Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 boat specs
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Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009
2009
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Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 boat specs
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Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008
2008
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Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 vs Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 against a modified vee Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 measures 34,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 4,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 at 29,5 feet (2009). At 1 lbs and 14 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.

The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 tops out at 440 hp. Engine specs for the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 carries 185 gallons versus 145 gallons in the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 34,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeBack Cove Yachts
MakeBack Cove Yachts
ModelBack Cove 29
ModelBack Cove 33
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10 ft. 6 in. (3.23 m)
Beam12 ft. 0 in. (3.66 m)
Beam - Meters3.2
Beam - Meters3.66
Beam - Inches126
Beam - Inches144
Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (0.76 m)
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 1 in. (0.94 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Inches3
Draft [max] - Inches37
Weight - Detail10,000 lbs. (4,536 kg) (light load)
Weight - Detail14,000 lbs. (5,897 kg)
Weight - kg4535.92
Weight - kg6350.29
Weight - lbs.1
Weight - lbs.14
Length - Feet29.5
Length - Feet34
Length overall - Detail29 ft. 6 in. (9 m)
Length overall - Detail34 ft. 4 in. (10.46 m) (not including anchor roller or swim platform)
Length overall - Meters8.99
Length overall - Meters10.46
Length overall - Inches354
Length overall - Inches412
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters10.46
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches4
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardYanmar 6BY 260 hp
Engine/s standardYanmar 6LY 380 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detail145 gal. (545 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail185 gal. (694 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters548.88
Fuel tank capacity - Liters700.3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal145
Fuel tank capacity - Gal185
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max440 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity30 gal. (113 l)
Water capacity60 gal. (225 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (113 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail60 gal. (225 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56
Holding tank capacity - Liters227.12
Holding tank capacity - Gal3
Holding tank capacity - Gal6
Headroomnot available
Headroom6 ft. 5 in. (1.9 m)
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity5 @ 6 ft. 6 in. (1.98 m)

Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 vs Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 or the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008?
The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 is the longer of the two at 34,0 feet overall. The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 comes in at 29,5 feet, making it roughly 4,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 or the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008?
For trailering, the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 has the edge at 1 lbs dry weight versus 14 lbs for the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 has a documented max rating of 440 hp. Engine specifications for the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 is certified for 10. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 measures 144" wide, compared to 126" for the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 or the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008?
The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 has the bigger tank at 185 gallons, versus 145 gallons on the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009. That 40-gallon difference translates to roughly 120–200 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 and Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 29 2009 and the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 are built by Back Cove Yachts. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.