Matching a modified vee SeaArk 2272MV 2011 against a tunnel SeaArk 2472MVT Super Tunnel Jon 2012 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — SeaArk 2272MV 2011 at 22,0 ft versus SeaArk 2472MVT Super Tunnel Jon 2012 at 24,0 ft. At 87 lbs and 93 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 115 hp for the SeaArk 2272MV 2011 and 130 hp for the SeaArk 2472MVT Super Tunnel Jon 2012. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The SeaArk 2272MV 2011 is rated for 14 passengers, while the SeaArk 2472MVT Super Tunnel Jon 2012 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the SeaArk 2272MV 2011 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the SeaArk 2272MV 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The SeaArk 2472MVT Super Tunnel Jon 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.