Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Pro-Drive SBX (Self Bail) Series 2013 vs Pro-Drive X 17 x 48 (18 in. sides) 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a flat Pro-Drive SBX (Self Bail) Series 2013 against a modified vee Pro-Drive X 17 x 48 (18 in. sides) 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.
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 Pro-Drive SBX (Self Bail) Series 2013 and Pro-Drive X 17 x 48 (18 in. sides) 2009 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
MakePro-Drive
MakePro-Drive
ModelSBX (Self Bail) Series
ModelX 17 x 48 (18 in. sides)
Model Year2013
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters1.7
Beam - Meters1.52
Beam - Inches67
Beam - Inches6
Width [transom] - Detail48 in. bottom
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail24 in
Height - Detail18 in
Height - Meters0.61
Height - Meters0.46
Height - Inches24
Height - Inches18
Length [deck]4 ft
Length [deck]4 ft
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
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.125 in
Hull thickness0.125 in
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail12 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal12
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard