Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2011 vs ThunderJet Envoy - Northern Edition 2009: A Close Look at Two Modified-V Boats
Both the ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2011 and the ThunderJet Envoy - Northern Edition 2009 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?
The ThunderJet Envoy - Northern Edition 2009 tops out at 250 hp. Engine specs for the ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2011 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
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 Envoy - Northern Edition 2009 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.
ModelEnvoy - Northern Edition
Model Year2011
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Inches90
Beam - Inches84
Deadrise8°
Deadrise12° Entry: 40°
Height - DetailSides: 31 in.
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches31
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet19
Length overall - Detail18 ft.
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches228
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail66 in.
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]31 in.
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessSides: 0.125 in. Bottom: 0.375 in. Transom: 0.250 in.
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard200 hp Mercury Sport Jet
Engine/s standardVortec 305
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeInboard
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
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower250