Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 vs Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 or the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009?

The Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 5,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 or the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009?

For trailering, the Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 has the edge at 415 lbs dry weight versus 505 lbs for the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009. 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 2860 CC 2009 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 2360 WAC 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 2360 WAC 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 is certified for 8. 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 2360 WAC 2008 and Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 share an 9 ft. (2.74 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 2360 WAC 2008 or the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009?

The Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 has the bigger tank at 153 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009. That 129-gallon difference translates to roughly 387–645 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 and Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 and the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 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 2360 WAC 2008 vs Sailfish 2860 CC 2009

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Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008

2008

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Sailfish 2860 CC 2009

2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 vs Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 against a modified vee Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 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 2860 CC 2009 measures 28,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 at 23,0 feet (2008). At 415 lbs and 505 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 250 hp, the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 has a 100-hp advantage over the Sailfish 2360 WAC 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 2360 WAC 2008 carries 153 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009. 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 2860 CC 2009 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 28,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeSailfish

Model2360 WAC

Model2860 CC

Model Year2008

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam9 ft. (2.74 m)

Beam - Meters2.74

Beam - Inches108

Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 9 in. (2.67 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters2.67

Bridge clearance - Meters2.69

Bridge clearance - Inches105

Bridge clearance - Inches106

Deadrise22-24℃

Depth - DetailRear: 30 in. (76.20 cm)

Depth - DetailFront: 40 in. (101.6 cm) Rear: 30 in. (76.2 cm)

Depth - Centimeters76.2

Depth - Centimeters101.6

Depth - Inches3

Depth - Inches4

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

Draft [max] - Detail21 in. (53.34 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.46

Draft [max] - Meters0.53

Draft [max] - Inches18

Draft [max] - Inches21

Weight - Detail4,150 lbs. (1,882.41 kg) (hull only)

Weight - Detail5,050 lbs. (2,290.64 kg)

Weight - kg1882.41

Weight - kg2290.64

Weight - lbs.415

Weight - lbs.505

Length - Meters7.16

Length - Meters8.69

Length - Feet23

Length - Feet28

Length - Inches6

Length [over all with swim platform]Rigged: 25 ft. 6 in. (7.77 in)

Length [over all with swim platform]Rigged: 30 ft. 6 in. (9.3 m)

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 6 in. (7.16 m)

Length overall - Detail28 ft. 6 in. (8.69 m)

Length overall - Meters7.16

Length overall - Meters8.69

Length overall - Inches282

Length overall - Inches342

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardYamaha F250TUR 4-stroke

Engine/s standardTwin Yamaha F200TXR 4-stroke

Fuel tank capacity - Detail153 gal. (579 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail240 gal. (908 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters579.17

Fuel tank capacity - Liters908.5

Fuel tank capacity - Gal153

Fuel tank capacity - Gal24

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typeOutboard - Twin

HorsepowerSingle: 250 hp (186.42 kW) Twin: 300 hp (223.71 kW)

Horsepower500 hp (372.85 kW)

Engine maxTwin F150TXR 4-stroke

Engine maxTwin Yamaha F250TXR 4-stroke

BatteryCapacity: 3

Operational Info

Water capacityFresh: 14 gal (53 l)

Water capacityFresh: 14 gal. (53 l)

Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 vs Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 or the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009?

The Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 5,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 or the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009?

For trailering, the Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 has the edge at 415 lbs dry weight versus 505 lbs for the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009. 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 2860 CC 2009 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 2360 WAC 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 2360 WAC 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 is certified for 8. 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 2360 WAC 2008 and Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 share an 9 ft. (2.74 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 2360 WAC 2008 or the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009?

The Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 has the bigger tank at 153 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009. That 129-gallon difference translates to roughly 387–645 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 and Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sailfish 2360 WAC 2008 and the Sailfish 2860 CC 2009 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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