Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Gator Trax Bay Boat 17 x 72 2007 vs Gator Trax Big Water 21 in. Sides (1/8) 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Gator Trax Bay Boat 17 x 72 2007 vs Gator Trax Big Water 21 in. Sides (1/8) 2012 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 Bay Boat 17 x 72 2007 and Gator Trax Big Water 21 in. Sides (1/8) 2012 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
ModelBay Boat 17 x 72
ModelBig Water 21 in. Sides (1/8)
Model Year2007
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 6 in
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches9
Beam - Inchesnot available
Height - Detail26 in
Height - Detail21 in
Height - Meters0.66
Height - Meters0.53
Height - Inches26
Height - Inches21
Height [transom]21 or 25 in
Height [transom]not available
Length [deck]Front: 44 in. Rear: 42 in
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail17 ft
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches204
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail62 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness3/16 in
Hull thickness0.125 in
Hull typenot available
Hull typeFlat
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard