Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2006 vs VIP Vegas 185 Combo 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2006 vs VIP Vegas 185 Combo 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2006 at 18,0 ft versus VIP Vegas 185 Combo 2005 at 18,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2006 tips the scales at 126 lbs — 101 lbs more than the VIP Vegas 185 Combo 2005 at 25 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 Bluewater 186 CCF 2006 carries a rated maximum of 90 hp. Engine data for the VIP Vegas 185 Combo 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 Bluewater 186 CCF 2006 carries 46 gallons versus 2 gallons in the VIP Vegas 185 Combo 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 Vegas 185 Combo 2005 is rated for 8 passengers, while the VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2006 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the VIP Vegas 185 Combo 2005 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the VIP Vegas 185 Combo 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelBluewater 186 CCF
ModelVegas 185 Combo
Model Year2006
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches88
Draft [drive up] - Detail16?
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,260 lbs. (without motor)
Weight - Detail2,300 lbs. with 4 Cylinder 2,500 lbs. with 6 Cylinder
Weight - kg571.53
Weight - kg1133.98
Weight - lbs.126
Weight - lbs.25
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet18
Length - Inches9
Length - Inches5
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters5.72
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Inches225
Length overall - Inches221
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise16.5℃
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail20 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13
Fuel tank capacity - Liters75.71
Fuel tank capacity - Gal46
Fuel tank capacity - Gal2
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxRecommended: 90-115 hp Maximum: 130 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard135?190 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people6 or 845 lbs
Maximum people8
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,150 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7975SN single axle galvanized w/ 14 in. galvanized wheels
Trailer - DetailModel 7954SN Single Axle Trailer with Chrome Wheels with Chrome Lug Nuts
Trailer - Height88 in
Trailer - Height75 in
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 8 in
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 2 in
Trailer - WeightTow Weight: 2,800 lbs
Trailer - Weight3,300 lbs
Trailer - Widthnot available
Trailer - Width92 in