Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 vs Trophy 2902 WA 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 or the Trophy 2902 WA 2009?

For trailering, the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 has the edge at 4 846 lbs dry weight versus 8 195 lbs for the Trophy 2902 WA 2009. 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 2902 WA 2009 has a documented max rating of 250 hp. Engine specifications for the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 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 2502 Walkaround 2004 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Trophy 2902 WA 2009 is certified for 10. 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 2902 WA 2009 measures 118" wide, compared to 102" for the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004. 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 2502 Walkaround 2004 or the Trophy 2902 WA 2009?

The Trophy 2902 WA 2009 has the bigger tank at 218 gallons, versus 163 gallons on the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004. That 55-gallon difference translates to roughly 165–275 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 and Trophy 2902 WA 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 and the Trophy 2902 WA 2009 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 2502 Walkaround 2004 vs Trophy 2902 WA 2009

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Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004

2004

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Trophy 2902 WA 2009

2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 vs Trophy 2902 WA 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 vs Trophy 2902 WA 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.

The Trophy 2902 WA 2009 tops out at 250 hp. Engine specs for the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Trophy 2902 WA 2009 carries 218 gallons versus 163 gallons in the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004. 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 2902 WA 2009 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Trophy 2902 WA 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Trophy 2902 WA 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 31,4 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeTrophy

Model2502 Walkaround

Model2902 WA

Model Year2004

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in

Beam9 ft. 10 in. (3.00 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters3

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches118

Deadrise21℃

Deadrise19℃

Draft [max] - DetailDraft Hull: 1 ft. 9 in. Draft Max: 3 ft. 2 in

Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 10 in. (0.86 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.97

Draft [max] - Meters0.86

Draft [max] - Inches38

Draft [max] - Inches34

Weight - Detail4846 lbs

Weight - DetailWith Base Engine (approx.): 8,195 lbs. (3,717 kg)

Weight - kg2198.11

Weight - kg3717.19

Weight - lbs.4846

Weight - lbs.8195

Height [transom]Bridge Clearance Max: 8 ft. 7 in

Height [transom]not available

Length overall - Detail25 ft. 0 in. Length Rigged: 27 ft. 3 in. Includes engine mounted and swim platform

Length overall - Detail31 ft. 5 in. (9.58 m) Rigged: 33 ft. 7 in. (10.24 m)

Length overall - Meters8.31

Length overall - Meters10.24

Length overall - Inches327

Length overall - Inches403

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 2 in. (2.79 m)

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.79

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches11

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] - DetailHull: 2 ft. 0 in. (0.61 m)

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.61

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches24

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet31.42

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard225 HP

Engine/s standardMercury? OptiMax

Fuel tank capacity - Detail163 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Detail218 gal. (825.1 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters617.02

Fuel tank capacity - Liters825.22

Fuel tank capacity - Gal163

Fuel tank capacity - Gal218

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Drive typenot available

Drive typeOutboard - Twin

Horsepowernot available

HorsepowerT-2

Engine maxnot available

Engine maxT-250 hp

Operational Info

Water capacity20 gal

Water capacity30 gal. (113.6 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal (113.6 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal3

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailOptional

Body / Hull

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeDeep Vee

Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 vs Trophy 2902 WA 2009 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 or the Trophy 2902 WA 2009?

For trailering, the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 has the edge at 4 846 lbs dry weight versus 8 195 lbs for the Trophy 2902 WA 2009. 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 2902 WA 2009 has a documented max rating of 250 hp. Engine specifications for the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 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 2502 Walkaround 2004 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Trophy 2902 WA 2009 is certified for 10. 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 2902 WA 2009 measures 118" wide, compared to 102" for the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004. 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 2502 Walkaround 2004 or the Trophy 2902 WA 2009?

The Trophy 2902 WA 2009 has the bigger tank at 218 gallons, versus 163 gallons on the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004. That 55-gallon difference translates to roughly 165–275 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 and Trophy 2902 WA 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Trophy 2502 Walkaround 2004 and the Trophy 2902 WA 2009 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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