G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 boat specs
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G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012
2012
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G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010 boat specs
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G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 vs G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a tunnel G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 against a modified vee G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 measures 18,1 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 3,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010 at 14,8 feet (2010). At 89 lbs and 34 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 Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 has a 65-hp advantage over the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010's 25-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 is rated for 6 passengers, while the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 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 Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 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 Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 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
ModelProp Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX
ModelWelded Jon - 1548 VBW
Model Year2012
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam80 in
Beam70 in
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Meters1.78
Beam - Inches8
Beam - Inches7
Deadrise0℃
Deadrise0℃
Depth - Detail24 in
Depth - Detail21 in
Depth - Centimeters60.96
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Inches24
Depth - Inches21
Weight - Detail890 lbs
Weight - Detail340 lbs
Weight - kg403.7
Weight - kg154.22
Weight - lbs.89
Weight - lbs.34
Height [transom]27 in
Height [transom]16 in
Length - Feet18.08
Length - Feet14.83
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Detail14 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Meters5.51
Length overall - Meters4.52
Length overall - Inches217
Length overall - Inches178
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail48 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull typeTunnel
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine modelYamaha
Engine modelnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail12 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal12
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp
Engine max25 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardYamaha
Operational Info
StorageLivewell: 11 x 21 in., 16 gal
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs
Maximum capacity800 lbs
Maximum people6
Maximum people4
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 7 in. (deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed)
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight1,760 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width85 in
Trailer - Widthnot available

G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 vs G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 or the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010?
The G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 is the longer of the two at 18,1 feet overall. The G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010 comes in at 14,8 feet, making it roughly 3,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 or the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010?
For trailering, the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010 has the edge at 34 lbs dry weight versus 89 lbs for the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 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.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 is rated to a maximum of 90 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010 tops out at 25 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010 is certified for 4. 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.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 measures 8" wide, compared to 7" for the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Are the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 and G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the G3 Boats Prop Tunnel 1860 CCT DLX 2012 and the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1548 VBW 2010 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.