Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 vs Trophy 2502 WA 2006 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 or the Trophy 2502 WA 2006?

For trailering, the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 has the edge at 3 342 lbs dry weight versus 5 361 lbs for the Trophy 2502 WA 2006. 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 2502 WA 2006 has a documented max rating of 275 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 2302 Walkaround 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Trophy 2502 WA 2006 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 2502 WA 2006 measures 102" wide, compared to 101" for the Trophy 2302 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 2302 Walkaround 2005 or the Trophy 2502 WA 2006?

The Trophy 2502 WA 2006 has the bigger tank at 163 gallons, versus 101 gallons on the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005. That 62-gallon difference translates to roughly 186–310 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 and Trophy 2502 WA 2006 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 and the Trophy 2502 WA 2006 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 2302 Walkaround 2005 vs Trophy 2502 WA 2006

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Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005

2005

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Trophy 2502 WA 2006

2006

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 vs Trophy 2502 WA 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 vs Trophy 2502 WA 2006 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 2502 WA 2006 tops out at 275 hp. Engine specs for the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Trophy 2502 WA 2006 carries 163 gallons versus 101 gallons in the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 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 2502 WA 2006 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Trophy 2502 WA 2006 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Trophy 2502 WA 2006 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 2302 Walkaround 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeTrophy

Model2302 Walkaround

Model2502 WA

Model Year2005

Model Year2006

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 5 in

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.57

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches101

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise20℃

Deadrise21℃

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

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

Draft [max] - Meters0.94

Draft [max] - Meters0.97

Draft [max] - Inches37

Draft [max] - Inches38

Weight - Detail3342 lbs

Weight - Detailw/ Base Engine (approx.): 5,361 lbs. (2,432 kg)

Weight - kg1515.9

Weight - kg2431.71

Weight - lbs.3342

Weight - lbs.5361

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

Height [transom]not available

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

Length overall - Detail25 ft. 0 in. (8.99 m) Rigged: 27 ft. 3 in. (8.31 m)

Length overall - Meters7.75

Length overall - Meters8.31

Length overall - Inches305

Length overall - Inches327

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 7 in. (2.62 m)

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.62

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches103

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] - DetailHull: 1 ft. 9 in. (.53 m)

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.53

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches21

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet25

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard150 HP

Engine/s standardMercury? DFI OptiMax 225 hp

Fuel tank capacity - Detail101 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Detail163 gal. (617 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters382.33

Fuel tank capacity - Liters617.02

Fuel tank capacity - Gal101

Fuel tank capacity - Gal163

Drive typenot available

Drive typeOutboard

Engine maxnot available

Engine max275 hp

Operational Info

Water capacity8 gal

Water capacity20 gal. (75.7 l)

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailOptional

Trailer - Heightnot available

Trailer - Height9 ft. 9 in. (2.97 m)

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over all30 ft. 6 in. (9.30 m)

Trailer - Weightnot available

Trailer - Weightw/ Base Engine (approx.): 7,711 lbs. (3,225 kg)

Trailer - Widthnot available

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

Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 vs Trophy 2502 WA 2006 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 or the Trophy 2502 WA 2006?

For trailering, the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 has the edge at 3 342 lbs dry weight versus 5 361 lbs for the Trophy 2502 WA 2006. 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 2502 WA 2006 has a documented max rating of 275 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 2302 Walkaround 2005 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Trophy 2502 WA 2006 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 2502 WA 2006 measures 102" wide, compared to 101" for the Trophy 2302 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 2302 Walkaround 2005 or the Trophy 2502 WA 2006?

The Trophy 2502 WA 2006 has the bigger tank at 163 gallons, versus 101 gallons on the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005. That 62-gallon difference translates to roughly 186–310 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 and Trophy 2502 WA 2006 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Trophy 2302 Walkaround 2005 and the Trophy 2502 WA 2006 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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