Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 boat specs
Starcraft Marine
Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009
2009
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Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 boat specs
Starcraft Marine
Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012
2012
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Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 vs Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 is a modified-V design and the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 is a pontoon design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 at 18,0 ft versus Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 at 18,8 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 tips the scales at 1 550 lbs - 825 lbs less than the Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 at 725 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 65 hp for the Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 and 50 hp for the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 8 passengers and at 18,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeStarcraft Marine
MakeStarcraft Marine
ModelRogue 1886
ModelStardeck 180 Fish
Model Year2009
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam86 in.
Beam96 in.
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches86
Beam - Inches96
Depth - Detail23 in.
Depth - Detail27 in.
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Centimeters68.58
Depth - Inches23
Depth - Inches27
Weight - Detail725 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,550 lbs.
Weight - kg328.85
Weight - kg703.07
Weight - lbs.725
Weight - lbs.1550
Width [transom] - Detail85 in.
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in.
Height [transom]20 in.
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet18.83
Length overall - Detail18 ft.
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 10 in.
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.74
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches226
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.1 in.
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail18 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters68.14
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal18
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max65 hp
Engine max50 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Engine modelnot available
Engine model25 ELPT EFI
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,585 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,505 lbs.
Maximum people6
Maximum people8
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 10 in.
Trailer - Length over allnot available

Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 vs Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 or the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012?
The Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 is the longer of the two at 18,8 feet overall. The Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 comes in at 18,0 feet, making it roughly 0,8 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 or the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012?
For trailering, the Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 has the edge at 725 lbs dry weight versus 1 550 lbs for the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 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 Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 is rated to a maximum of 65 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 tops out at 50 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 Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 is certified for 8. 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 Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 measures 96" wide, compared to 86" for the Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009. 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.
Are the Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 and Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Starcraft Marine Rogue 1886 2009 and the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 are built by Starcraft Marine. 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.