Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Fish-Rite Baja XL Series 2009 vs Fish-Rite Rogue 17 ft. (84 in. beam) 2007 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Fish-Rite Baja XL Series 2009 and the Fish-Rite Rogue 17 ft. (84 in. beam) 2007 are modified vee designs with aluminum 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?
The Fish-Rite Rogue 17 ft. (84 in. beam) 2007 tops out at 125 hp. Engine specs for the Fish-Rite Baja XL Series 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 5 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 Fish-Rite Baja XL Series 2009 and Fish-Rite Rogue 17 ft. (84 in. beam) 2007 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
MakeFish-Rite
MakeFish-Rite
ModelBaja XL Series
ModelRogue 17 ft. (84 in. beam)
Model Year2009
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Inches91
Beam - Inches84
Width [transom] - Detail72 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail30 in
Height - Detail30 in
Height - Meters0.76
Height - Meters0.76
Height - Inches3
Height - Inches3
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail18 ft
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches204
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail700 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg317.51
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.7
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessSide: 0.125 in. Bottom: 0.16 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail39 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters147.63
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal39
Engine maxnot available
Engine max125 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,100 lbs