Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2011 vs ThunderJet NE Envoy 2011 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the ThunderJet Bull Dog 18 ft. 2011 and the ThunderJet NE Envoy 2011 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 NE Envoy 2011 tops out at 35 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 NE Envoy 2011 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
ModelNE Envoy
Model Year2011
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Inches9
Beam - Inches84
Deadrise8°
Deadrise12°
Height - DetailSides: 31 in
Height - DetailSides: 31 in
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Inches31
Height - Inches31
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet19
Length overall - Detail18 ft
Length overall - Detail19 ft
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches228
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail2,400 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1088.62
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.24
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 thicknessSides: 0.190 in. Bottom: 0.250 in. Transom: 0.190 in
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard200 hp Mercury Sport Jet
Engine/s standard5.7 l Vortec, Port Fuel Injected 35
Drive typeJet Drive
Drive typeJet Drive
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
Horsepower35