G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 boat specs
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G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006
2006
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G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004 boat specs
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G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004
2004
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G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 vs G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 vs G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 90 hp for the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 and 75 hp for the G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004. 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 carries 21 gallons versus 13 gallons in the G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004. 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 G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 is rated for 7 passengers, while the G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 17,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeG3 Boats
MakeG3 Boats
ModelDeluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX
ModelEagle 175 Pan Fish
Model Year2006
Model Year2004
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam80 in
Beam72 in
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Meters1.83
Beam - Inches8
Beam - Inches72
Deadrise6℃
Deadrisenot available
Depth - Detail24 in
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters60.96
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches24
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail830 lbs
Weight - Detail920 lbs
Weight - kg376.48
Weight - kg417.3
Weight - lbs.83
Weight - lbs.92
Width [transom] - Detail60 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in
Height [transom]20 in
Length - Feet17
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Inches11
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 11 in
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters5.46
Length overall - Meters5.31
Length overall - Inches215
Length overall - Inches209
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detailn/a
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detailn/a
Body / Hull
Hull thickness.100 gauge
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardYamaha
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail21 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail13 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters79.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters49.21
Fuel tank capacity - Gal21
Fuel tank capacity - Gal13
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typenot available
Engine max90 hp
Engine max75 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs
Maximum capacity1,000 lbs
Maximum people7
Maximum people4 person
Water capacitynot available
Water capacityn/a
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailTrail Guard?
Trailer - DetailCustom powder-coated 3 in. tubular steel trailer w/ 4 bunks (17 ft. boats and up) & 13 in. tires
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 0 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight1,700 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width85 in
Trailer - Widthnot available

G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 vs G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004 — Common Questions

Which is easier to trailer — the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 or the G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004?
For trailering, the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 has the edge at 83 lbs dry weight versus 92 lbs for the G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004. 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 is rated to a maximum of 90 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004 tops out at 75 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004 is certified for 4. 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 G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004 measures 72" wide, compared to 8" for the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006. 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 G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 or the G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004?
The G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 has the bigger tank at 21 gallons, versus 13 gallons on the G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004. That 8-gallon difference translates to roughly 24–40 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 and G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CC DLX 2006 and the G3 Boats Eagle 175 Pan Fish 2004 are built by G3 Boats. 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.