Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 vs Trophy 2503 CC 2008 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 or the Trophy 2503 CC 2008?

For trailering, the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 has the edge at 1 801 lbs dry weight versus 4 669 lbs for the Trophy 2503 CC 2008. 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: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Trophy 2503 CC 2008 is rated to a maximum of 275 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 tops out at 125 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.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Trophy 2503 CC 2008 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.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Trophy 2503 CC 2008 measures 102" wide, compared to 86" for the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005. 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.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 or the Trophy 2503 CC 2008?

The Trophy 2503 CC 2008 has the bigger tank at 163 gallons, versus 37 gallons on the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005. That 126-gallon difference translates to roughly 378–630 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 and Trophy 2503 CC 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 and the Trophy 2503 CC 2008 are built by Trophy. 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

Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 vs Trophy 2503 CC 2008

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Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005

2005

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Trophy 2503 CC 2008

2008

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 vs Trophy 2503 CC 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 vs Trophy 2503 CC 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 275 hp, the Trophy 2503 CC 2008 has a 150-hp advantage over the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005's 125-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Trophy 2503 CC 2008 carries 163 gallons versus 37 gallons in the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005. 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 Trophy 2503 CC 2008 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Trophy 2503 CC 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Trophy 2503 CC 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 25,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 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

MakeTrophy

Model1703 Center Console

Model2503 CC

Model Year2005

Model Year2008

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam7 ft. 2 in

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.18

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches86

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise14℃

Deadrise21℃

Draft [max] - DetailDraft Hull: 1 ft. 1 in. Draft Max: 2 ft. 5 in

Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 2 in. (.97 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.74

Draft [max] - Meters0.97

Draft [max] - Inches29

Draft [max] - Inches38

Weight - Detail1801 lbs

Weight - DetailWith Base Engine (approx.): 4,669 lbs. (2,118 kg)

Weight - kg816.92

Weight - kg2117.82

Weight - lbs.1801

Weight - lbs.4669

Height [transom]Bridge Clearance Max: 4 ft. 9 in

Height [transom]not available

Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0 in

Length overall - Detail25 ft. 0 in. (7.62 m) Rigged: 27 ft. 4 in. (8.33 m)

Length overall - Meters5.18

Length overall - Meters8.33

Length overall - Inches204

Length overall - Inches328

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 3 in. (2.51 m)

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.51

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches99

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] - DetailHull: 1 ft. 10 in. (.56 m)

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.56

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches22

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet25

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard90 HP

Engine/s standardMercury? OptiMax 225 hp

Fuel tank capacity - Detail37 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Detail163 gal. (617 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters140.06

Fuel tank capacity - Liters617.02

Fuel tank capacity - Gal37

Fuel tank capacity - Gal163

Engine max125 HP

Engine max275 hp

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Drive typenot available

Drive typeOutboard

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailOptional

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over allRigged: 30 ft. 6 in. (9.30 m)

Trailer - Weightnot available

Trailer - WeightWith Base Engine (approx.): 6,439 lbs. (2,921 kg)

Trailer - Widthnot available

Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Body / Hull

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Operational Info

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity20 gal. (75.7 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail15 gal. (56.8 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters56.78

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal15

Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 vs Trophy 2503 CC 2008 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 or the Trophy 2503 CC 2008?

For trailering, the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 has the edge at 1 801 lbs dry weight versus 4 669 lbs for the Trophy 2503 CC 2008. 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 Trophy 2503 CC 2008 is rated to a maximum of 275 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 tops out at 125 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 Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Trophy 2503 CC 2008 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 Trophy 2503 CC 2008 measures 102" wide, compared to 86" for the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005. 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 Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 or the Trophy 2503 CC 2008?

The Trophy 2503 CC 2008 has the bigger tank at 163 gallons, versus 37 gallons on the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005. That 126-gallon difference translates to roughly 378–630 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 and Trophy 2503 CC 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Trophy 1703 Center Console 2005 and the Trophy 2503 CC 2008 are built by Trophy. 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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