Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Sea Fox 220 Viper 2013 vs Sea Fox 286CC Pro Series 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Sea Fox 220 Viper 2013 against a modified vee Sea Fox 286CC Pro Series 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 Sea Fox 286CC Pro Series 2012 measures 28,0 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 5,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sea Fox 220 Viper 2013 at 22,3 feet (2013). At 33 lbs and 5 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 500 hp, the Sea Fox 286CC Pro Series 2012 has a 250-hp advantage over the Sea Fox 220 Viper 2013's 250-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Sea Fox 220 Viper 2013 carries 65 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Sea Fox 286CC Pro Series 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Sea Fox 286CC Pro Series 2012 at 28,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Sea Fox 220 Viper 2013 at 22,3 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model220 Viper
Model286CC Pro Series
Model Year2013
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)
Beam9 ft. 8 in. (3 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.95
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches116
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 10 in. (2.3 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 4 in. (2.5 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.39
Bridge clearance - Meters2.54
Bridge clearance - Inches94
Bridge clearance - Inches1
Deadrise15°
Deadrise21℃
Draft [max] - DetailTunnel Hull: 11 in. (0.28 m) V-Hull: 13 in. (0.33 m)
Draft [max] - Detail20 in. (0.5 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.33
Draft [max] - Meters0.51
Draft [max] - Inches13
Draft [max] - Inches2
Weight - DetailDry Weight: 2,150 lbs. (975 kg) Maximum Weight: 3,300 lbs. (1,496 kg)
Weight - Detail5,000 lbs. (2,268 kg) Maximum Weight: 6,500 lbs. (2,948 kg)
Weight - kg1496.85
Weight - kg2267.96
Weight - lbs.33
Weight - lbs.5
Height [transom]Tunnel Hull: 20 in. (0.5 m) V-Hull: 25 in. (0.63 m)
Height [transom]30 in. (0.76 m)
Length - Feet22.33
Length - Feet28
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 4 in. (6.8 m)
Length overall - Detail28 ft. (8.5 m)
Length overall - Meters6.81
Length overall - Meters8.53
Length overall - Inches268
Length overall - Inches336
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail65 gal. (246 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail200 gal. (757 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters246.05
Fuel tank capacity - Liters757.08
Fuel tank capacity - Gal65
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max250 hp (167 kW)
Engine max500 hp (373 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,100 lbs. (952 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people8
Maximum peoplenot available