Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 vs Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 or the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013?

The Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 is the longer of the two at 21,0 feet overall. The Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 comes in at 19,0 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 or the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013?

For trailering, the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 has the edge at 195 lbs dry weight versus 225 lbs for the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013. 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: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 is rated to a maximum of 200 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 tops out at 150 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.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 is certified for 7. 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 Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 and Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 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: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 or the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013?

The Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 has the bigger tank at 63 gallons, versus 52 gallons on the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008. That 11-gallon difference translates to roughly 33–55 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 and Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 and the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 are built by Sailfish. 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

Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 vs Sailfish 2100 BB 2013

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Sailfish 1900 BB 2008

2008

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Sailfish 2100 BB 2013

2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 vs Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 against a deep vee Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 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 — Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 at 19,0 ft versus Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 at 21,0 ft. At 195 lbs and 225 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 Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 has a 50-hp advantage over the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008's 150-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 carries 63 gallons versus 52 gallons in the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 21,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeSailfish

Model1900 BB

Model2100 BB

Model Year2008

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise18℃

Deadrise18°

Draft [max] - Detail12.5 in. (31.75 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail13 in. (33.02 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.33

Draft [max] - Inches12.5

Draft [max] - Inches13

Weight - Detail1,950 lbs. (884.51 kg)

Weight - DetailHull Only: 2,250 lbs. (1,020.58 kg)

Weight - kg884.5

Weight - kg1020.58

Weight - lbs.195

Weight - lbs.225

Length - Meters5.79

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet19

Length - Feet21

Length [over all with swim platform]Rigged: 21 ft. (6.4 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length overall - Detail19 ft. (5.79 m)

Length overall - DetailHull Only: 21 ft. (6.4 m) Rigged: 23 ft. (7.01 m)

Length overall - Meters5.79

Length overall - Meters7.01

Length overall - Inches228

Length overall - Inches276

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 5 in. (1.65 m)

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters1.65

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches65

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardYamaha 150TXR 2-stroke

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal. (197 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail63 gal. (238 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84

Fuel tank capacity - Liters238.48

Fuel tank capacity - Gal52

Fuel tank capacity - Gal63

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Horsepower150 hp (112 kW)

Horsepowernot available

Engine maxYamaha F150TXR 4-stroke

Engine max200 hp (149.14 kW)

BatteryCapacity: 4

Batterynot available

Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 vs Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 or the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013?

The Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 is the longer of the two at 21,0 feet overall. The Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 comes in at 19,0 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 Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 or the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013?

For trailering, the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 has the edge at 195 lbs dry weight versus 225 lbs for the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013. 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 Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 is rated to a maximum of 200 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 tops out at 150 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 Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 is certified for 7. 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 Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 and Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 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.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 or the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013?

The Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 has the bigger tank at 63 gallons, versus 52 gallons on the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008. That 11-gallon difference translates to roughly 33–55 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 and Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sailfish 1900 BB 2008 and the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 are built by Sailfish. 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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