Parker 1801 Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 18'0"
- Beam: 7'6"
- Dry Weight: ~2,050 lbs (1,950 lbs on 2001–2015 models)
- Engine: Single outboard, max 150 HP
- Fuel Capacity: 40 gallons
- Draft: ~7"
- Hull Type: Modified-V fiberglass
- Deadrise: 14°
- Model Years: 1994–2024
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 18'0" Parker 1801 specifications
- Protection: UV-resistant, water-repellent, weatherproof
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.
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.
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Install
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Parker 1801 cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed marine polyester, 7oz solution-dyed polyester, and premium Sunbrella acrylic. All fabrics are solution-dyed — color is permanently fused into every fiber during manufacturing — so the 1801's cover resists fading from years of Carolina sun and salt exposure on dock lifts and trailers.
Yes. Pattern-cut with reinforced cutouts that fit precisely around the T-Top support legs. The fabric wraps the 1801's modified-V hull (14° deadrise) below the hardtop while leaving the white fiberglass roof fully exposed. The pattern accounts for the 1801's compact center console, rod holders, and fishing cockpit layout.
Installation takes under 5 minutes solo with no tools. Drape from bow over the console and T-Top legs, then secure with the hem cord at the rubrail and adjustable tie-down straps with quick-release buckles. The 1801's compact 18' length and 7'6" beam make it one of the easiest boats to cover single-handed.
No — please remove the cover before towing your Parker 1801. Our covers are not designed to be trailered: towing with the cover on can cause severe damage to the cover and voids the warranty. The cover is designed for storage only — on a trailer, boat lift, dry stack, or jet dock — and comes off in minutes at the ramp.
Complete barrier over the Parker 1801's helm electronics, GPS/fishfinder, rod holders, and all seating surfaces. UV rays, rain, salt spray, bird droppings, and pollen are blocked while the breathable fabric prevents moisture and mildew buildup underneath.
Your Parker 1801 cover is backed by our manufacturer's warranty for the original purchaser. Materials and workmanship — stitching, straps, buckles, zippers, and other hardware — are covered for 1 year from the purchase date. Fabric is covered for 3 years on 7oz, 5 years on black or navy 9oz, and 6 years on Sunbrella. Covered defects are repaired or replaced after you contact us for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. The warranty does not cover improper use, accident or negligence, unauthorized modifications, improper care, mold or mildew, incorrectly placed orders, theft or loss, or acts of God — and traveling with the cover on or using it in the water voids the warranty. See our Warranty page for full details.
Water-resistant with a DWR (durable water repellent) finish that causes rain to bead and roll off. Also breathable — trapped moisture escapes through the fabric weave, preventing mildew on the 1801's upholstery and electronics in humid North Carolina and coastal environments.
Yes. Pattern-cut to the Parker 1801's standard production dimensions (18' LOA, 7'6" beam, 14° deadrise) with factory T-Top configuration. Parker has maintained consistent hull dimensions across the 1801 production run from Beaufort, NC.
The Parker 1801 cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed polyester in Navy or Black, 7oz polyester in Black, or premium Sunbrella acrylic in Marine Blue, Black, or Smoke. Choose your fabric and color in the order options above.
Shipping is a $30 flat rate per cover within the continental United States. Because every cover is custom-made to order, please allow 1–3 weeks for your Parker 1801 cover to be made and shipped — you'll receive tracking information as soon as it leaves our facility.
⏱️ Current lead time: 1–3 weeks — every cover is custom-made for your boat.
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628
Parker 1801 T-Top Boat Cover — Beaufort-Built Solid Fiberglass Protection
The Parker 1801 measures 18′ overall with a 7’6″ beam, 2,050 pounds dry, and a 14-degree deadrise modified-V hull — the most compact center console in Parker Boats’ lineup, built at their sprawling facility in Beaufort, North Carolina. Every Parker hull is solid fiberglass — not cored, not balsa-filled — laid up in a female mold with top-shelf gel coat, fiberglass mat, woven roving, and isophthalic polyester resin for maximum water resistance and structural integrity. Standard power is a Yamaha F115 pushing the 1801 to around 32 mph, with an optional F150 reaching 40 mph. With 40 gallons of fuel, a forward livewell under the bow lounge, stern jump seats, built-in rod storage, and clever toe rails tucked under the gunwales for locking your feet in while fighting fish in rough weather, the 1801 packs serious fishing capability into a trailer-friendly package. Pair this T-Top cover with boat shade kits for complete sun protection at the dock.
Pattern-Cut for the 1801’s Compact Fishing Layout
This cover is cut specifically for the Parker 1801’s solid fiberglass hull, center console with stowage underneath, reversible leaning post with aft livewell, and T-Top configuration. The fabric wraps the hull below the hardtop with reinforced cutouts around the T-Top support legs, while the white fiberglass hardtop roof remains fully exposed on top. A hem cord at the rubrail and adjustable tie-down straps secure the cover — and at 18 feet and 2,050 pounds, the 1801 is the most frequently trailered Parker in the lineup, built for anglers who fish different ramps every weekend. Remove the cover before towing — it’s designed for storage, not travel. Installation takes under five minutes solo. The next step up is the Parker 21 SE T-Top boat cover, offering pattern-cut fit for the 21-foot Special Edition platform.
Crystal Coast Heritage, Premium Fabric
Parker has been building boats on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast since the late 1960s — born from a centuries-old tradition of hand-crafted boatbuilding in Beaufort, just minutes from some of the most productive fishing waters on the East Coast. The 1801 carries that heritage in every solid-fiberglass panel. Choose 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric for 5-7 years of UV and salt resistance, or premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8-10 years. Both are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and breathable to prevent trapped moisture from damaging the 1801’s electronics, jump seat cushions, and upholstery. Every cover ships within 1–3 weeks and is backed by our warranty (1 year on materials and workmanship, plus 3–6 years on the fabric). For owners who need a full-enclosure CC option, the Parker 2300 DV T-Top boat cover covers the deep-vee offshore platform with the same Beaufort-built quality.