Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic 2006 vs VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic 2006 vs VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 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 VIP Bay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic 2006 carries a rated maximum of 115 hp. Engine data for the VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2005 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2005 carries 75 gallons versus 46 gallons in the VIP Bay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic 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 Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2005 caps at 1. 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 Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelBay Stealth 1880 BSVR/BSTR Rolled Gunnel Classic
ModelVersailles 2602 SBRXL
Model Year2006
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise10℃
Deadrise23.5℃
Weight - Detail1,600 lbs. (without engine)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg725.75
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.16
Weight - lbs.not available
Height [transom]25 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet26
Length - Inches8
Length - Inches2
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters5.69
Length overall - Meters7.98
Length overall - Inches224
Length overall - Inches314
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Gal46
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeInboard
Engine maxRecommended: 115-130 hp Maximum: 150 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard300?425 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people9 or 1,180 lbs
Maximum people1
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity2,020 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7901SN single axle galvanized w/ 14 in. galvanized wheels
Trailer - DetailModel 8086TB Tandem Axle Color Coordinated Trailer w/Brakes & Aluminum Wheels w/Chrome Lug Nuts & Steel Radial Tires w/Raised White Letters
Trailer - Height89 in
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 5 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightTow Weight: 3,350 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available