Skeeter WX 1990 2010 boat specs
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Skeeter WX 1990 2010
2010
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Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 boat specs
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Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007
2007
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Skeeter WX 1990 2010 vs Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Skeeter WX 1990 2010 against a tunnel Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 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 — Skeeter WX 1990 2010 at 19,8 ft versus Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 at 21,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Skeeter WX 1990 2010 tips the scales at 1 825 lbs — 1 640 lbs more than the Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 at 185 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 250 hp, the Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 has a 25-hp advantage over the Skeeter WX 1990 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 Skeeter WX 1990 2010 carries 52 gallons versus 6 gallons in the Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Skeeter WX 1990 2010 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 21,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Skeeter WX 1990 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeSkeeter
MakeSkeeter
ModelWX 199
ModelZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull
Model Year201
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam97.5 in
Beam98 in
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Inches97.5
Beam - Inches98
Depth - Detail25 in
Depth - Detail18.5 in
Depth - Centimeters63.5
Depth - Centimeters48.26
Depth - Inches25
Depth - Inches18.5
Draft [max] - Detail14 in
Draft [max] - Detail10 - 11 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.36
Draft [max] - Meters0.28
Draft [max] - Inches14
Draft [max] - Inches11
Weight - Detail1,825 lbs
Weight - Detail1,850 lbs
Weight - kg827.81
Weight - kg839.15
Weight - lbs.1825
Weight - lbs.185
Length - Feet19.83
Length - Feet21
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Meters6.05
Length overall - Meters6.65
Length overall - Inches238
Length overall - Inches262
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches1
Body / Hull
Hull materialComposite
Hull materialComposite
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeTunnel
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail52 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters196.84
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Gal52
Fuel tank capacity - Gal6
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max225 hp
Engine max250 hp
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardYamaha VMAX HPDI
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,550 lbs
Maximum capacity1,851 lbs
Maximum people6 or 900 lbs
Maximum people8 or 1,096 lbs
Trailer Info
Trailer - Height74 in
Trailer - Height98 in
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 2 in. with swing-away tongue
Trailer - Length over all27 ft. 0 in
Trailer - Width101 in
Trailer - Width102 in

Skeeter WX 1990 2010 vs Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Skeeter WX 1990 2010 or the Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007?
The Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 is the longer of the two at 21,0 feet overall. The Skeeter WX 1990 2010 comes in at 19,8 feet, making it roughly 1,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Skeeter WX 1990 2010 or the Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007?
For trailering, the Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 has the edge at 185 lbs dry weight versus 1 825 lbs for the Skeeter WX 1990 2010. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Skeeter WX 1990 2010 tops out at 225 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Skeeter WX 1990 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 is certified for 8. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Skeeter WX 1990 2010 and Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 share an 97.5 in beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Skeeter WX 1990 2010 or the Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007?
The Skeeter WX 1990 2010 has the bigger tank at 52 gallons, versus 6 gallons on the Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007. That 46-gallon difference translates to roughly 138–230 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Skeeter WX 1990 2010 and Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Skeeter WX 1990 2010 and the Skeeter ZX 22 Bay Tunnel Hull 2007 are built by Skeeter. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.