the Mainship Pilot 43 2007?

For trailering, the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 has the edge at 4 lbs dry weight versus 38 lbs for the Mainship Pilot 43 2007. 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: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 has a documented max rating of 440 hp. Engine specifications for the Mainship Pilot 43 2007 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Mainship Pilot 43 2007 is certified for 14. 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: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 and Mainship Pilot 43 2007 share an 15 ft. 6 in. (4.72 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 and Mainship Pilot 43 2007?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 777 gallons and 777 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 and Mainship Pilot 43 2007 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 and the Mainship Pilot 43 2007 are built by Mainship. 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

Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 vs Mainship Pilot 43 2007

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Mainship 45 Trawler 2010

2010

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Mainship Pilot 43 2007

2007

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Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 vs Mainship Pilot 43 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 vs Mainship Pilot 43 2007 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 Mainship Pilot 43 2007 measures 47,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 at 43,0 feet (2010). At 4 lbs and 38 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 Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 carries a rated maximum of 440 hp. Engine data for the Mainship Pilot 43 2007 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 777 gal and 777 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Mainship Pilot 43 2007 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 caps at 13. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Mainship Pilot 43 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Mainship Pilot 43 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 47,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 13 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeMainship

Model45 Trawler

ModelPilot? 43

Model Year201

Model Year2007

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam15 ft. 6 in. (4.72 m)

Beam - Meters4.72

Beam - Inches186

Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 8 in. (1.12 m)

Draft [max] - Meters1.12

Draft [max] - Inches44

Weight - Detail40,000 lbs. (18,160 kg)

Weight - Detail38,000 lbs. (17,252 kg)

Weight - kg18143.68

Weight - kg17236.5

Weight - lbs.4

Weight - lbs.38

Height - DetailClearance (Air Draft): 18 ft. 8 in. (5.69 m)

Height - Detailnot available

Height - Meters5.69

Height - Metersnot available

Height - Inches224

Height - Inchesnot available

Length - Feet43

Length - Feet47

Length [over all with swim platform]47 ft. 9 in. (14.55 m) with pulpit

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length overall - Detail43 ft. 0 in. (13.11 m)

Length overall - Detail47 ft. 9 in. (14.55 m)

Length overall - Meters13.11

Length overall - Meters14.55

Length overall - Inches516

Length overall - Inches573

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - DetailAir Draft: 10 ft. 7 in. (3.23 m)

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters3.23

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches127

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters14.55

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches9

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeSemi Displacement

Hull typenot available

Engine and Drivetrain

Max no of engines2

Max no of enginesnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail777 gal. (2,941 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters2941.26

Fuel tank capacity - Gal777

Fuel typeElectric

Fuel typeDiesel

Drive typeInboard - Twin

Engine maxTwin: 440 hp each (328 kW each)

Engine maxTwin diesels, 440-540 hp (each)

Operational Info

HeadQuiet Flush®

Headnot available

Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)

Headroom6 ft. 4 in. (1.91 m)

Sleeping capacity4 - 6

Sleeping capacity4-6

Water capacity200 gal. (757 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters211.98

Holding tank capacity - Gal56

Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 vs Mainship Pilot 43 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 or the Mainship Pilot 43 2007?

The Mainship Pilot 43 2007 is the longer of the two at 47,0 feet overall. The Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 comes in at 43,0 feet, making it roughly 4,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 or the Mainship Pilot 43 2007?

For trailering, the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 has the edge at 4 lbs dry weight versus 38 lbs for the Mainship Pilot 43 2007. 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 has a documented max rating of 440 hp. Engine specifications for the Mainship Pilot 43 2007 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Mainship Pilot 43 2007 is certified for 14. 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.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 and Mainship Pilot 43 2007 share an 15 ft. 6 in. (4.72 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 and Mainship Pilot 43 2007?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 777 gallons and 777 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 and Mainship Pilot 43 2007 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Mainship 45 Trawler 2010 and the Mainship Pilot 43 2007 are built by Mainship. 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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