Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Gator Trax 18 x 62 2011 vs Gator Trax Super Sport 17 x 50 LT 2010 — A Close Look at Two Flats
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Gator Trax 18 x 62 2011 and the Gator Trax Super Sport 17 x 50 LT 2010 are flat designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
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 18 x 62 2011 and Gator Trax Super Sport 17 x 50 LT 2010 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
Model18 x 62
ModelSuper Sport 17 x 50 LT
Model Year2011
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.08
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Inches82
Beam - Inches8
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] - Detail50 in
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches204
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail16 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.41
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches16
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 typeFlat
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard