Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 vs Trophy 1806 DC 2008 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 or the Trophy 1806 DC 2008?

For trailering, the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 has the edge at 1 975 lbs dry weight versus 2 085 lbs for the Trophy 1806 DC 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: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Trophy 1806 DC 2008 has a documented max rating of 150 hp. Engine specifications for the Trophy 1802 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 Walkaround 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Trophy 1806 DC 2008 is certified for 5. 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 1806 DC 2008 measures 98" wide, compared to 9" for the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 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 1802 Walkaround 2005 or the Trophy 1806 DC 2008?

The Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 has the bigger tank at 52 gallons, versus 6 gallons on the Trophy 1806 DC 2008. That 46-gallon difference translates to roughly 138–230 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 and Trophy 1806 DC 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 and the Trophy 1806 DC 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 1802 Walkaround 2005 vs Trophy 1806 DC 2008

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Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005

2005

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Trophy 1806 DC 2008

2008

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 vs Trophy 1806 DC 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 vs Trophy 1806 DC 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 Trophy 1806 DC 2008 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 carries 52 gallons versus 6 gallons in the Trophy 1806 DC 2008. 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 1802 Walkaround 2005 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Trophy 1806 DC 2008 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 0,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Trophy 1806 DC 2008 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

Model1802 Walkaround

Model1806 DC

Model Year2005

Model Year2008

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam7 ft. 6 in

Beam8 ft. 2 in. (2.49 m)

Beam - Meters2.29

Beam - Meters2.49

Beam - Inches9

Beam - Inches98

Deadrise16℃

Deadrise20℃

Draft [max] - DetailDraft Hull: 1 ft. 2 in. Draft Max: 2 ft. 7 in

Draft [max] - Detail14 in. (.36 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.79

Draft [max] - Meters0.36

Draft [max] - Inches31

Draft [max] - Inches14

Weight - Detail1975 lbs

Weight - Detail2,085 lbs. (946 kg)

Weight - kg895.84

Weight - kg945.74

Weight - lbs.1975

Weight - lbs.2085

Height [transom]Bridge Clearance Max: 5 ft. 2 in

Height [transom]not available

Length overall - Detail18 ft. 0 in. Length Rigged: 19 ft. 9 in. Includes engine mounted and swim platform

Length overall - Detail18 ft. 6 in. (5.64 m)

Length overall - Meters6.02

Length overall - Meters5.64

Length overall - Inches237

Length overall - Inches222

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters5.64

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet18

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches6

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard90 HP

Engine/s standardMercury? XL Verado 150 hp

Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal. (227 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84

Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12

Fuel tank capacity - Gal52

Fuel tank capacity - Gal6

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Drive typenot available

Drive typeOutboard

Engine maxnot available

Engine max150 hp

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailOptional

Body / Hull

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeModified Vee

Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 vs Trophy 1806 DC 2008 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 or the Trophy 1806 DC 2008?

For trailering, the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 has the edge at 1 975 lbs dry weight versus 2 085 lbs for the Trophy 1806 DC 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Trophy 1806 DC 2008 has a documented max rating of 150 hp. Engine specifications for the Trophy 1802 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 Walkaround 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Trophy 1806 DC 2008 is certified for 5. 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 1806 DC 2008 measures 98" wide, compared to 9" for the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 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 1802 Walkaround 2005 or the Trophy 1806 DC 2008?

The Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 has the bigger tank at 52 gallons, versus 6 gallons on the Trophy 1806 DC 2008. That 46-gallon difference translates to roughly 138–230 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 and Trophy 1806 DC 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Trophy 1802 Walkaround 2005 and the Trophy 1806 DC 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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