Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Tracker H 1700 2007 vs Tracker Targa 165 WT 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Tracker H 1700 2007 vs Tracker Targa 165 WT 2006 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 90 hp for the Tracker H 1700 2007 and 90 hp for the Tracker Targa 165 WT 2006. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Tracker H 1700 2007 carries 35 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Tracker Targa 165 WT 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 5 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 Tracker H 1700 2007 and Tracker Targa 165 WT 2006 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
ModelH 17
ModelTarga? 165 WT
Model Year2007
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches88
Beam - Inches92
Deadrise12℃
Deadrisenot available
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 66 in
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 74 in
Height [transom]20 in
Height [transom]20 in
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet16
Length - Inches8
Length - Inches2
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 8 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 2 in
Length overall - Meters5.08
Length overall - Meters4.93
Length overall - Inches2
Length overall - Inches194
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail23 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters58.42
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches23
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,445 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg655.44
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.1445
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.160 in. Side Thickness: 0.102 in
Hull thickness0.09
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMercury? 50 ELPTO TwoStroke
Engine/s standard60 ELPT FourStroke EFI Motor
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp
Engine max90 hp
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailCustom welded 1-axle galvanized trailer
Trailer - DetailTrailstar Drive-On Trailer
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over allw/ Transom Saver 21 ft. 2 in. w/o Transom Saver 20 ft. 7 in
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Weight2,300 lbs. (approx.)
Trailer - Widthnot available
Trailer - Width8 ft. 3 in
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,300 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people5