Scout 188 Sport Dorado Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 18'11"
- Beam: 7'6"
- Dry Weight: ~1,950 lbs (without engine)
- Engine: Single outboard, max 115 HP
- Fuel Capacity: 39 gallons
- Draft: ~11"
- Hull Type: 13° deadrise, hand-laid fiberglass
Cover Features
- Fabric Options: 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic
- Coverage Type: Center console cover encloses entire hull, consoles, and engine
- 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 18'11" Scout 188 Sport Dorado 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 Scout 188 Sport Dorado center console cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric, which offers 5–7 years of UV and weather protection, or premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8–10 years of enhanced durability. Both fabrics are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and designed for the marine environment.
The cover is pattern-cut specifically for the Scout 188 Sport Dorado's dual console configuration. It creates a single smooth profile that peaks at the consoles and slopes down to the gunwales, completely enclosing the cockpit, seating, storage areas, and engine underneath.
Installation takes under five minutes and can be done solo. Drape the cover over the 188 Sport Dorado's hull, position it so it peaks naturally at the dual consoles, and secure the adjustable strap-and-buckle tie-downs along the rubrail. No tools or extra hands required.
No — please remove the cover before towing your Scout 188 Sport Dorado. 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.
Yes. The cover completely shields the 188 Sport Dorado's helm electronics, gauges, dual consoles, port and starboard lounge seating, livewell, and all interior surfaces from UV rays, rain, salt spray, bird droppings, and airborne debris.
Your Scout 188 Sport Dorado 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.
The cover is water-resistant with a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish that causes water to bead and roll off. It's intentionally breathable rather than fully waterproof — this prevents moisture and mildew from building up underneath, which is critical for protecting the 188 Sport Dorado's interior in humid marine environments.
This cover is designed for the Scout 188 Sport Dorado in standard production configuration. It fits all current production years of the 188 Sport Dorado with the standard dual console layout.
The Scout 188 Sport Dorado 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 Scout 188 Sport Dorado 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
Scout 188 Sport Dorado Center Console Boat Cover — Dual Console Versatility Meets All-Weather Protection
The Scout 188 Sport Dorado brings dual console versatility to an easily trailerable 18’11” package. Built with 100% hand-laid fiberglass at Scout’s facility in Summerville, South Carolina, the 188 Sport Dorado features a 13-degree deadrise hull, a 39-gallon fuel tank, and up to 115 horsepower — enough to handle coastal bays and nearshore waters with confidence. Port and starboard lounge seating, a port aft aerated livewell, and a full bow rail make it equally ready for a family cruise or a morning fishing run. A custom-fitted center console cover from Scout boat covers protects the 188 Sport Dorado’s dual consoles, seating, livewell, and swim platform from UV damage, rain, and salt air between trips.
Tailored to the 188 Sport Dorado’s Family-Friendly Layout
This cover is pattern-cut specifically for the Scout 188 Sport Dorado’s dual console configuration. The fabric creates a single smooth profile peaking at the consoles and sloping down to the gunwales in every direction, completely enclosing the cockpit, port and starboard lounge seating, storage compartments, and engine beneath a uniform drape. Installation takes under five minutes solo: drape the cover over the hull, secure the adjustable strap-and-buckle tie-downs at the rubrail, and you’re covered. With the 188 Sport Dorado’s light 1,950-lb dry weight and 11-inch draft, it’s an easy boat to launch and store — and the same fit quality carries over to the Scout 195 Sport Dorado boat cover. Remove the cover before towing — it’s designed for storage, not highway travel.
Protection That Matches Scout’s Hand-Laid Quality
Scout backs every hull with a 10-year warranty, and your cover should match that commitment. Choose from 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric with a 5–7 year lifespan, or upgrade to premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8–10 years of protection. Both options are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and UV-stable with double-stitched seams throughout. Every cover ships with our warranty (1 year on materials and workmanship, plus 3–6 years on the fabric) and is backed by the same commitment to quality that defines the Key West 189 FS boat cover experience across our full lineup.