VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007 boat specs
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VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007
2007
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VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 boat specs
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VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007
2007
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VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007 vs VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007 vs VIP 2400 Vindicator 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 260 hp, the VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 has a 170-hp advantage over the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 carries 59 gallons versus 25 gallons in the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 and its 260-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007 with its 90-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakeVIP
MakeVIP
Model182 Vision Combo SBR O/B
Model2400 Vindicator
Model Year2007
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam88 in
Beam102 in
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches88
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise16.5℃
Deadrisenot available
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail3,750 lbs. with 6.2 l
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1700.97
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.375
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet24
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches4
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 4 in
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters7.42
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches292
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail25 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail59 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters94.64
Fuel tank capacity - Liters223.34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal25
Fuel tank capacity - Gal59
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeInboard
Engine max90-140 hp
Engine max260-425 hp
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7954SN single-axle w/ chrome wheels & lug nuts
Trailer - DetailModel 8082TB tandem axle color-coordinated w/ brakes & chrome wheels w/ chrome lug nuts
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all28 ft. 6 in
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - WeightTow Weight: 5,450 lbs
Trailer - Widthnot available
Trailer - Width102 in
Operational Info
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people10 or 2,020 lbs

VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007 vs VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 — Common Questions

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 is rated to a maximum of 260 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007 tops out at 90 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 passengers can the VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 carry?
The VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 has an official capacity rating of 10 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 measures 102" wide, compared to 88" for the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 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.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007 or the VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007?
The VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 has the bigger tank at 59 gallons, versus 25 gallons on the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007. That 34-gallon difference translates to roughly 102–170 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007 and VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2007 and the VIP 2400 Vindicator 2007 are built by VIP. 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.