Stingray 214LR 2013 vs Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Stingray 214LR 2013 or the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012?

The Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 is the longer of the two at 23,9 feet overall. The Stingray 214LR 2013 comes in at 21,7 feet, making it roughly 2,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Stingray 214LR 2013 or the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012?

For trailering, the Stingray 214LR 2013 has the edge at 3 114 lbs dry weight versus 4 105 lbs for the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 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.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Stingray 214LR 2013 has a documented max rating of 200 hp. Engine specifications for the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Stingray 214LR 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 11 passengers, while the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 is certified for 12. 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.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Stingray 214LR 2013 and Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 share an 101 in. (257 cm) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Stingray 214LR 2013 or the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012?

The Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 has the bigger tank at 57 gallons, versus 46 gallons on the Stingray 214LR 2013. That 11-gallon difference translates to roughly 33–55 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Stingray 214LR 2013 and Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Stingray 214LR 2013 and the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 are built by Stingray. 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.

Boat Comparison

Stingray 214LR 2013 vs Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012

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Stingray 214LR 2013

2013

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Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012

2012

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Stingray 214LR 2013 vs Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Stingray 214LR 2013 against a modified vee Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Stingray 214LR 2013 at 21,7 ft versus Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 at 23,9 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 tips the scales at 4 105 lbs — 991 lbs less than the Stingray 214LR 2013 at 3 114 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 Stingray 214LR 2013 carries a rated maximum of 200 hp. Engine data for the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 carries 57 gallons versus 46 gallons in the Stingray 214LR 2013. 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 Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Stingray 214LR 2013 caps at 11. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 23,9 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Stingray 214LR 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 11 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeStingray

Model214LR

Model235LR Sport Deck

Model Year2013

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam101 in. (257 cm)

Beam - Meters2.57

Beam - Inches101

Bridge clearance - Detail58 in. (147 cm) with standard windshield

Bridge clearance - Detail58 in. (147 cm)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.47

Bridge clearance - Inches58

Deadrise19°

Depth - DetailMolded Depth: 58 in. (147 cm) windshield base to keel Max Depth: 72 in. (183 cm) with standard windshield Bow Depth: 17 in. (43 cm) bow to cushion top; 33 in. (84 cm) max depth Cockpit: 34 in. (86 cm) at helm

Depth - DetailMolded Depth: 58 in. (147 cm) windshield base to keel Max Depth: 72 in. (183 cm) with standard windshield Bow Depth: 17 in. (43 cm) bow to cushion top; 33 in. (84 cm) max depth

Depth - Centimeters182.88

Depth - Inches72

Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.43

Draft [drive up] inches17

Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.86

Draft [max] - Inches34

Weight - Detail3,114 lbs. (1,412 kg)

Weight - Detail4,105 lbs. with 5.0 l engine

Weight - kg1412.49

Weight - kg1862

Weight - lbs.3114

Weight - lbs.4105

Height - DetailFreeboard: 31 in. (79 cm)

Height - Meters0.79

Height - Inches31

Length - Feet21.67

Length - Feet23.92

Length overall - Detail21 ft. 8 in

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 11 in. (7.3 m)

Length overall - Meters6.6

Length overall - Meters7.29

Length overall - Inches26

Length overall - Inches287

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gal. (174 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail57 gal. (216 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13

Fuel tank capacity - Liters215.77

Fuel tank capacity - Gal46

Fuel tank capacity - Gal57

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typenot available

Engine max200 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

StorageIce Box: 25 + 17 qt. (24 + 16 l)

StorageIce Box: 25 + 32 qt. (24 + 30 l)

Water capacity13 gal. (49 l)

Maximum capacity2,167 lbs. (983 kg)

Maximum capacity2,535 lbs. (1,150 kg)

Maximum people11

Maximum people12

Stingray 214LR 2013 vs Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Stingray 214LR 2013 or the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012?

The Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 is the longer of the two at 23,9 feet overall. The Stingray 214LR 2013 comes in at 21,7 feet, making it roughly 2,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Stingray 214LR 2013 or the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012?

For trailering, the Stingray 214LR 2013 has the edge at 3 114 lbs dry weight versus 4 105 lbs for the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Stingray 214LR 2013 has a documented max rating of 200 hp. Engine specifications for the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Stingray 214LR 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 11 passengers, while the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 is certified for 12. 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.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Stingray 214LR 2013 and Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 share an 101 in. (257 cm) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Stingray 214LR 2013 or the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012?

The Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 has the bigger tank at 57 gallons, versus 46 gallons on the Stingray 214LR 2013. That 11-gallon difference translates to roughly 33–55 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Stingray 214LR 2013 and Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Stingray 214LR 2013 and the Stingray 235LR Sport Deck 2012 are built by Stingray. 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.

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