Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 vs Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 or the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012?

The Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 is the longer of the two at 21,3 feet overall. The Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 comes in at 19,0 feet, making it roughly 2,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 or the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012?

For trailering, the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 has the edge at 272 lbs dry weight versus 2 875 lbs for the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011. 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 2180 CC 2012 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 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 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 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 2011 and Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 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 2011 or the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012?

The Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 has the bigger tank at 95 gallons, versus 52 gallons on the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011. That 43-gallon difference translates to roughly 129–215 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 and Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 and the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 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 2011 vs Sailfish 2180 CC 2012

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Sailfish 1900 BB 2011

2011

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Sailfish 2180 CC 2012

2012

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 vs Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 against a deep vee Sailfish 2180 CC 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 — Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 at 19,0 ft versus Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 at 21,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 tips the scales at 2 875 lbs — 2 603 lbs more than the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 at 272 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 250 hp, the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 has a 100-hp advantage over the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011'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 2180 CC 2012 carries 95 gallons versus 52 gallons in the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011. 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 2180 CC 2012 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 21,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 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

Model2180 CC

Model Year2011

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise18℃

Deadrise22 - 24° (multi angle)

Draft [max] - Detail12.5 in. (31.8 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail18 in. (45.72 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.33

Draft [max] - Meters0.46

Draft [max] - Inches12.5

Draft [max] - Inches18

Weight - Detail1,950 lbs. (884.5 kg) (dry, hull only) 2,875 lbs. (1,304.1 kg) (wet)

Weight - DetailHull Only: 2,720 lbs. (1,233.77 kg)

Weight - kg1304.08

Weight - kg1233.77

Weight - lbs.2875

Weight - lbs.272

Length - Feet19

Length - Feet21.25

Length overall - Detail19 ft. 0 in. (5.8 m)

Length overall - DetailHull Only: 21 ft. 3 in. (6.48 m) Rigged: 23 ft. 3 in. (7.09 m)

Length overall - Meters5.79

Length overall - Meters7.09

Length overall - Inches228

Length overall - Inches279

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 4 in. (2.54 m) with T-top

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.54

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches1

Depth - Detailnot available

Depth - DetailCockpit Rear: 26 in. (66.04 cm) Cockpit Front: 32 in. (81.28 cm)

Depth - Centimetersnot available

Depth - Centimeters81.28

Depth - Inchesnot available

Depth - Inches32

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine makeYamaha

Engine modelF115TXR, 4-stroke

Engine modelnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal. (196 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail95 gal. (360 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84

Fuel tank capacity - Liters359.61

Fuel tank capacity - Gal52

Fuel tank capacity - Gal95

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Engine max150 hp (111.9 kW) (single)

Engine max250 hp (186.42 kW)

BatteryCapacity: 4

Batterynot available

Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 vs Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 or the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012?

The Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 is the longer of the two at 21,3 feet overall. The Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 comes in at 19,0 feet, making it roughly 2,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 or the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012?

For trailering, the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 has the edge at 272 lbs dry weight versus 2 875 lbs for the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011. 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 2180 CC 2012 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 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 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 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 2011 and Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 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 2011 or the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012?

The Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 has the bigger tank at 95 gallons, versus 52 gallons on the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011. That 43-gallon difference translates to roughly 129–215 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 and Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sailfish 1900 BB 2011 and the Sailfish 2180 CC 2012 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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