Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Thunder Jet 180 Eco Jet 2021 vs ThunderJet Bulldog 2010: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Thunder Jet 180 Eco Jet 2021 vs ThunderJet Bulldog 2010 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.
The ThunderJet Bulldog 2010 tops out at 200 hp. Engine specs for the Thunder Jet 180 Eco Jet 2021 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 31 gal and 32 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
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 Bulldog 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.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail18.00 ft
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0 in.
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches204
Beamnot available
Beam76 in.
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters1.93
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches76
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise8° Entry: 35°
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail2,500 lbs.
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1133.98
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.2500
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail78 in.
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]34 in.
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal31
Fuel tank capacity - Gal32
Fuel tank capacity - Liters117.35
Fuel tank capacity - Liters121.13
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMercury Optimax
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail32 gal.
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeInboard
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower200
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeThunderJet
Modelnot available
ModelBulldog
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2010
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee