Scout 187 Sportfish Essential Details
- Overall Length: ~18'7"
- Beam (Width): ~7'10"
- Dry Weight: ~1,500 lbs
- Maximum Engine: Single 150 HP
- Fuel Capacity: 40 gallons
- Draft: ~12 inches
- Hull Type: NuV3 triple-stepped hull
- Primary Use: Inshore and nearshore fishing, weekend getaways
Scout 187 Sportfish T-Top Cover Specifications
- Cover Type: T-Top (wraps hull below hardtop framework, protecting deck, console, and seating)
- Fabric Options: 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic
- Solution-Dyed Durability: 5–7 years of protection
- Sunbrella Durability: 8–10 years of premium coverage
- Product ID (PID): 9166
- Price: $790
- Manufacturer: Scout, Summerville, South Carolina since 1989
- Custom Fit: Engineered for Scout 187's NuV3 hull contours
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
Yes. This cover is custom-patterned specifically for the Scout 187 Sportfish T-Top. It wraps the hull below the hardtop while leaving the fiberglass T-Top roof exposed, providing complete below-deck protection.
Under it. The cover wraps your hull, gunwales, and console area below the hardtop frame. The white fiberglass T-Top roof stays fully exposed on top — no struggling with overhead coverage.
9.25 oz Sunbrella acrylic marine fabric. It's the gold standard for marine covers — UV-resistant, mildew-resistant, fade-resistant, and breathable enough to prevent trapped moisture underneath.
Navy, Black, and Charcoal. All three are solution-dyed Sunbrella acrylic with a woven texture that maintains its appearance through years of coastal exposure.
Adjustable straps, quick-release buckles, and shock cord hems provide a snug, wind-resistant fit. One person can install the cover in minutes without tools.
They share Scout's NuV3 hull platform but differ in dimensions and layout details. This cover is patterned specifically for the 187 Sportfish — not a generic fit borrowed from another model.
The cover is designed with proper tension points to minimize water pooling. Some owners add a support pole underneath at the center to create a peak that sheds water more effectively in heavy rain.
The Sunbrella fabric carries a 10-year manufacturer warranty against loss of color, strength, and rot — one of the strongest fabric warranties available in marine covers.
Yes. Sunbrella fabric is engineered for long-term outdoor exposure including winter storage. Its UV resistance and breathability make it ideal for seasonal and year-round protection.
We offer fast, insured shipping anywhere in the continental United States. Orders typically ship within a few business days and arrive at your door with no added shipping cost.
Scout 187 Sportfish T-Top Boat Cover
The Scout 187 Sportfish hits the sweet spot for anglers who want more than the ultra-compact 175 but aren’t ready for a 20-footer. At 18’7″ with a single 150 HP engine, 40-gallon fuel tank, and the NuV3 triple-stepped hull, this boat delivers a meaningful upgrade in power, range, and deck space while staying light at 1,500 lbs dry weight. The 12″ draft accesses the same shallow-water fishing grounds that make Scout’s sportfish line legendary, and the larger fuel capacity means full-day runs to distant grass flats and oyster bars without worrying about the return trip. For many anglers, the 187 Sportfish is their first “real” fishing boat—the platform where weekday creek fishing evolves into serious inshore tournament competition.
Our Perfect Fit T-Top cover for the 187 Sportfish wraps the hull below the hardtop framework, protecting the deck, console, seating, and rod storage from UV degradation, salt corrosion, and moisture intrusion. Available in solution-dyed marine fabric (5–7 years of reliable protection) or premium Sunbrella acrylic (8–10 years with superior salt and mold resistance), the cover anchors with reinforced stitching, hem cord at the rubrail, and adjustable tie-down straps sized for the 187’s specific hull contours. The 18’7″ footprint is still manageable enough for one-person installation—a critical factor for solo anglers who fish regularly and need quick cover-on, cover-off between trips.
The First Serious Fishing Boat Deserves Serious Protection
The 187 Sportfish represents a genuine investment—typically the boat where anglers commit to the sport and start accumulating quality electronics, tackle, and aftermarket upgrades. All of that gear sits on the deck and in the console area that your T-Top cover protects. Salt spray is particularly destructive to electronics connectors and LCD screens, and UV causes gel coat oxidation that compounds over time. By covering the 187 consistently between trips, you’re protecting not just the boat but the entire ecosystem of fishing gear and electronics that makes it productive. The cost of replacing a corroded fishfinder or oxidized gel coat panel far exceeds the cover investment.
Explore Scout’s Sportfish and Center Console Lineup
Perfect Fit carries covers for Scout’s full fleet, including both center console covers and T-Top models across every size class. Compare the Scout 195 Sportfish T-Top cover for the next size up in the sportfish progression, or explore the Scout 225 XSF T-Top cover for express sportfish features with premium fishing infrastructure. Whether you’re growing into your first sportfish or upgrading within the Scout family, Perfect Fit has a custom cover for every step of the journey.
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