Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
ThunderJet Landing Craft Cabin 24 ft. 2013 vs ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 23 ft. 2008 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the ThunderJet Landing Craft Cabin 24 ft. 2013 and the ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 23 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 Landing Craft Cabin 24 ft. 2013 carries a rated maximum of 250 hp. Engine data for the ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 23 ft. 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the ThunderJet Landing Craft Cabin 24 ft. 2013 carries 48 gallons versus 11 gallons in the ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 23 ft. 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 Landing Craft Cabin 24 ft. 2013 and ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 23 ft. 2008 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
ModelLanding Craft Cabin 24 ft
ModelMaxim Classic Outboard - 23 ft
Model Year2013
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches96
Deadrise16°
Deadrisenot available
Weight - Detail2,900 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg1315.42
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.29
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 90 in
Width [transom] - Detail34 in
Height - DetailSides: 38 in
Height - DetailSides: 34 in
Height - Meters0.97
Height - Meters0.86
Height - Inches38
Height - Inches34
Height [transom]38 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet23
Length overall - Detail24 ft
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters7.32
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Inches288
Length overall - Inches276
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessSide: 0.19 in. Bottom: 0.25 in. Transom: 0.25 in
Hull thickness0.190 in
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail48 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail110 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters181.7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters416.4
Fuel tank capacity - Gal48
Fuel tank capacity - Gal11
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max250 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardSuzuki
Operational Info
Maximum capacityCargo: 2,600 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available