G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 boat specs
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G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012
2012
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G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 2007 boat specs
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G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 2007
2007
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G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 vs G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 vs G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 60 hp for the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 and 60 hp for the G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 2007. 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. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 7 gal and 6 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

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 Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 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 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 Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 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
ModelJet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ
ModelOutfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel
Model Year2012
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam80 in
Beam80 in
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Inches8
Beam - Inches8
Deadrise0℃
Deadrisenot available
Depth - Detail24 in
Depth - Detail24 in
Depth - Centimeters60.96
Depth - Centimeters60.96
Depth - Inches24
Depth - Inches24
Weight - Detail700 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg317.51
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.7
Weight - lbs.not available
Height [transom]29 in
Height [transom]29 in
Length - Feet18.08
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Meters5.51
Length overall - Meters5.51
Length overall - Inches217
Length overall - Inches217
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail60 in
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches1
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull typeTunnel
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeYamaha
Engine makenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail6.6 gal. portable
Fuel tank capacity - Detail6 gal. portable
Fuel tank capacity - Liters26.5
Fuel tank capacity - Liters22.71
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6.6
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeJet Drive
Engine max60 / 40J hp
Engine max60 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardYamaha
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people6
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 7 in. (deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed)
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight1,570 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width85 in
Trailer - Widthnot available
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailTrail Guard?

G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 vs G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 or the G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 2007?
The G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 is the longer of the two at 18,1 feet overall. The G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 2007 comes in at 18,0 feet, making it roughly 0,1 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
How many people can each boat hold?
The G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 2007 is certified for 5. 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 Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 and G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 2007 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.
How do the fuel tanks compare on the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 and G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 2007?
Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 7 gallons and 6 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.
Are the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 and G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 and the G3 Boats Outfitter Jon - 1860WOFJ Jet Tunnel 2007 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.