Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 boat specs
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Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 boat specs
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Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009
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Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 vs Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009: Which Deep-V Boat Fits Your Needs?

Both the Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 and the Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 are deep-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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 measures 21,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 10,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 at 11,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 tips the scales at 1 965 lbs - 1 820 lbs less than the Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 at 145 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 275 hp, the Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 has a 265-hp advantage over the Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008's 10-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 7 passengers and at 21,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeTracker
MakeTracker
ModelGuide V12 Lite
ModelTundra? 21 WT
Model Year2008
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam61 in.
Beam96 in.
Beam - Meters1.55
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches61
Beam - Inches96
Weight - Detail145 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,965 lbs.
Weight - kg65.77
Weight - kg891.31
Weight - lbs.145
Weight - lbs.1965
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 48 in.
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 74 in.
Height [transom]15 in.
Height [transom]25 in.
Length - Feet11
Length - Feet21
Length - Inches11
Length - Inches3
Length overall - Detail11 ft. 11 in.
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 3 in.
Length overall - Meters3.63
Length overall - Meters6.48
Length overall - Inches143
Length overall - Inches255
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail27 in.
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters68.58
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches27
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.125 in.
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max10 hp
Engine max275 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury®
Engine modelnot available
Engine model200 XL OptiMax®
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail60 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal60
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower200
Operational Info
Maximum capacity600 lbs.
Maximum capacity2,540 lbs
Maximum people3 @ 400 lbs.
Maximum people7 / 1,340 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 9 in. (with swing-away)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Weight3,515 lbs.
Trailer - Widthnot available
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in.

Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 vs Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 or the Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009?
The Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 is the longer of the two at 21,0 feet overall. The Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 comes in at 11,0 feet, making it roughly 10,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 or the Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009?
For trailering, the Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 has the edge at 145 lbs dry weight versus 1 965 lbs for the Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 is rated to a maximum of 275 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 tops out at 10 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that - matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 3 passengers, while the Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 is certified for 7. 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 Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 measures 96" wide, compared to 61" for the Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008. 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.
Are the Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 and Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Tracker Guide V12 Lite 2008 and the Tracker Tundra 21 WT 2009 are built by Tracker. 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.