Matching a modified vee G3 Boats 1966 SC DLX 2009 against a tunnel G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2013 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — G3 Boats 1966 SC DLX 2009 at 18,0 ft versus G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2013 at 18,9 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the G3 Boats 1966 SC DLX 2009 tips the scales at 1 065 lbs — 949 lbs more than the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2013 at 116 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 115 hp for the G3 Boats 1966 SC DLX 2009 and 115 hp for the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2013. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 21 gal and 19 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

Both boats are rated for 8 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.