Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Starcraft Marine 180 RE 2008 vs Starcraft Marine SLS 3 Q DH 2022 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Starcraft Marine 180 RE 2008 vs Starcraft Marine SLS 3 Q DH 2022 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 Starcraft Marine 180 RE 2008 carries a rated maximum of 50 hp. Engine data for the Starcraft Marine SLS 3 Q DH 2022 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 Starcraft Marine SLS 3 Q DH 2022 at 25,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Starcraft Marine 180 RE 2008 at 18,0 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
MakeStarcraft Marine
Makenot available
Model180 RE
Modelnot available
Model Year2008
Model Yearnot available
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam96 in. (244 cm)
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inchesnot available
Weight - DetailBoat Only: 1,535 lbs. (696.3 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg696.26
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.1535
Weight - lbs.not available
Height - DetailFence: 27 in. (69 cm)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.69
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches27
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]For Engine: 20 in. (51 cm)
Height [transom]not available
Length - Meters5.5
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet25
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 0 in. (5.5 m)
Length overall - Detail25.00 ft
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters7.62
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches300
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialnot available
Hull typePontoon
Hull typenot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in. (58 cm)
Tube diameternot available
Tube gaugeAluminum: .08 in. (.203 cm)
Tube gaugenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard25 ELPTO Merc. (19 kW) (includes propeller)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - DetailRequires portable fuel tank
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeoutboard
Engine max50 hp (38 kW)
Engine maxnot available
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,475 lbs. (669.1 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people7 or 950 lbs. / 7 or 430.9 kg
Maximum peoplenot available
Boat typenot available
Boat typePower