VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008 boat specs
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VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008
2008
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VIP Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 boat specs
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VIP Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005
2005
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VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008 vs VIP Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008 vs VIP Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 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 150 hp, the VIP Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 has a 60-hp advantage over the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008'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 Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 carries 46 gallons versus 25 gallons in the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008. 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 Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 and its 150-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008 with its 90-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakeVIP
MakeVIP
Model182 Vision Combo SBR O/B
ModelBay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through
Model Year2008
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam88 in
Beam96 in
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches88
Beam - Inches96
Deadrise16.5℃
Deadrise10℃
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,570 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg712.14
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.157
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]25 in
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet18
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches4
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 4 in
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters5.59
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches22
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail25 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters94.64
Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13
Fuel tank capacity - Gal25
Fuel tank capacity - Gal46
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90-140 hp
Engine max150 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard115-150 hp
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7954SN single-axle with chrome wheels and lug nuts
Trailer - DetailModel 7901SN Single Axle Galvanized Trailer with 14 in. Galvanized Wheels
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Height77 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 4 in
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Weight3,200 lbs
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity850 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people6

VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008 vs VIP Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 — Common Questions

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The VIP Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 is rated to a maximum of 150 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008 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 Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 carry?
The VIP Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 has an official capacity rating of 6 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 Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 measures 96" wide, compared to 88" for the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008. 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 2008 or the VIP Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005?
The VIP Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 has the bigger tank at 46 gallons, versus 25 gallons on the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008. That 21-gallon difference translates to roughly 63–105 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008 and VIP Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the VIP 182 Vision Combo SBR O/B 2008 and the VIP Bay Stealth Liner 1880 Walk Through 2005 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.