Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Gator Trax Big Water 21 in. Sides (1/8) 2012 vs Gator Trax Guide Edition 17 x 50 (21 in. sides) 2008 — A Close Look at Two Flats
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Gator Trax Big Water 21 in. Sides (1/8) 2012 and the Gator Trax Guide Edition 17 x 50 (21 in. sides) 2008 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 Big Water 21 in. Sides (1/8) 2012 and Gator Trax Guide Edition 17 x 50 (21 in. sides) 2008 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
ModelBig Water 21 in. Sides (1/8)
ModelGuide Edition 17 x 50 (21 in. sides)
Model Year2012
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Width [transom] - Detail62 in
Width [transom] - Detail50 in
Height - Detail21 in
Height - Detail21 in
Height - Meters0.53
Height - Meters0.53
Height - Inches21
Height - Inches21
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
Beam69 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters1.75
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches69
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