Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 vs Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 or the Sailfish 3180 Express 2012?

The Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 is the longer of the two at 30,5 feet overall. The Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 comes in at 3,0 feet, making it roughly 27,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 is rated to a maximum of 700 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 tops out at 600 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 30-06 Express 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 is certified for 10. 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 30-06 Express 2007 and Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 share an 10 ft. (3.05 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: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 and Sailfish 3180 Express 2012?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 3 gallons and 3 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 and Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 and the Sailfish 3180 Express 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 30-06 Express 2007 vs Sailfish 3180 Express 2012

Sailfish

Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007

2007

View full specs →

Sailfish

Sailfish 3180 Express 2012

2012

View full specs →

Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 vs Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 vs Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 700 hp, the Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 has a 100-hp advantage over the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007's 600-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 3 gal and 3 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 30,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeSailfish

Model30-06 Express

Model3180 Express

Model Year2007

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam10 ft. (3.05 m)

Beam - Meters3.05

Beam - Inches12

Bridge clearance - Detail110 in. (2.79 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 7 in

Bridge clearance - Meters2.79

Bridge clearance - Meters2.92

Bridge clearance - Inches11

Bridge clearance - Inches115

Deadrise22℃-24℃

Deadrise22 - 24° multi angle

Depth - DetailRear: 31 in. (78.74 cm)

Depth - DetailCockpit Rear: 31 in. (78.74 cm) Cockpit Front: 40 in. (101.6 cm)

Depth - Centimeters78.74

Depth - Centimeters101.6

Depth - Inches31

Depth - Inches4

Draft [max] - Detail22 in. (55.88 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.56

Draft [max] - Inches22

Length - Meters9.3

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet3

Length - Feet30.5

Length - Inches6

Length - Inchesnot available

Length [over all with swim platform]Rigged: 33 ft. 0 in. (10.06 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length overall - Detail30 ft. 6 in. (9.3 m)

Length overall - DetailHull Only: 30 ft. 6 in. (9.3 m) Rigged: 33 ft. (10.06 m)

Length overall - Meters9.3

Length overall - Meters10.06

Length overall - Inches366

Length overall - Inches396

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - DetailHull Only: 8,550 lbs. (3,878.21 kg)

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg3878.21

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.855

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardTwin F 250 TUR 4-stroke

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail300 gal. (1,136 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters1135.62

Fuel tank capacity - Gal3

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard - Twin

Drive typeOutboard

Engine max600 hp (447 kW)

Engine maxTwins: 700 hp (521.99 kW)

BatteryCapacity: 3

Batterynot available

Engine makenot available

Engine makeYamaha

Operational Info

Water capacityFresh: 21 gal. (79 l)

Water capacity21 gal. (79.49 l)

Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 vs Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 or the Sailfish 3180 Express 2012?

The Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 is the longer of the two at 30,5 feet overall. The Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 comes in at 3,0 feet, making it roughly 27,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 is rated to a maximum of 700 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 tops out at 600 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 30-06 Express 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 is certified for 10. 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 30-06 Express 2007 and Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 share an 10 ft. (3.05 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.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 and Sailfish 3180 Express 2012?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 3 gallons and 3 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 and Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 and the Sailfish 3180 Express 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.

← Sailfish 30-06 Express 2007 full specs ← Sailfish 3180 Express 2012 full specs