ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 boat specs
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ThunderJet Denali OB 2010
2010
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ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 boat specs
ThunderJet
ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008
2008
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ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 vs ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 and the ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 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 Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 tops out at 500 hp. Engine specs for the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 carries 28 gallons versus 5 gallons in the ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 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 Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 2,0 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 Outboard Offshore - 20 ft
Model Year201
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam84 in
Beam96 in
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches84
Beam - Inches96
Deadrise6°
Deadrisenot available
Width [transom] - Detail72 in
Width [transom] - Detail38 in
Height [transom]28 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet2
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 - Inches24
Height - Detailnot available
Height - DetailSides: 38 in
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.97
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches38
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 - Gal5
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardSuzuki
Engine maxnot available
Engine max500 hp

ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 vs ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 or the ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008?
The ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 is the longer of the two at 16,0 feet overall. The ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 14,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 has a documented max rating of 500 hp. Engine specifications for the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many people can each boat hold?
The ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 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 Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 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 Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008?
The ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 has the bigger tank at 28 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008. That 23-gallon difference translates to roughly 69–115 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 and ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the ThunderJet Denali OB 2010 and the ThunderJet Luxor Outboard Offshore - 20 ft. 2008 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.