Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Sea Fox 25 CC Sport 2007 vs Sea Fox 286CC 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Sea Fox 25 CC Sport 2007 vs Sea Fox 286CC 2008 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Sea Fox 25 CC Sport 2007 at 25,0 ft versus Sea Fox 286CC 2008 at 28,0 ft. 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 2008 has a 100-hp advantage over the Sea Fox 25 CC Sport 2007's 400-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 25 CC Sport 2007 carries 15 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Sea Fox 286CC 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 1 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 2008 at 28,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Sea Fox 25 CC Sport 2007 at 25,0 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
Model25 CC Sport
Model286CC
Model Year2007
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam9 ft. 8 in. (3 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.95
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches116
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise21℃
Draft [max] - Detail16 in. (0.41 m)
Draft [max] - Detail20 in. (0.5 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.41
Draft [max] - Meters0.51
Draft [max] - Inches16
Draft [max] - Inches2
Weight - Detail3,300 lbs. (1,498 kg)
Weight - Detail5,000 lbs. (2,268 kg)
Weight - kg1496.85
Weight - kg2267.96
Weight - lbs.33
Weight - lbs.5
Length - Meters7.8
Length - Meters8.5
Length - Feet25
Length - Feet28
Length - Inches7
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 7 in. (7.8 m)
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 0 in. (8.5 m)
Length overall - Meters7.8
Length overall - Meters8.53
Length overall - Inches307
Length overall - Inches336
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 4 in. (2.5 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.54
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches1
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]30 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail150 gal. (568 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail200 gal. (757 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters567.81
Fuel tank capacity - Liters757.08
Fuel tank capacity - Gal15
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max400 hp (298 kW)
Engine max500 hp (373 kw)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,600 lbs. (1,179 kg)
Maximum capacity3,000 lbs. (1,361 kg)
Maximum people1
Maximum people1