G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007 boat specs
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G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007
2007
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G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 boat specs
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G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011
2011
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G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007 vs G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007 vs G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 115 hp, the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 has a 25-hp advantage over the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 carries 21 gallons versus 12 gallons in the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007. 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 Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 is rated for 8 passengers, while the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 18,9 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeG3 Boats
MakeG3 Boats
ModelDeluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX
ModelProp Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX
Model Year2007
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam80 in
Beam91 in
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Inches8
Beam - Inches91
Height [transom]27 in
Height [transom]27 in
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet18.92
Length - Inches1
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 11 in
Length overall - Meters5.51
Length overall - Meters5.77
Length overall - Inches217
Length overall - Inches227
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise6℃
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail28 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters71.12
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches28
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,16
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg526.17
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.116
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull typenot available
Hull typeTunnel
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardYamaha
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail12 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail21 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters79.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal12
Fuel tank capacity - Gal21
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp
Engine max115 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeYamaha
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailTrail Guard?
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 7 in. Deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 10 in. (deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed)
Trailer - Width85 in
Trailer - Width92 in
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Weight2,270 lbs
Operational Info
Storagenot available
StorageLivewell: 11 x 21 in., 16 gal
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,755
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people8

G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007 vs G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007 or the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011?
The G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 is the longer of the two at 18,9 feet overall. The G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007 comes in at 18,0 feet, making it roughly 0,9 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 is rated to a maximum of 115 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007 tops out at 90 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 - 1860CCT DLX 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 is certified for 8. 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 Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 measures 91" wide, compared to 8" for the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007. 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 - 1860CCT DLX 2007 or the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011?
The G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 has the bigger tank at 21 gallons, versus 12 gallons on the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007. That 9-gallon difference translates to roughly 27–45 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007 and G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the G3 Boats Deluxe Jon - 1860CCT DLX 2007 and the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1966 CCT DLX 2011 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.