Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore - 22 ft. 2008 vs ThunderJet Denali 2009 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore - 22 ft. 2008 and the ThunderJet Denali 2009 are modified vee designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 500 hp, the ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore - 22 ft. 2008 has a 498-hp advantage over the ThunderJet Denali 2009's 2-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 5 gal and 5 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 Alexis OB Offshore - 22 ft. 2008 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The ThunderJet Denali 2009 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeThunderJet
MakeThunderJet
ModelAlexis OB Offshore - 22 ft
ModelDenali
Model Year2008
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches9
Width [transom] - Detail40 in
Width [transom] - Detail78 in
Height - DetailSides: 40 in
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters1.02
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches4
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet2
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches24
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise6° Entry 25°
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail2,500 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1133.98
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.25
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]34 in
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.190 in
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeInboard
Engine max500 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMercury Sport Jet Optimax
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower2