Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 vs G3 Boats Tunnel Jon - 1860CCJ 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 vs G3 Boats Tunnel Jon - 1860CCJ 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 WOFJ 2012 at 18,1 ft versus G3 Boats Tunnel Jon - 1860CCJ 2007 at 18,0 ft. At 7 lbs and 82 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 90 hp, the G3 Boats Tunnel Jon - 1860CCJ 2007 has a 30-hp advantage over the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012's 60-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 Tunnel Jon - 1860CCJ 2007 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.
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 Tunnel Jon - 1860CCJ 2007 and its 90-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the G3 Boats Jet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ 2012 with its 60-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
ModelJet Tunnel 1860 WOFJ
ModelTunnel Jon - 1860CCJ
Model Year2012
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Inches8
Beam - Inches8
Deadrise0℃
Deadrise0℃
Depth - Detail24 in
Depth - Detail24 in
Depth - Centimeters60.96
Depth - Centimeters60.96
Depth - Inches24
Depth - Inches24
Weight - Detail700 lbs
Weight - Detail820 lbs
Weight - kg317.51
Weight - kg371.95
Weight - lbs.7
Weight - lbs.82
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 - Detail12 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters26.5
Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6.6
Fuel tank capacity - Gal12
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeJet Drive
Engine max60 / 40J hp
Engine max90 / 65J
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardYamaha
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs
Maximum capacity1,500 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 all23 ft. 7 in. Deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed
Trailer - Weight1,570 lbs
Trailer - Weight1,690 lbs
Trailer - Width85 in
Trailer - Width85 in
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailTrail Guard?