Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 boat specs
Tuscany
Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009
2009
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Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 boat specs
Tuscany
Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007
2007
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Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 vs Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 vs Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 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 Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 measures 19,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 17,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 at 2,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 tips the scales at 2 167 lbs — 672 lbs less than the Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 at 1 495 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 90 hp for the Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 and 75 hp for the Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeTuscany
MakeTuscany
Model2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special
ModelSWT1880 RE
Model Year2009
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 0 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches96
Weight - Detail1,495 lbs
Weight - Detail1,427 lbs. Wet: 2,167 lbs
Weight - kg678.12
Weight - kg982.93
Weight - lbs.1495
Weight - lbs.2167
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet19
Length overall - Detail20 ft
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters5.84
Length overall - Inches24
Length overall - Inches23
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches2
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typenot available
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in
Tube diameter23 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp
Engine max75 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,975 lbs
Maximum capacity1,795 lbs
Maximum people10 / 1,410 lbs
Maximum people9 / 1,199 lbs

Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 vs Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 or the Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007?
The Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 is the longer of the two at 19,0 feet overall. The Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 17,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 or the Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007?
For trailering, the Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 has the edge at 1 495 lbs dry weight versus 2 167 lbs for the Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007. 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 is rated to a maximum of 90 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 tops out at 75 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 is certified for 9. 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 Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 96" for the Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007. 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.
Are the Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 and Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Tuscany 2086 FC Sweetwater Tuscany Special 2009 and the Tuscany SWT1880 RE 2007 are built by Tuscany. 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.