Trophy 1802 WA 2009 vs Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Trophy 1802 WA 2009 or the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005?

For trailering, the Trophy 1802 WA 2009 has the edge at 2 615 lbs dry weight versus 3 342 lbs for the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005. 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 Trophy 1802 WA 2009 has a documented max rating of 135 hp. Engine specifications for the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 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 Trophy 1802 WA 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 is certified for 7. 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 2302 Walkaround 2005 measures 101" wide, compared to 9" for the Trophy 1802 WA 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.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Trophy 1802 WA 2009 or the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005?

The Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 has the bigger tank at 101 gallons, versus 52 gallons on the Trophy 1802 WA 2009. That 49-gallon difference translates to roughly 147–245 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Trophy 1802 WA 2009 and Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Trophy 1802 WA 2009 and the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 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 1802 WA 2009 vs Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005

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Trophy 1802 WA 2009

2009

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Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005

2005

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Trophy 1802 WA 2009 vs Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Trophy 1802 WA 2009 vs Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 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 Trophy 1802 WA 2009 carries a rated maximum of 135 hp. Engine data for the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 carries 101 gallons versus 52 gallons in the Trophy 1802 WA 2009. 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 2302 Walkaround 2005 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Trophy 1802 WA 2009 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 0,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Trophy 1802 WA 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

MakeTrophy

Model1802 WA

Model2302 Walkaround

Model Year2009

Model Year2005

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam7 ft. 6 in. (2.29 m)

Beam8 ft. 5 in

Beam - Meters2.29

Beam - Meters2.57

Beam - Inches9

Beam - Inches101

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. (0.36 m)

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.36

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] inches14

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 7 in. (0.79 m)

Draft [max] - DetailDraft Hull: 1 ft. 7 in. Draft Max: 3 ft. 1 in

Draft [max] - Meters0.79

Draft [max] - Meters0.94

Draft [max] - Inches31

Draft [max] - Inches37

Weight - DetailWith Base Engine (approx.): 2,615 lbs. (1,186 kg)

Weight - Detail3342 lbs

Weight - kg1186.14

Weight - kg1515.9

Weight - lbs.2615

Weight - lbs.3342

Length - Feet18

Length - Feetnot available

Length overall - Detail18 ft. 0 in. (5.49 m) Rigged: 19 ft. 9 in. (6.02 m)

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 5 in. Length Rigged: 25 ft. 5 in. Includes engine mounted and swim platform

Length overall - Meters6.02

Length overall - Meters7.75

Length overall - Inches237

Length overall - Inches305

Height [transom]not available

Height [transom]Bridge Clearance Max: 7 ft. 11 in

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull materialnot available

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typenot available

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardMercury? OptiMax

Engine/s standard150 HP

Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal. (197 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail101 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84

Fuel tank capacity - Liters382.33

Fuel tank capacity - Gal52

Fuel tank capacity - Gal101

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typenot available

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typenot available

Horsepower115

Horsepowernot available

Engine max135 hp

Engine maxnot available

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailOptional

Trailer - HeightRigged: 8 ft. (2.44 m)

Trailer - Heightnot available

Trailer - Length over allRigged: 23 ft. 5 in. (7.14 m)

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - WeightWith Base Engine (approx.): 3,255 lbs. (1,476 kg)

Trailer - Weightnot available

Operational Info

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity8 gal

Trophy 1802 WA 2009 vs Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Trophy 1802 WA 2009 or the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005?

For trailering, the Trophy 1802 WA 2009 has the edge at 2 615 lbs dry weight versus 3 342 lbs for the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005. 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 Trophy 1802 WA 2009 has a documented max rating of 135 hp. Engine specifications for the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 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 Trophy 1802 WA 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 is certified for 7. 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 2302 Walkaround 2005 measures 101" wide, compared to 9" for the Trophy 1802 WA 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.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Trophy 1802 WA 2009 or the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005?

The Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 has the bigger tank at 101 gallons, versus 52 gallons on the Trophy 1802 WA 2009. That 49-gallon difference translates to roughly 147–245 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Trophy 1802 WA 2009 and Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Trophy 1802 WA 2009 and the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 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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