Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 vs VIP Bay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 vs VIP Bay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic 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 VIP Bay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic 2006 tops out at 115 hp. Engine specs for the VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the VIP Bay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic 2006 carries 46 gallons versus 41 gallons in the VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006. 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 VIP Bay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic 2006 is rated for 9 passengers, while the VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the VIP Bay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic 2006 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the VIP Bay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The VIP Bay Stealth 188 Competitor 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelBay Stealth 188 Competitor
ModelBay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic
Model Year2006
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise10℃
Deadrise10℃
Height [transom]25 in
Height [transom]25 in
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet18
Length - Inches8
Length - Inches8
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Meters5.69
Length overall - Meters5.69
Length overall - Inches224
Length overall - Inches224
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,600 lbs. (without engine)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg725.75
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.16
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail41 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters155.2
Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13
Fuel tank capacity - Gal41
Fuel tank capacity - Gal46
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine maxRecommended: 115-130 hp Maximum: 150 hp
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7907SN single axle galvanized w/ 14 in. galvanized wheels
Trailer - DetailModel 7901SN single axle galvanized w/ 14 in. galvanized wheels
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Height89 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 5 in
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - WeightTow Weight: 3,350 lbs
Operational Info
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people9 or 1,180 lbs