Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1656 CCJ DLX 2013 vs G3 Boats Outfitter V143 T 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a tunnel G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1656 CCJ DLX 2013 against a deep vee G3 Boats Outfitter V143 T 2009 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 Jet Tunnel 1656 CCJ DLX 2013 at 16,4 ft versus G3 Boats Outfitter V143 T 2009 at 14,0 ft. At 83 lbs and 51 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.
The G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1656 CCJ DLX 2013 carries a rated maximum of 60 hp. Engine data for the G3 Boats Outfitter V143 T 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 9 gal and 6 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 4 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 G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1656 CCJ DLX 2013 at 16,4 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The G3 Boats Outfitter V143 T 2009 at 14,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
ModelJet Tunnel 1656 CCJ DLX
ModelOutfitter V143 T
Model Year2013
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.93
Beam - Meters1.78
Beam - Inches76
Beam - Inches7
Deadrise0℃
Deadrisenot available
Depth - Detail21 in
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches21
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail830 lbs
Weight - Detail510 lbs
Weight - kg376.48
Weight - kg231.33
Weight - lbs.83
Weight - lbs.51
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 56 in
Width [transom] - Detail56 in
Height [transom]23 in
Height [transom]20 in
Length - Feet16.42
Length - Feet14
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Meters5
Length overall - Meters4.34
Length overall - Inches197
Length overall - Inches171
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches3
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull thickness0.064 ga
Hull typeTunnel
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeYamaha
Engine makenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail9 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail6 gal. port
Fuel tank capacity - Liters34.07
Fuel tank capacity - Liters22.71
Fuel tank capacity - Gal9
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max60 / 40J
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
StorageLivewell: 15 x 25 in., 19 gal
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity1,050 lbs
Maximum capacity1,000 lbs
Maximum people4
Maximum people4
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 3 in. (deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed)
Trailer - Length over all17 ft. 3 in. Deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed
Trailer - Weight1,610 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width81 in
Trailer - Widthnot available