Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 CCJ DLX 2013 vs G3 Boats V175FS 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 CCJ DLX 2013 vs G3 Boats V175FS 2007 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 CCJ DLX 2013 at 18,1 ft versus G3 Boats V175FS 2007 at 17,0 ft. At 85 lbs and 146 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 175 hp, the G3 Boats V175FS 2007 has a 85-hp advantage over the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 CCJ DLX 2013'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 V175FS 2007 carries 35 gallons versus 9 gallons in the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 CCJ DLX 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the G3 Boats V175FS 2007 and its 175-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 CCJ DLX 2013 with its 90-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
ModelJet Tunnel 1860 CCJ DLX
ModelV175FS
Model Year2013
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Inches8
Beam - Inches94
Deadrise0℃
Deadrise13℃
Depth - Detail24 in
Depth - Detail42 in
Depth - Centimeters60.96
Depth - Centimeters106.68
Depth - Inches24
Depth - Inches42
Weight - Detail850 lbs
Weight - Detail1,460 lbs
Weight - kg385.55
Weight - kg662.24
Weight - lbs.85
Weight - lbs.146
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 60 in
Width [transom] - Detail82 in
Height [transom]29 in
Height [transom]20 in
Length - Feet18.08
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters5.51
Length overall - Meters5.31
Length overall - Inches217
Length overall - Inches209
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull thickness0.100 + 0.100 ga. (double plated bow & bottom)
Hull typeTunnel
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeYamaha
Engine makenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail9 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters34.07
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal9
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 / 65J
Engine max175 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardYamaha
Operational Info
StorageLivewell: 15 x 25 in., 19 gal
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs
Maximum capacity1,650 lbs
Maximum people6
Maximum people6
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 7 in. (deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed)
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 6 in. Deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed
Trailer - Weight1,710 lbs
Trailer - Weight2,535 lbs
Trailer - Width85 in
Trailer - Width102 in