ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 boat specs
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ThunderJet Denali OB 2010
2010
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ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009 boat specs
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ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009
2009
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ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 vs ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009: Which Modified-V Boat Fits Your Needs?

Both the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 and the ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 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?

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009 is rated for 6 passengers, while the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 20,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeThunderJet
MakeThunderJet
ModelDenali OB
ModelLuxor OB Offshore
Model Year2010
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam84 in.
Beam96 in.
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches84
Beam - Inches96
Deadrise6°
Deadrise18° Entry: 45°
Width [transom] - Detail72 in.
Width [transom] - Detail78 in.
Height [transom]28 in.
Height [transom]38 in.
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet20
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches192
Length overall - Inches240
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail2,000 lbs.
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg907.18
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.2000
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessBottom & Sides: 0.19 in.
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail28 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters105.99
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal28
Fuel tank capacity - Gal50
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard

ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 vs ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 or the ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009?
The ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009 is the longer of the two at 20,0 feet overall. The ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 4,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
How many people can each boat hold?
The ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009 is certified for 6. 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 Luxor OB Offshore 2009 measures 96" wide, compared to 84" for the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010. 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 Denali OB 2010 or the ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009?
The ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009 has the bigger tank at 50 gallons, versus 28 gallons on the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010. That 22-gallon difference translates to roughly 66–110 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 and ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 and the ThunderJet Luxor OB Offshore 2009 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.