Matching a tri-hull Hurricane Boats SD 187 OB 2012 against a modified vee Hurricane Boats SD 217 OB 2009 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 Hurricane Boats SD 187 OB 2012 measures 18,8 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 16,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Hurricane Boats SD 217 OB 2009 at 2,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Hurricane Boats SD 187 OB 2012 tips the scales at 3 299 lbs — 2 906 lbs more than the Hurricane Boats SD 217 OB 2009 at 393 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 225 hp, the Hurricane Boats SD 217 OB 2009 has a 25-hp advantage over the Hurricane Boats SD 187 OB 2012's 200-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 49 gal and 52 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 1 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 Hurricane Boats SD 187 OB 2012 at 18,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Hurricane Boats SD 217 OB 2009 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.