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TIDEWATER - 2200 Carolina Bay - For Sale

Broker Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales present the 2200 Carolina BaybyTIDEWATER— a compact 22 ftmotor yachtwith acenter console layoutand a ruggedfiberglass and plastichull on a Modified Deep Vee, powered by a single Yamaha outboard.

Selecting a 2200 Carolina Bay

If you want a manageable platform that blends shallow-water access with the stability of a Modified Deep Vee, the 2200 Carolina Bayis a strong choice. As amotor yachtwith a practicalcenter console layout, it pairs a single Yamaha outboard with a gasoline system for straightforward ownership. Speak with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to align this model’s layout and performance with your boating plans.

Features of the Model

Purpose-built center console format: a center console layoutfor clear 360° deck movement and control

Compact dimensions for easy handling: 22 ft LOA and 8 ft beam (6.81 m x 2.59 m)

Shallow draft of 2.461 ft (0.75 m) to broaden access in skinny water

Modified Deep Vee hull for composed running and ride quality

Durable fiberglass and plasticconstruction with a fiberglass deck

Simple, proven propulsion: single Yamaha outboard, Gas/Petrol

56-gallon fuel capacity for extended time between fills

Backed by Shestakov Yacht Sales expertise and Andrey Shestakov’s brokerage guidance

Technical Specifications

Builder: TIDEWATER

Model: 2200 Carolina Bay

Type: motor yacht

Layout: center console layout

Hull category/material: fiberglass and plastic

Hull configuration: Modified Deep Vee

LOA: 22 ft (6.81 m)

Beam: 8 ft (2.59 m)

Draft (min): 2.461 ft (0.75 m)

Deck material: Fiberglass

Engines: 1 x Yamaha, Outboard

Fuel type: Gas/Petrol

Fuel capacity: 56 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, build availability, and brokerage guidance on the 2200 Carolina Bay, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will assist with specifications, scheduling, and transaction support from offer to delivery.

Questions and Answers

Q: What category and layout does the 2200 Carolina Baybelong to? A: It’s amotor yachtwith a practicalcenter console layout, delivering open-deck access and centralizedhelmcontrol.

Q: Who builds this model? A: The 2200 Carolina Bayis built byTIDEWATER, with brokerage support provided byAndrey Shestakovand the team atShestakov Yacht Sales.

Q: What are the key dimensions and draft? A: The LOAis 22 ft (6.81 m), thebeamis 8 ft (2.59 m), and the minimumdraftis 2.461 ft (0.75 m).

Q: What is the propulsion and fuel type? A: A single YamahaOutboardpowers the boat, running onGas/Petrolfor reliable, straightforward operation.

Q: How much fuel does it carry and what is the hull design? A: Fuel capacity is 56 gallons, and the hull is aModified Deep Veebuilt infiberglass and plasticwith aFiberglassdeck.

Owner Experience Review

Owners run the 2200 Carolina BaybyTIDEWATERprimarily in bays and nearshore waters, including regular inlet work, and repeatedly describe a very dry ride. A Florida Sportsman photo run mentions handling "spitty" inlet chop, and owners note that the wide beam feels stable yet lets the boat "draft like a flats boat."

With a Yamaha F200XB, Yamaha’s performance bulletin recorded 49.2 mph at 6050 rpm, a 3.1 s time to plane, and 0–30 mph in 5.46 s, with a typical cruise around 30–36 mph between 3000–4500 rpm. Multiple owners with 200 hp engines report mid‑40s top end, while one owner with an Evinrude G2 250 HO saw 60 mph at 6000 rpm before adding a trolling motor, on‑board charger, three batteries, and a power pole, and about 55 mph afterward; another summed up the feel as "Awesome torque and great hole shot for suck a heavy boat."

Day to day, owners highlight practical touches: lots of storage, a forward casting deck, built‑in rod storage, and two livewells. One owner placed an on‑board charger and three batteries in the large forward hatch and still had room for tackle bags. Factory foam decking varies by year (reports mention SeaDek, Aqua Marine Deck, or GatorStep), and flip‑up jump seats, cast‑net storage, and a roomy bow/beam make it adaptable for mixed fishing and family trips. On the maintenance side, the Tidewater community has documented mid‑2010s gelcoat spider‑crack concerns and threads about freshwater‑tank leaks, gelcoat repair, and warranty transfers; routine upkeep includes a 100‑hour impeller change, and many owners recommend trim tabs plus prop/RPM tuning to optimize ride and performance.

Pros and Cons

Dry ride in inlet chop and bay conditions, frequently cited by owners and listings.

Strong performance metrics: Yamaha F200XB test showed 3.1 s to plane and 0–30 mph in 5.46 s, with owner‑reported mid‑40s top speed on 200 hp.

Versatile fish‑and‑family layout with tons of storage, forward casting deck, built‑in rod storage, dual livewells, and useful jump seats.

Owner community has documented mid‑2010s gelcoat spider‑crack issues and related warranty/repair discussions.

Best ride and attitude often require trim tabs and prop/RPM tuning, adding setup time and cost.

Added gear weight (trolling motor, charger, multiple batteries, power pole) can trim several mph off top speed.

Comparison with Other Models

Model	LOA	Beam	Draft	Speed (Cruising/Max)	Gross Tonnage
2200 Carolina Bay	22' 0" (6.81 m)	8' 0" (2.59 m)	2' 6" (0.75 m)	-	-
232 CC Adventure	23' 0" (7.21 m)	8' 0" (2.69 m)	4' 1" (1.25 m)	-	-
232 LXF	23' 0" (7.21 m)	8' 0" (2.69 m)	4' 1" (1.25 m)	-	3200
1920 Bay Max	19' 0" (5.84 m)	8' 0" (2.44 m)	2' 9" (0.83 m)	-	-
220 CC Adventure	22' 0" (6.76 m)	8' 0" (2.69 m)	-	45 kn	-
2300 Carolina Bay	23' 0" (7.01 m)	8' 0" (2.64 m)	3' 10" (1.17 m)	-	-
198	19' 0" (5.79 m)	8' 0" (2.54 m)	3' 7" (1.08 m) – 9' 0" (2.75 m)	-	-
220	22' 0" (6.76 m)	8' 0" (2.69 m)	3' 10" (1.17 m)	-	-
232 Center Console Adventure	23' 0" (7.21 m)	8' 0" (2.69 m)	4' 1" (1.25 m)	-	-
230 CC	23' 0" (7.01 m)	8' 0" (2.59 m)	4' 4" (1.33 m) – 9' 10" (3 m)	-	-