Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 is rated to a maximum of 80 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 tops out at 40 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.

Q: How many passengers can the Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 carry?

The Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 has an official capacity rating of 5 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Q: Are the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 and Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 and the Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 are built by Triton Boats. 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.

Boat Comparison

Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011

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Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007

2007

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Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011

2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 80 hp, the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 has a 40-hp advantage over the Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011's 40-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 and its 80-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 with its 40-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.

General Boat Info

MakeTriton Boats

Model173 Sport

Model1756 DS

Model Year2007

Model Year2011

Body / Hull

Hull materialAluminum

Hull thicknessnot available

Hull thickness0.100 in

Hull typenot available

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Engine max80 hp

Engine maxnot available

Horsepowernot available

Horsepower40 - 60 hp

Measurements / Dimensions

Beamnot available

Beam80 in

Beam - Metersnot available

Beam - Meters2.03

Beam - Inchesnot available

Beam - Inches8

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail605 lbs

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg274.42

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.605

Width [transom] - Detailnot available

Width [transom] - Detail56 in. bottom

Height [transom]not available

Height [transom]20 in

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet17

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Detail17 ft

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Meters5.18

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Inches204

Operational Info

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people5 / 750 lbs

Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 — Common Questions

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 is rated to a maximum of 80 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 tops out at 40 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 passengers can the Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 carry?

The Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 has an official capacity rating of 5 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Are the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 and Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 and the Triton Boats 1756 DS 2011 are built by Triton Boats. 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.

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