Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bay Stealth 2030 BSVL Liner Vee Hull 2006 vs VIP Bay Stealth 2460 BSVL O/B Liner 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bay Stealth 2030 BSVL Liner Vee Hull 2006 vs VIP Bay Stealth 2460 BSVL O/B Liner 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 200 hp, the VIP Bay Stealth 2460 BSVL O/B Liner 2007 has a 85-hp advantage over the VIP Bay Stealth 2030 BSVL Liner Vee Hull 2006's 115-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 2460 BSVL O/B Liner 2007 carries 75 gallons versus 46 gallons in the VIP Bay Stealth 2030 BSVL Liner Vee Hull 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The VIP Bay Stealth 2460 BSVL O/B Liner 2007 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The VIP Bay Stealth 2030 BSVL Liner Vee Hull 2006 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
ModelBay Stealth 2030 BSVL Liner Vee Hull
ModelBay Stealth 2460 BSVL O/B Liner
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise10℃
Deadrisenot available
Weight - Detail1,747 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg792.43
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.1747
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches6
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Meters6.17
Length overall - Meters7.47
Length overall - Inches243
Length overall - Inches294
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]25 in
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
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max115-150 hp (200 hp for Sea Star motors less than 500 lbs.)
Engine max200 - 300 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people7 or 1,019 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 8049TB tandem axle galvanized w/ disc brakes & 14 in. galvanized wheels
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Height88 in. (98 in. w/ tall console)
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 6 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightTow Weight: 3,620 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee