Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 vs Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 or the Sailfish 218 WAC 2011?

The Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 is the longer of the two at 21,3 feet overall. The Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 comes in at 21,0 feet, making it roughly 0,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 or the Sailfish 218 WAC 2011?

For trailering, the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 has the edge at 225 lbs dry weight versus 495 lbs for the Sailfish 218 WAC 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 218 WAC 2011 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 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.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 is certified for 6. 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 2100 BB 2013 and Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 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 2100 BB 2013 or the Sailfish 218 WAC 2011?

The Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 has the bigger tank at 95 gallons, versus 63 gallons on the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013. That 32-gallon difference translates to roughly 96–160 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 and Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 and the Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 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 2100 BB 2013 vs Sailfish 218 WAC 2011

Sailfish

Sailfish 2100 BB 2013

2013

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Sailfish 218 WAC 2011

2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 vs Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 against a modified vee Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 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 2100 BB 2013 at 21,0 ft versus Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 at 21,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 tips the scales at 495 lbs — 270 lbs less than the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 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 250 hp, the Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 has a 50-hp advantage over the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013'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 218 WAC 2011 carries 95 gallons versus 63 gallons in the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013. 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 218 WAC 2011 caps at 6. 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 218 WAC 2011 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

Model2100 BB

Model218 WAC

Model Year2013

Model Year2011

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

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

Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 4 in. (2.5 m) (with hard top)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.65

Bridge clearance - Meters2.54

Bridge clearance - Inches65

Bridge clearance - Inches1

Deadrise18°

Deadrise22 - 24℃ (multi-angle)

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

Draft [max] - Detail18 in. (45.7 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.33

Draft [max] - Meters0.46

Draft [max] - Inches13

Draft [max] - Inches18

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

Weight - Detail3,500 lbs. (1,587.6 kg) (dry, hull only) 4,950 lbs. (2,245.3 kg) (wet)

Weight - kg1020.58

Weight - kg2245.28

Weight - lbs.225

Weight - lbs.495

Length - Feet21

Length - Feet21.25

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

Length overall - Detail21 ft. 3 in. (6.5 m)

Length overall - Meters7.01

Length overall - Meters6.48

Length overall - Inches276

Length overall - Inches255

Depth - Detailnot available

Depth - DetailRear: 26 in. (66 cm)

Depth - Centimetersnot available

Depth - Centimeters66.04

Depth - Inchesnot available

Depth - Inches26

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail63 gal. (238 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail95 gal. (360 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters238.48

Fuel tank capacity - Liters359.61

Fuel tank capacity - Gal63

Fuel tank capacity - Gal95

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Engine max200 hp (149.14 kW)

Engine max250 hp (186.4 kW) (single)

Engine makenot available

Engine makeYamaha

Engine modelnot available

Engine modelF150TXR, 4-stroke

Batterynot available

BatteryCapacity: 2

Operational Info

Water capacitynot available

Water capacityFresh: 6.5 gal. (24.6 l)

Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 vs Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 or the Sailfish 218 WAC 2011?

The Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 is the longer of the two at 21,3 feet overall. The Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 comes in at 21,0 feet, making it roughly 0,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 or the Sailfish 218 WAC 2011?

For trailering, the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 has the edge at 225 lbs dry weight versus 495 lbs for the Sailfish 218 WAC 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 218 WAC 2011 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 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 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 is certified for 6. 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 2100 BB 2013 and Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 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 2100 BB 2013 or the Sailfish 218 WAC 2011?

The Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 has the bigger tank at 95 gallons, versus 63 gallons on the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013. That 32-gallon difference translates to roughly 96–160 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 and Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sailfish 2100 BB 2013 and the Sailfish 218 WAC 2011 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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