Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Gator Trax 17 x 62 2013 vs Gator Trax Mud Buddy 17 x 54 (19 in. sides) 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Gator Trax 17 x 62 2013 vs Gator Trax Mud Buddy 17 x 54 (19 in. sides) 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 are rated for 5 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 Gator Trax 17 x 62 2013 and Gator Trax Mud Buddy 17 x 54 (19 in. sides) 2007 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeGator Trax
MakeGator Trax
Model17 x 62
ModelMud Buddy 17 x 54 (19 in. sides)
Model Year2013
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Draft [max] - Detail4 in
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.1
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches4
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Width [transom] - Detail62 in
Width [transom] - Detail54 in
Height - DetailSides: 16 in
Height - Detail19 in
Height - Meters0.41
Height - Meters0.48
Height - Inches16
Height - Inches19
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail17 ft
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches204
Beamnot available
Beam73 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches73
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]16 or 21 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.125 in
Hull thickness0.125 in
Hull typeFlat
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard