Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Sea Fox 220 XT 2010 vs Sea Fox 240 Viper 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Sea Fox 220 XT 2010 is a modified-V design and the Sea Fox 240 Viper 2013 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Sea Fox 220 XT 2010 at 22,0 ft versus Sea Fox 240 Viper 2013 at 24,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Sea Fox 240 Viper 2013 tips the scales at 3 300 lbs - 1 500 lbs less than the Sea Fox 220 XT 2010 at 1 800 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 300 hp, the Sea Fox 240 Viper 2013 has a 75-hp advantage over the Sea Fox 220 XT 2010's 225-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Sea Fox 240 Viper 2013 carries 90 gallons versus 65 gallons in the Sea Fox 220 XT 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 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 Sea Fox 240 Viper 2013 at 24,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Sea Fox 220 XT 2010 at 22,0 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.
General Boat Info
Model220 XT
Model240 Viper
Model Year2010
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 10 in. (2.4 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 10 in. (2.3 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.39
Bridge clearance - Meters2.39
Bridge clearance - Inches94
Bridge clearance - Inches94
Deadrise16°
Deadrise15°
Draft [max] - DetailTunnel Hull: 11 in. (0.28 m) V-Hull: 13 in. (0.33 m)
Draft [max] - DetailTunnel Hull: 11 in. (0.27 m) V-Hull: 13 in. (0.33 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.33
Draft [max] - Meters0.33
Draft [max] - Inches13
Draft [max] - Inches13
Weight - Detail1,800 lbs. (1,158 kg)
Weight - DetailDry Weight: 2,500 lbs. (1,133 kg) Maximum Weight: 3,300 lbs. (1,496 kg)
Weight - kg816.47
Weight - kg1496.85
Weight - lbs.1800
Weight - lbs.3300
Height [transom]Tunnel Hull: 20 in. (0.51 m) V-Hull: 25 in. (0.64 m)
Height [transom]Tunnel Hull: 20 in. (0.5 m) V-Hull: 25 in. (0.63 m)
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet24.33
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in. (6.9 m)
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 4 in. (7.4 m)
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters7.42
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches292
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail65 gal. (246 l)
Fuel tank capacity - DetailTunnel Hull: 65 gal. (246 l) V-Hull: 90 gal. (340 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters246.05
Fuel tank capacity - Liters340.69
Fuel tank capacity - Gal65
Fuel tank capacity - Gal90
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max225 hp (168 kW)
Engine max300 hp (223 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,000 lbs. (907 kg)
Maximum capacity2,200 lbs. (997 kg)
Maximum people8
Maximum people8