ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 boat specs
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ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009
2009
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ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008 boat specs
ThunderJet
ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008
2008
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ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 vs ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 and the ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008 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?

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008 is rated for 7 passengers, while the ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 24,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeThunderJet
MakeThunderJet
ModelAlexis OB Offshore
ModelMaxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in
Beam96 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches96
Deadrise18° Entry: 45 °
Deadrisenot available
Weight - Detail2,400 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg1088.62
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.24
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail84 in
Width [transom] - Detail34 in
Height [transom]40 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Inches252
Length overall - Inches288
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailSides: 34 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.86
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches34
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.190 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail110 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters416.4
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal11
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardSuzuki

ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 vs ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 or the ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008?
The ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 comes in at 21,0 feet, making it roughly 3,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
How many people can each boat hold?
The ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008 is certified for 7. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 96" for the ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 or the ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008?
The ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008 has the bigger tank at 11 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009. That 6-gallon difference translates to roughly 18–30 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 and ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2009 and the ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 24 ft. 2008 are built by ThunderJet. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.