Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Thunder Jet 180 Eco Jet 2021 vs ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Thunder Jet 180 Eco Jet 2021 vs ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2011 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
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 Thunder Jet 180 Eco Jet 2021 and ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2011 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.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail18.00 ft
Length overall - Detail18 ft
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches216
Beamnot available
Beam90 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches9
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise8°
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailSides: 31 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches31
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal31
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters117.35
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard200 hp Mercury Sport Jet
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeJet Drive
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeThunderJet
Modelnot available
ModelBull Dog 18 ft
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2011
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thicknessSides: 0.125 in. Bottom: 0.375 in. Transom: 0.250 in
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee