Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
ThunderJet 176 Eco Jet 2013 vs ThunderJet Envoy - Northern Edition 2009: Same Brand, Different Boat
The ThunderJet 176 Eco Jet 2013 is a deep-V design and the ThunderJet Envoy - Northern Edition 2009 is a modified-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.
The ThunderJet Envoy - Northern Edition 2009 tops out at 250 hp. Engine specs for the ThunderJet 176 Eco Jet 2013 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the ThunderJet Envoy - Northern Edition 2009 carries 48 gallons versus 34 gallons in the ThunderJet 176 Eco Jet 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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 ThunderJet 176 Eco Jet 2013 and ThunderJet Envoy - Northern Edition 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
MakeThunderJet
MakeThunderJet
Model176 Eco Jet
ModelEnvoy - Northern Edition
Model Year2013
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Inches86
Beam - Inches84
Deadrise8°
Deadrise12° Entry: 40°
Weight - Detail1,700 lbs.
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg771.11
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.1700
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 66 in.
Width [transom] - Detail66 in.
Height - DetailSides: 31 in.
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches31
Height - Inchesnot available
Height [transom]31 in.
Height [transom]31 in.
Length - Feet17.5
Length - Feet19
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters5.33
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Inches210
Length overall - Inches228
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessSide: 0.125 in. Bottom: 0.19 in. Transom: 0.19 in.
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeKodiak
Engine makenot available
Engine model2.4 l PFI 4-cylinder Vortec
Engine modelnot available
Jet pumpAmerican Turbine SD 203 axial flow
Jet pumpnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail48 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters181.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal48
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeInboard
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardVortec 305
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower250
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailGateway 2,600 lb. capacity galvanized single axle
Trailer - Detailnot available