Tidewater 1800 Bay Max T-Top Boat Cover & Canvas

Tidewater 1800 Bay Max Specifications

• Length Overall (LOA): 18'2"
• Beam: 7'8"
• Dry Weight: ~1,250 lbs
• Engine: Single outboard, max 115 HP
• Fuel Capacity: 37 gallons
• Draft: ~8"
• Hull Type: Modified-vee, 15° deadrise

Cover Features

• Fabric Options: 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic
• Coverage Type: T-Top cover wraps hull below hardtop; hardtop remains exposed
• Construction: Reinforced stitching, hem cord at rubrail, adjustable tie-down straps
• Durability: Solution-dyed fabric (5-7 years); Sunbrella acrylic (8-10 years)
• Fit: Custom-fitted to 18'2" Tidewater 1800 Bay Max specifications
• Protection: UV-resistant, water-repellent, weatherproof

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Description

Additional information

Choose Your Cover Fabric

7 oz. Polyester — Our entry-level marine cover fabric, woven from 100% polyester fiber at a 7 oz. per linear yard weight. This lighter option keeps the cover manageable for solo handling while still delivering reliable protection against sun, rain, and debris. Backed by a 3-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black.

9 oz. Polyester — Step up to our heavy-duty polyester, engineered at 9 oz. per linear yard for boats that face tougher conditions or extended outdoor storage. The denser weave adds an extra layer of defense against abrasion and weather without adding unnecessary bulk. Protected by a 5-year fabric warranty. Ships in Navy or Black.

Sunbrella® — For boaters who want the best, our Sunbrella covers use 100% solution-dyed acrylic — the same fabric trusted by marine professionals worldwide. Naturally resistant to fading, mold, and water damage, Sunbrella holds its color and integrity season after season. Covered by a 6-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black, Smoke, or Marine Blue.

Both polyester options feature solution-dyed construction, where pigment is infused into each fiber during production rather than applied to the surface afterward. This process locks color deep into the material, preventing any dye transfer to your boat’s gel coat or finish. The result is a cover that stays vibrant without bleeding or rubbing off. Our polyester is also designed to breathe — it allows moisture trapped underneath to vent out naturally, reducing the risk of mildew and keeping your boat dry. The fabric holds its form without sagging or stretching over time, stays lightweight enough for one person to handle, and stands up to prolonged UV exposure and harsh marine weather.

*The warranty periods above are provided by the fabric manufacturer and cover the material itself. For details on what’s included in the warranty for your completed cover, please see our warranty page.

Weight	28 lbs

Install

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• *Materials

  • 9oz7ozSunbrella

  *Fabric & Colors

  • -select-Navy - 5yr WarrantyBlack- 5yr Warranty

  *Fabric & Colors

  • -select-Black- 3yr Warranty

  *Fabric & Colors

  • -select-Marine Blue - 6yr WarrantyBlack- 6yr WarrantySmoke- 6yr Warranty

• Cover Option

  Boat Option

  *Year

  • -select-2027202620252024202320222021202020192018201720162015201420132012201120102009200820072006200520042003200220012000

  *How is your boat stored?

  • -select-TrailerLiftDry StackJet DockIn WaterSea PenOther (Please provide a description in the box at the bottom of order page.)

  *Zipper Access Side

  

  Port & Starboard Side Please select a port or starboard side zipper entry for your cover. The zipper entry will be located in-line with the helm seat.

  • -select-Port SideStarboard SideCenter Rear(Catamaran Only)

  *T-Top Type

  Hard top

  Hard top with aft support bars

  Lace On Canvas Top

  Key West Style Top

  Other

  • -select-Hard TopHard Top with Aft Support BarsCanvas TopKey West Style TopOther (Please provide a description in the box at the bottom of order page.)

  *Boat Style

  Center console

  Dual console

  Walk around

  Other (explain in aftermarket)

  • -select-Center ConsoleDual ConsoleWalkaroundCenter Console CatamaranDual Console CatamaranOther (Please provide a description in the box at the bottom of order page.)

  You have selected "Sea Pen" as your storage option. Please call our office at 843-760-6101 to place your order.

  Key West Style Top is not exclusive to Key West Boats.

  Aft Support Bars

  Does your t-top have aft support bars?

  

  * 

  • Yes
  • No

  Jet Dock Storage

  Our Covers are designed to fit best with the motors trimmed down. By choosing Jet Dock as a storage option, you're agreeing to modify your cover further if the fit at the motors isn't as desired.

   

  * 

  • I Acknowledge

  In Water Storage

  Our covers are not designed for In Water use. Selecting this option is acknowledging that you will have to take the cover to a local canvas shop for modification and will void your warranty. We recommend our Center Console Curtain as a solution for In Water Storage.

   

  * 

  • I Acknowledge

  Motor Option

  Bow Option

  *Motors

  • -select-Single EngineTwin EnginesTriple EnginesQuadruple EnginesOther (Please provide a description in the box at the bottom of order page.)

