Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bay Stealth Classic 1880 2005 vs VIP Deckliner 222 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bay Stealth Classic 1880 2005 vs VIP Deckliner 222 2008 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The VIP Deckliner 222 2008 measures 22,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the VIP Bay Stealth Classic 1880 2005 at 18,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the VIP Deckliner 222 2008 tips the scales at 355 lbs — 339 lbs less than the VIP Bay Stealth Classic 1880 2005 at 16 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The VIP Bay Stealth Classic 1880 2005 carries a rated maximum of 150 hp. Engine data for the VIP Deckliner 222 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the VIP Deckliner 222 2008 carries 55 gallons versus 46 gallons in the VIP Bay Stealth Classic 1880 2005. 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 Deckliner 222 2008 is rated for 10 passengers, while the VIP Bay Stealth Classic 1880 2005 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the VIP Deckliner 222 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the VIP Deckliner 222 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The VIP Bay Stealth Classic 1880 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelBay Stealth Classic 188
ModelDeckliner 222
Model Year2005
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise10°
Deadrisenot available
Weight - Detail1,600 lbs. without engine
Weight - Detail3,550 lbs. with 5.0 l
Weight - kg725.75
Weight - kg1610.25
Weight - lbs.16
Weight - lbs.355
Height [transom]25 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches8
Length - Inches2
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters5.69
Length overall - Meters6.76
Length overall - Inches224
Length overall - Inches266
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard115-130 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gals
Fuel tank capacity - Detail55 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13
Fuel tank capacity - Liters208.2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal46
Fuel tank capacity - Gal55
Engine max150 hp
Engine maxnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,180 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people9
Maximum people10 or 1,586 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7901SN Single Axle Galvanized Trailer with 14 in. Galvanized Wheels
Trailer - DetailModel 8064TB color-coordinated tandem axle with brakes with chrome wheels and lug nuts
Trailer - Height89 in
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 5 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight3,350 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee