Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
ThunderJet Landing Craft DC 26 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 DC 26 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 DC 26 ft. 2013 carries a rated maximum of 300 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 DC 26 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 DC 26 ft. 2013 at 26,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The ThunderJet Maxim Classic Outboard - 23 ft. 2008 at 23,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeThunderJet
MakeThunderJet
ModelLanding Craft DC 26 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 - Detail2,800 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg1270.06
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.28
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 - Feet26
Length - Feet23
Length overall - Detail26 ft
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters7.92
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Inches312
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 max300 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardSuzuki
Operational Info
Maximum capacityCargo: 3,800 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available