Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
ThunderJet Aladdin 2011 vs ThunderJet V182-Eco 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee ThunderJet Aladdin 2011 against a deep vee ThunderJet V182-Eco 2013 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
The ThunderJet V182-Eco 2013 tops out at 115 hp. Engine specs for the ThunderJet Aladdin 2011 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 32 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 ThunderJet Aladdin 2011 and ThunderJet V182-Eco 2013 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
ModelAladdin
ModelV182-Eco
Model Year2011
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Meters2.18
Beam - Inches9
Beam - Inches86
Deadrise16°
Deadrise12°
Height - DetailSides: 31 in
Height - DetailSides: 31 in
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Inches31
Height - Inches31
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet18.17
Length overall - Detail18 ft
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.54
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches218
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,170 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg530.7
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.117
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 66 in
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]20 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessSides: 0.100 in. Bottom: 0.160 in
Hull thicknessSide: 0.125 in. Bottom: 0.16 in. Transom: 0.16 in
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail32 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail32 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters121.13
Fuel tank capacity - Liters121.13
Fuel tank capacity - Gal32
Fuel tank capacity - Gal32
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max115 hp
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailGateway 2,600 lb. capacity galvanized single axle