Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2009 vs Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2011 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2009 and the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2011 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — 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?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2009 at 34,3 ft versus Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2011 at 34,3 ft. At 16 lbs and 16 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.
Both boats are rated for 10 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2009 and Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 33 2011 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeBack Cove Yachts
MakeBack Cove Yachts
ModelBack Cove 33
ModelBack Cove 33
Model Year2009
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam12 ft. (3.66 m)
Beam12 ft. (3.66 m)
Beam - Meters3.66
Beam - Meters3.66
Beam - Inches144
Beam - Inches144
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 1 in. (0.94 m)
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 1 in. (0.94 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Inches37
Draft [max] - Inches37
Weight - Detail16,000 lbs. (5,897 kg)
Weight - Detail16,000 lbs. (5,897 kg)
Weight - kg7257.47
Weight - kg7257.47
Weight - lbs.16
Weight - lbs.16
Length - Feet34.33
Length - Feet34.33
Length overall - Detail34 ft. 4 in. (10.46 m) (not including anchor roller or swim platform)
Length overall - Detail34 ft. 4 in. (10.46 m) (not including anchor roller or swim platform)
Length overall - Meters10.46
Length overall - Meters10.46
Length overall - Inches412
Length overall - Inches412
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardYanmar 6LY 380 hp
Engine/s standardYanmar 6LY 380 hp
Exhaust6 in. with two stage horizontal muffler
Exhaust6 in. with 2-stage horizontal muffler
Fuel tank capacity - Detail185 gal. (695 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail185 gal. (695 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters700.3
Fuel tank capacity - Liters700.3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal185
Fuel tank capacity - Gal185
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 5 in. (1.96 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 capacity60 gal. (225 l)
Water heater capacity6 gal. (22.7 l)
Water heater capacity6 gal. (22.7 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (112 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (112 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters151.42
Holding tank capacity - Liters151.42
Holding tank capacity - Gal4
Holding tank capacity - Gal4