G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 boat specs
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G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010
2010
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G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 boat specs
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G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 vs G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a flat G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 against a tunnel G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 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 Eagle 176 2010 at 17,6 ft versus G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 at 18,1 ft. At 1 lbs and 7 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 60 hp for the G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 and 60 hp for the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012. 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 Eagle 176 2010 carries 12 gallons versus 7 gallons in the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 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 G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 is rated for 6 passengers, while the G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 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 Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 18,1 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 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
ModelEagle 176
ModelJet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ
Model Year201
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam80 in
Beam80 in
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Inches8
Beam - Inches8
Deadrise6°
Deadrise0℃
Depth - Detail24 in
Depth - Detail24 in
Depth - Centimeters60.96
Depth - Centimeters60.96
Depth - Inches24
Depth - Inches24
Weight - Detail1,000 lbs
Weight - Detail700 lbs
Weight - kg453.59
Weight - kg317.51
Weight - lbs.1
Weight - lbs.7
Width [transom] - Detail60 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in
Height [transom]29 in
Length - Feet17.58
Length - Feet18.08
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 7 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Meters5.36
Length overall - Meters5.51
Length overall - Inches211
Length overall - Inches217
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeTunnel
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardYamaha
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail12 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail6.6 gal. portable
Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters26.5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal12
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6.6
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeJet Drive
Engine max60 hp
Engine max60 / 40J hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeYamaha
Operational Info
StorageLivewell: (2) 14 x 41 in., 27 gal
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity1,000 lbs
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs
Maximum people4
Maximum people6
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 7 in. Deduct 20 in. when Trail Guard tongue removed
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 7 in. (deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed)
Trailer - Weight1,730 lbs
Trailer - Weight1,570 lbs
Trailer - Width85 in
Trailer - Width85 in

G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 vs G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 or the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012?
The G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 is the longer of the two at 18,1 feet overall. The G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 comes in at 17,6 feet, making it roughly 0,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 or the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012?
For trailering, the G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 has the edge at 1 lbs dry weight versus 7 lbs for the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 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.
How many people can each boat hold?
The G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 is certified for 6. 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.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 and G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 share an 80 in beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 or the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012?
The G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 has the bigger tank at 12 gallons, versus 7 gallons on the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012. That 5-gallon difference translates to roughly 16–27 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 and G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the G3 Boats Eagle 176 2010 and the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 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.