Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Trophy 1802 WA 2006 vs Trophy 2206 DC 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Trophy 1802 WA 2006 vs Trophy 2206 DC 2009 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Trophy 2206 DC 2009 measures 22,5 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 4,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Trophy 1802 WA 2006 at 18,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Trophy 1802 WA 2006 tips the scales at 1 975 lbs — 1 700 lbs more than the Trophy 2206 DC 2009 at 275 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 Trophy 2206 DC 2009 tops out at 250 hp. Engine specs for the Trophy 1802 WA 2006 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Trophy 2206 DC 2009 carries 104 gallons versus 52 gallons in the Trophy 1802 WA 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 Trophy 2206 DC 2009 at 22,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Trophy 1802 WA 2006 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
Model Year2006
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 6 in. (2.29 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches9
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 2 in. (1.57 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.57
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches62
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise16℃
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - DetailHull: 1 ft. 2 in. (.36 m)
Draft [drive up] - DetailHull: 1 ft. 3 in. (0.38 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.36
Draft [drive up] meters0.38
Draft [drive up] inches14
Draft [drive up] inches15
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 7 in. (.79 m)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detailw/ Base Engine (approx.): 1,975 lbs. (896 kg)
Weight - Detail2,750 lbs. (1,247 kg)
Weight - kg895.84
Weight - kg1247.38
Weight - lbs.1975
Weight - lbs.275
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet22.5
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 0 in. (5.49 m) Rigged: 19 ft. 9 in. (6.02 m)
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 6 in. (6.86 m)
Length overall - Meters6.02
Length overall - Meters6.86
Length overall - Inches237
Length overall - Inches27
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMercury? 125 hp
Engine/s standardMercury? XL OptiMax
Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal. (197 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail104 gal. (394 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84
Fuel tank capacity - Liters393.68
Fuel tank capacity - Gal52
Fuel tank capacity - Gal104
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower2
Engine maxnot available
Engine max250 hp
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailOptional
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Height8 ft. 0 in. (2.44 m)
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 5 in. (7.14 m)
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weightw/ Base Engine (approx.): 2,635 lbs. (1,195 kg)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width8 ft. 1 in. (2.46 m)
Trailer - Widthnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee