Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Thunder Jet 185 Luxor 2021 vs ThunderJet Bulldog 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Thunder Jet 185 Luxor 2021 vs ThunderJet Bulldog 2009 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 2009 tops out at 2 hp. Engine specs for the Thunder Jet 185 Luxor 2021 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the ThunderJet Bulldog 2009 carries 32 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Thunder Jet 185 Luxor 2021. 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 Thunder Jet 185 Luxor 2021 and ThunderJet Bulldog 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.
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.25
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail78 in
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]34 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal32
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
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
Horsepower2
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeThunderJet
Modelnot available
ModelBulldog
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2009
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee