Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2011 vs ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2012: A Close Look at Two Modified-V Boats
Both the ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2011 and the ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2012 are modified-V designs, both built in aluminium, so 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?
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 Bull Dog 18 ft. 2011 and ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2012 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
ModelBull Dog 18 ft.
ModelBull Dog 18 ft.
Model Year2011
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Inches90
Beam - Inches90
Deadrise8°
Deadrise8°
Height - DetailSides: 31 in.
Height - DetailSides: 35 in.
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Meters0.89
Height - Inches31
Height - Inches35
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Detail18 ft.
Length overall - Detail18 ft.
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches216
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail2,500 lbs.
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1133.98
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.2500
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 72 in.
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]35 in.
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessSides: 0.125 in. Bottom: 0.375 in. Transom: 0.250 in.
Hull thicknessSides: 0.125 in. Bottom: 0.375 in. Transom: 0.250 in.
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard200 hp Mercury Sport Jet
Engine/s standard200 Optimax Mercury Sport Jet 60° direct fuel injected V-6
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeJet Drive
Exhaustnot available
ExhaustTuned thru transom exhaust with dual mufflers
Impellernot available
Impeller4-blade progressive pitch SST
Jet pumpnot available
Jet pumpMixed flow high volume
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail48 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters181.7
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal48
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailGateway 5,200 lbs. capacity galvanized tandem axle bunk