Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 188 SportfishfromSCOUT BOATSis a compactmotor yachtin acenter consoleformat, built on afiberglass and plastichull with a composite deck and powered by a single Mercury outboard.
Selecting a 188 Sportfish
Choosing the right center-console platform is easier with expert guidance. If you prioritize a manageable footprint (LOA 19 ft / 5.79 m), a broad beam (18 ft / 5.77 m), single‑engine simplicity, and gas fueling, the 188 Sportfishaligns with those needs. Shestakov Yacht Sales, led by broker Andrey Shestakov, will help you evaluate fit, configuration, and timing for your purchase.
Features of the Model
- center consoleconfiguration
- Single Mercury outboard; Gasfuel type
- fiberglass and plastichull and composite deck
- Fuel capacity: 39 gal
- Compact dimensions for easy handling: 19 ft (5.79 m) LOA; 18 ft (5.77 m) beam
- Built by SCOUT BOATS
Technical Specifications
- Model: 188 Sportfish
- Builder: SCOUT BOATS
- Type: motor yacht; layout:center console
- LOA: 19 ft (5.79 m)
- Beam: 18 ft (5.77 m)
- Engines: 1 x Mercury
- Engine type: Outboard
- Fuel type: Gas
- Fuel capacity: 39 gal
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck: Composite
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and to schedule a consultation on the 188 Sportfish, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through specifications, inspections, and the purchase process.
Questions and Answers
Q: What type of yacht is the 188 Sportfish? A: It’s amotor yachtwith acenter consolelayout, designed around acenter-consoleconcept for versatile use.
Q: Who builds the 188 Sportfish? A: The builder isSCOUT BOATS, providing provencraftsmanshipand model continuity.
Q: What are the key dimensions? A: LOAis 19 ft (5.79 m), andBeamis 18 ft (5.77 m), giving a compact footprint with notable width.
Q: What is the engine setup and fuel? A: Power comes from 1 x MercuryOutboardusingGas; thefuel capacityis 39 gal.
Q: What are the hull and deck materials? A: The hullis categorized asfiberglass and plastic, and thedeckis Composite, combining durability with low-maintenance construction.
Owner Experience Review
Owners use the 188 SportfishbySCOUT BOATSfor inshore and bay fishing, aided by a built-in 13-gallon livewell, transom and console rod storage, and flush rod holders. When the rods are stowed, it doubles for family cruising with seating for six, a reversible forward-console lounger, and bolstered bow seating. The helm seat’s metal frame with a cooler underneath adds practical utility, and the finished, gel-coated bilge and generally upscale ergonomics stand out for a sub-19-foot center console. One expert summed it up as a “compact but cool new center console,” and its trailer-friendly 18'11" LOA and roughly 1,645-pound dry weight make launch-and-go day trips easy.
On the water, SCOUT BOATScredits its Air Assist hull for early planing and a stable feel designed to work well with lower horsepower. Factory performance data with a 115 hp outboard shows roughly 42–44 mph at the top end and about 8.3 seconds from 0–30 mph. Forum voices caution that small models fromSCOUT BOATScan ride rough and wet and may not hold up over many years, while other long-term owners of older boats report theirs “has been a tank for 15 years.” Maintenance chatter also notes scupper leakage and hull voids reported on the prior 175, plus mixed feedback on finish/fit in newer models; taken together, expectations should be set with these varied owner accounts in mind.
Pros and Cons
- Trailerable size (18'11") and ~1,645 lb dry weight support easy launch-and-go day trips.
- Inshore/bay fishing layout with a 13-gallon livewell, rod storage, and flush holders.
- Air Assist hull planes early and feels stable, with ~42–44 mph potential on 115 hp.
- Some forum owners report a rough, wet ride in smaller boats from SCOUT BOATS.
- Mixed feedback on finish and fit, with comments calling newer models subpar for the price.
- Early/related-model reports cite scupper leakage and hull voids on the prior 175.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 188 Sportfish | 19' 0" (5.79 m) | 18' 0" (5.77 m) | - | - | - |
| 305 LXF | 30' 0" (9.25 m) | 9' 0" (3 m) | 5' 9" (1.75 m) | - | - |
| 281 XSS | 28' 0" (8.56 m) | 9' 0" (2.84 m) | 3' 10" (1.17 m) | - | - |
| 177 Sport | 17' 0" (5.36 m) | 7' 0" (2.21 m) | 2' 9" (0.83 m) | - | - |
| 380 LXF | 38' 0" (11.58 m) | 12' 0" (3.68 m) | 7' 5" (2.25 m) | - | - |
| 251 XSS | 24' 0" (7.57 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | 3' 7" (1.08 m) | - | - |
| 277 LXF | 27' 0" (8.46 m) | 9' 0" (2.74 m) | 5' 2" (1.58 m) | - | - |
| 195 Sport Dorado | 19' 0" (5.92 m) | 8' 0" (2.59 m) | 3' 7" (1.08 m) | - | - |
| 277 Dorado | 27' 0" (8.46 m) | 9' 0" (2.74 m) | 5' 2" (1.58 m) | - | - |
Learn more on the “SCOUT BOATS - 188 Sportfish”
To learn more on the “SCOUT BOATS - 188 Sportfish” or to get advice on how to buy or sell a yacht or get a great price for a yacht charter
please call +1 (954) 274-4435 USAOnly deal with professionals!