Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 boat specs
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Sailfish 2100 BB 2008
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Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 boat specs
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Sailfish 2880 CC 2012
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Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 vs Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 against a deep vee Sailfish 2880 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 measures 28,5 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 7,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 at 21,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 tips the scales at 505 lbs — 280 lbs less than the Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 at 225 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 600 hp, the Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 has a 400-hp advantage over the Sailfish 2100 BB 2008's 200-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 2008 carries 63 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Sailfish 2880 CC 2012. 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 2880 CC 2012 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 28,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeSailfish
MakeSailfish
Model2100 BB
Model2880 CC
Model Year2008
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam9 ft. (2.74 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.74
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches108
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise22 - 24° multi angle
Draft [max] - Detail13.5 in. (34.29 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail21 in. (53.34 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.36
Draft [max] - Meters0.53
Draft [max] - Inches13.5
Draft [max] - Inches21
Weight - Detail2,250 lbs. (1020.58 kg)
Weight - DetailHull Only: 5,050 lbs. (2,290.64 kg)
Weight - kg1020.58
Weight - kg2290.64
Weight - lbs.225
Weight - lbs.505
Length - Meters6.4
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet28.5
Length [over all with swim platform]Rigged: 23 ft. (7.01 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail21 ft. (6.4 m)
Length overall - DetailHull Only: 28 ft. 6 in. (8.69 m) Rigged: 30 ft. 6 in. (9.3 m
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Meters9.3
Length overall - Inches252
Length overall - Inches366
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m) with T-top
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.69
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches106
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - DetailCockpit Rear: 30 in. (76.2 cm) Cockpit Front: 40 in. (101.6 cm)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters101.6
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches4
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardYamaha 150TXR 2-stroke
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail63 gal. (238 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail240 gal. (909 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters238.48
Fuel tank capacity - Liters908.5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal63
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepower225 hp (168 kW)
Horsepowernot available
Engine maxYamaha F200TXR 4-stroke
Engine maxWith Twins: 600 hp (447.42 kW)
BatteryCapacity: 4
Batterynot available
Engine makenot available
Engine makeYamaha
Operational Info
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity14 gal. (53 l)

Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 vs Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 or the Sailfish 2880 CC 2012?
The Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 is the longer of the two at 28,5 feet overall. The Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 comes in at 21,0 feet, making it roughly 7,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 or the Sailfish 2880 CC 2012?
For trailering, the Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 has the edge at 225 lbs dry weight versus 505 lbs for the Sailfish 2880 CC 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 Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 is rated to a maximum of 600 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 tops out at 200 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 2100 BB 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 is certified for 9. 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 Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 measures 108" wide, compared to 102" for the Sailfish 2100 BB 2008. 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 Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 or the Sailfish 2880 CC 2012?
The Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 has the bigger tank at 63 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Sailfish 2880 CC 2012. That 39-gallon difference translates to roughly 117–195 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 and Sailfish 2880 CC 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Sailfish 2100 BB 2008 and the Sailfish 2880 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.