Skeeter SL 1900 2012 boat specs
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Skeeter SL 1900 2012
2012
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Skeeter SX 190 2007 boat specs
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Skeeter SL 1900 2012 vs Skeeter SX 190 2007: A Close Look at Two Modified-V Boats

Both the Skeeter SL 1900 2012 and the Skeeter SX 190 2007 are modified-V designs, both built in composite, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Skeeter SL 1900 2012 at 19,0 ft versus Skeeter SX 190 2007 at 18,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Skeeter SL 1900 2012 tips the scales at 1 975 lbs - 585 lbs more than the Skeeter SX 190 2007 at 1 390 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 200 hp, the Skeeter SL 1900 2012 has a 50-hp advantage over the Skeeter SX 190 2007'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 Skeeter SX 190 2007 carries 36 gallons versus 30 gallons in the Skeeter SL 1900 2012. 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 Skeeter SL 1900 2012 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Skeeter SX 190 2007 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Skeeter SL 1900 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Skeeter SL 1900 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 19,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Skeeter SX 190 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeSkeeter
MakeSkeeter
ModelSL 1900
ModelSX 190
Model Year2012
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam98 in.
Beam90 in.
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Inches98
Beam - Inches90
Depth - Detail25 in.
Depth - Detail18 in.
Depth - Centimeters63.5
Depth - Centimeters45.72
Depth - Inches25
Depth - Inches18
Draft [max] - Detail15 in.
Draft [max] - Detail12 in.
Draft [max] - Meters0.38
Draft [max] - Meters0.3
Draft [max] - Inches15
Draft [max] - Inches12
Weight - Detail1,975 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,390 lbs.
Weight - kg895.84
Weight - kg630.49
Weight - lbs.1975
Weight - lbs.1390
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Detail19 ft.
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in.
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Inches228
Length overall - Inches221
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Body / Hull
Hull materialComposite
Hull materialComposite
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail36 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters136.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Fuel tank capacity - Gal36
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max200 hp
Engine max150 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardYamaha
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,622 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,290 lbs.
Maximum people6 or 870 lbs.
Maximum people5 or 715 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - Height71 in.
Trailer - Height69 in.
Trailer - Length over all24 ft. 10 in. 22 ft. 6 in. with swing-away tongue
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 5 in. With swing-away tongue: 20 ft. 1 in.
Trailer - Width100 in.
Trailer - Width98 in.

Skeeter SL 1900 2012 vs Skeeter SX 190 2007 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Skeeter SL 1900 2012 or the Skeeter SX 190 2007?
The Skeeter SL 1900 2012 is the longer of the two at 19,0 feet overall. The Skeeter SX 190 2007 comes in at 18,0 feet, making it roughly 1,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Skeeter SL 1900 2012 or the Skeeter SX 190 2007?
For trailering, the Skeeter SX 190 2007 has the edge at 1 390 lbs dry weight versus 1 975 lbs for the Skeeter SL 1900 2012. 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 Skeeter SL 1900 2012 is rated to a maximum of 200 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Skeeter SX 190 2007 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 Skeeter SL 1900 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Skeeter SX 190 2007 is certified for 5. 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.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Skeeter SL 1900 2012 measures 98" wide, compared to 90" for the Skeeter SX 190 2007. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states - anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Skeeter SL 1900 2012 or the Skeeter SX 190 2007?
The Skeeter SX 190 2007 has the bigger tank at 36 gallons, versus 30 gallons on the Skeeter SL 1900 2012. That 6-gallon difference translates to roughly 18–30 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Skeeter SL 1900 2012 and Skeeter SX 190 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Skeeter SL 1900 2012 and the Skeeter SX 190 2007 are built by Skeeter. 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.