Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bay Stealth Classic 2180 2005 vs VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bay Stealth Classic 2180 2005 vs VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 300 hp, the VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2006 has a 100-hp advantage over the VIP Bay Stealth Classic 2180 2005's 200-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 Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2006 carries 75 gallons versus 46 gallons in the VIP Bay Stealth Classic 2180 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 Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2006 is rated for 10 passengers, while the VIP Bay Stealth Classic 2180 2005 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2006 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 26,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The VIP Bay Stealth Classic 2180 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelBay Stealth Classic 218
ModelVersailles 2602 SBRXL
Model Year2005
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise10℃
Deadrise23.5℃
Weight - Detail2,020 lbs. without engine
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg916.26
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.202
Weight - lbs.not available
Height [transom]25 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet26
Length - Inches8
Length - Inches2
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters6.6
Length overall - Meters7.98
Length overall - Inches26
Length overall - Inches314
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard150-200 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
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 typeInboard
Engine max200 hp
Engine max300-425 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,525 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people8
Maximum people10 or 2,020 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 8053TN Tandem Axle Galvanized Trailer with 14 in. Galvanized Wheels
Trailer - DetailModel 8086TB tandem axle color-coordinated w/ brakes & aluminum wheels w/ chrome lug nuts & steel radial tires w/ raised white letters
Trailer - Height85 in
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all24 ft. 2 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight3,800 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available