Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2005 vs VIP Versailles 2602 SBRXL 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2005 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 Bluewater 186 CCF 2005 carries a rated maximum of 130 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 Bluewater 186 CCF 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 Bluewater 186 CCF 2005 is rated for 6 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 Bluewater 186 CCF 2005 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 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
ModelBluewater 186 CCF
ModelVersailles 2602 SBRXL
Model Year2005
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches102
Draft [drive up] - Detail16?
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,260 lbs. (without motor)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg571.53
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.126
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet26
Length - Inches9
Length - Inches2
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters5.72
Length overall - Meters7.98
Length overall - Inches225
Length overall - Inches314
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise23.5℃
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard90-115 hp
Engine/s standard300?425 hp
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 max130 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity845 lbs
Maximum capacity2,020 lbs
Maximum people6
Maximum people1
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7975SN Single Axle Galvanized Trailer 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 - Height88 in
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 8 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight2,800 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available