Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
ThunderJet Alexis OB 2009 vs ThunderJet Envoy 2008 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the ThunderJet Alexis OB 2009 and the ThunderJet Envoy 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?
The ThunderJet Envoy 2008 tops out at 330 hp. Engine specs for the ThunderJet Alexis OB 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the ThunderJet Envoy 2008 carries 48 gallons versus 5 gallons in the ThunderJet Alexis OB 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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 Envoy 2008 at 19,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The ThunderJet Alexis OB 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
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches84
Deadrise16° Entry: 45°
Deadrise12℃
Weight - Detail1,800 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg816.47
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.18
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail72 in
Width [transom] - Detail31 in
Height [transom]34 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet19
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Inches24
Length overall - Inches228
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailSides: 31 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches31
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 - Detail48 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters181.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal48
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeJet Drive
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMP 305 Carbureted; 250 hp
Jet pumpnot available
Jet pumpAmerican Turbine SD 309
Engine maxnot available
Engine max330 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,585 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people6 / 900 lbs