  *Bow Rails

  No Bow Rail

  Low Bow Rail (Less than 8")

  Reccessed Bow Rail

  High Bow Rail (More than 9")

  Walkthrough Bow Rail

  Other

  • -select-No RailsRecessedLow - 8" or lessHigh - 9" or moreWalkthroughOther (Please provide a description in the box at the bottom of order page.)

  *Make

  • -select-EvinrudeHondaJohnsonMercuryMercury VeradosSuzukiYamahaYamaha VMAX & SHOOther (Please provide a description in the box at the bottom of order page.)

  *Trolling Motor

  • -select-YesNoRemovable

  *Motor Size

  • -select-90 HP115 HP135 HP140 HP150 HP175 HP200 HP225 HP250 HP300 HP350 HP400 HP425 HP450 HP557 HPOther (Please provide a description in the box at the bottom of order page.)

  *Bow Accessories

  No Bow Accessories

  Bow Roller

  Through Hull Anchor

  Bow Pulpit

  Other

  • -select-NoneBow RollerThru Hull AnchorBow PulpitOther (Please provide a description in the box at the bottom of order page.)

  *Has your boat been re-powered?

  A re-powered motor means the motor has been upgraded or there has been a change in the motor style from the original factory motor

  • -select-YesNo

  *What Year Did You Re-power Your Motor?

  • -select-2024202320222021202020192018201720162015201420132012201120102009200820072006200520042003200220012000

  There is a variety of different style trolling motors. For this reason, trolling motor patterns are not available. You must remove trolling motor for cover to fit.

  * 

  *I will remove trolling motor selection will be filled

  • I AGREE TO REMOVE TROLLING MOTOR

  Additional Option

  *Ski/Tow Bar

  I do not have a ski or tow bar.

  My bar is over the top of the engine.

  My bar is in front of the engine.

  Other

  • -select-NoneOver the top of the engineIn front of the engineOther (Please provide a description in the box at the bottom of order page.)

  *Jack Plate

  

  If you have a jack plate, please choose which size.

  • -select-None4 inch6 inch8 inch10 inch12 inch14 inch

  *Power Poles

  Motor Bracket Mount

  Transom Mount

   

   

  Other

  • -select-NonePort Side Engine Bracket MountStarboard Side Engine Bracket MountDual Engine Bracket MountPort Side Transom MountStarboard Side Transom MountDual Transom MountOther (Please provide a description in the box at the bottom of order page.)

  You have selected Powerpoles as an option. Measurements are needed in order to process your order. Please click the link below, fill in the measurements and send back to info@perfectfitboatcovers.com in order to fully process your order. Please include your name in the subject line. Power Pole Measurement Form 

  If you have selected "Other" for any answers, please enter description below. Please List Any After Market Products That May Affect the Fit Of The Cover to include if you have a Raptor or Talon Powerpole.

Tidewater 1800 Bay Max T-Top Boat Cover & Canvas quantity

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⏱️ Current lead time: 1–3 weeks — every cover is custom-made for your boat.
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628

Tidewater 1800 Bay Max T-Top Boat Cover — Compact Bay Boat Protection Built for Skinny Water

The Tidewater 1800 Bay Max packs serious bay boat capability into an 18’2″ hull with a 7’8″ beam and approximately 1,250-lb dry weight. Powered by up to 115 HP and drawing just 8″ of draft, this compact Bay Max was designed in Lexington, South Carolina for anglers who need to reach shallow flats, oyster bars, and backwater marshes that larger boats simply cannot access. With a 37-gallon fuel tank and a 15-degree deadrise modified-vee hull, the 1800 Bay Max handles light chop on open bay water while still floating shallow enough for serious inshore work. A custom-fitted cover from the Tidewater boat covers collection protects every inch of this versatile platform from UV exposure, salt spray, and seasonal weather between trips.

Engineered for the 1800 Bay Max’s Shallow-Draft Layout

This T-Top cover is pattern-cut specifically for the 1800 Bay Max’s compact footprint — wrapping around the T-Top legs, center console, and leaning post while clearing rod holders, livewells, and the forward casting deck. The cover drapes over the hull and secures beneath the rubrail with an integrated hem cord and adjustable strap-and-buckle system. One person can install it in under five minutes, and it stays secure at highway speeds for trailering to your next launch. With just 8 inches of draft, the 1800 Bay Max is built for trailer-friendly ramp access, and this cover is built to protect it on the road. Anglers stepping up from the 1800 Bay Max will find similar coverage for the Tidewater 210 Bay — the next model in the Bay series.

Protection That Matches Tidewater Bay Max Quality

The cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric rated for 5-7 years of UV and weather resistance, or premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8-10 years of protection. Both options are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and breathable to prevent moisture buildup underneath — critical for protecting the 1800 Bay Max’s upholstery, electronics, and gel coat. Double-stitched seams and reinforced stress points ensure long-term durability, and a 2-year manufacturer warranty backs every cover. For complete cockpit enclosure, pair this T-Top cover with a Tidewater 1800 Bay Max center console cover for full protection from bow to stern.