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 37 2010 boat specs
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Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010
2010
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Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 vs Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010: Which Modified-V Boat Fits Your Needs?

Both the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 and the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010 measures 38,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 at 34,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010 tips the scales at 22 000 lbs - 8 000 lbs less than the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 at 14 000 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 carries a rated maximum of 440 hp. Engine data for the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010 carries 300 gallons versus 185 gallons in the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008. 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 37 2010 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 caps at 10. 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 37 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 11 passengers and at 38,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 10 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeBack Cove Yachts
MakeBack Cove Yachts
ModelBack Cove 33
ModelBack Cove 37
Model Year2008
Model Year2010
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam12 ft. 0 in. (3.66 m)
Beam13 ft. (3.97 m)
Beam - Meters3.66
Beam - Meters3.96
Beam - Inches144
Beam - Inches156
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 1 in. (0.94 m)
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 3 in. (1.0 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inches37
Draft [max] - Inches39
Weight - Detail14,000 lbs. (5,897 kg)
Weight - Detail22,000 lbs. (9,979 kg)
Weight - kg6350.29
Weight - kg9979.02
Weight - lbs.14000
Weight - lbs.22000
Length - Meters10.46
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet34
Length - Feet38
Length - Inches4
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail34 ft. 4 in. (10.46 m) (not including anchor roller or swim platform)
Length overall - Detail38 ft. 0 in. (11.59 m) (not including anchor roller or swim platform)
Length overall - Meters10.46
Length overall - Meters11.58
Length overall - Inches412
Length overall - Inches456
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardYanmar 6LY 380 hp
Engine/s standardCummins QSB 5.9, 480 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detail185 gal. (694 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail300 gal. (1,136 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters700.3
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1135.62
Fuel tank capacity - Gal185
Fuel tank capacity - Gal300
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Engine max440 hp
Engine maxnot available
Exhaustnot available
Exhaust6 in. with two stage horizontal muffler
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 5 in. (1.9 m)
Headroom6 ft. 5 in. (1.96 m)
Sleeping capacity5 @ 6 ft. 6 in. (1.98 m)
Sleeping capacity5 @ 6 ft. 6 in. (1.98 m)
Water capacity60 gal. (225 l)
Water capacity120 gal. (450 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail60 gal. (225 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters227.12
Holding tank capacity - Liters189.27
Holding tank capacity - Gal60
Holding tank capacity - Gal50
Water heater capacitynot available
Water heater capacity11 gal. (41.64 l)

Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 vs Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 or the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010?
The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010 is the longer of the two at 38,0 feet overall. The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 comes in at 34,0 feet, making it roughly 4,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 or the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010?
For trailering, the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 has the edge at 14 000 lbs dry weight versus 22 000 lbs for the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010. 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 37 2010 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 33 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010 is certified for 11. 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 37 2010 measures 156" wide, compared to 144" for the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008. 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 33 2008 or the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010?
The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010 has the bigger tank at 300 gallons, versus 185 gallons on the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008. That 115-gallon difference translates to roughly 345–575 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 and Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2008 and the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2010 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.