Sylvan Alaskan 12 TLS 2007 boat specs
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Sylvan Alaskan 12 TLS 2007
2007
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Sylvan Pro Sport 1700 DC 2010 boat specs
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Sylvan Pro Sport 1700 DC 2010
2010
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Sylvan Alaskan 12 TLS 2007 vs Sylvan Pro Sport 1700 DC 2010 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Sylvan Alaskan 12 TLS 2007 and the Sylvan Pro Sport 1700 DC 2010 are modified vee designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

The Sylvan Pro Sport 1700 DC 2010 tops out at 135 hp. Engine specs for the Sylvan Alaskan 12 TLS 2007 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.

Bottom line: The Sylvan Alaskan 12 TLS 2007 and Sylvan Pro Sport 1700 DC 2010 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
MakeSylvan
MakeSylvan
ModelAlaskan 12 TLS
ModelPro Sport 1700 DC
Model Year2007
Model Year201
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.86 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Max no of engines1
Max no of engines1
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail31 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters117.35
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal31
Engine maxnot available
Engine max135 hp
Measurements / Dimensions
Beamnot available
Beam91 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches91
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail25 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters63.5
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches25
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,220 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg553.38
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.122
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail90 in
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]LS
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet17
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches1
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 1 in
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters5.21
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches205
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,350 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people5

Sylvan Alaskan 12 TLS 2007 vs Sylvan Pro Sport 1700 DC 2010 — Common Questions

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Sylvan Pro Sport 1700 DC 2010 has a documented max rating of 135 hp. Engine specifications for the Sylvan Alaskan 12 TLS 2007 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many passengers can the Sylvan Pro Sport 1700 DC 2010 carry?
The Sylvan Pro Sport 1700 DC 2010 has an official capacity rating of 5 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.
Are the Sylvan Alaskan 12 TLS 2007 and Sylvan Pro Sport 1700 DC 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Sylvan Alaskan 12 TLS 2007 and the Sylvan Pro Sport 1700 DC 2010 are built by Sylvan. 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.