Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 boat specs
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Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012
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Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012 boat specs
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Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012
2012
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Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 vs Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 and the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012 are deep 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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012 measures 38,0 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 3,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 at 34,3 feet (2012). At 16 lbs and 22 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 34 2012 carries a rated maximum of 380 hp. Engine data for the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012 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 34 2012 carries 185 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012. 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 2012 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 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 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012 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 34 2012 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 34
ModelBack Cove 37
Model Year2012
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam12 ft. (3.67 m)
Beam13 ft. (3.97 m)
Beam - Meters3.66
Beam - Meters3.96
Beam - Inches144
Beam - Inches156
Draft [drive up] - Detail27 in. (0.69 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.69
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches27
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail37 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 - Detail16,000 lbs. (5,443 kg)
Weight - Detail22,000 lbs. (9,979 kg)
Weight - kg7257.47
Weight - kg9979.02
Weight - lbs.16
Weight - lbs.22
Length - Feet34.33
Length - Feet38
Length [over all with swim platform]37 ft. 7 in. (11.45 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detail34 ft. 4 in. (10.46 m)
Length overall - Detail38 ft. (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 typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeYanmar 6LY
Engine makenot available
Exhaust6 in. with two stage horizontal muffler
Exhaust6 in. with two stage horizontal muffler
Fuel tank capacity - Detail185 gal. (700 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 - Gal3
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Horsepower380 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardCummins QSB 5.9, 480 hp
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 5 in. (1.96 m)
Headroom6 ft. 5 in. (1.96 m)
Sleeping capacity5 at 6 ft. 6 in. (1.98 m)
Sleeping capacity5 at 6 ft. 6 in. (1.98 m)
Water capacity80 gal. (300 l)
Water capacity120 gal. (450 l)
Water heater capacity11 gal. (41 l)
Water heater capacity11 gal. (41.64 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters151.42
Holding tank capacity - Liters189.27
Holding tank capacity - Gal4
Holding tank capacity - Gal5

Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 vs Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 or the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012?
The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012 is the longer of the two at 38,0 feet overall. The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 comes in at 34,3 feet, making it roughly 3,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 or the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012?
For trailering, the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 has the edge at 16 lbs dry weight versus 22 lbs for the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012. 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 34 2012 has a documented max rating of 380 hp. Engine specifications for the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012 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 34 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012 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 2012 measures 156" wide, compared to 144" for the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012. 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 34 2012 or the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012?
The Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 has the bigger tank at 185 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012. That 182-gallon difference translates to roughly 546–910 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 and Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 34 2012 and the Back Cove Yachts Back Cove 37 2012 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.