Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Triton Boats 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 tops out at 80 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 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 carry?

The Triton Boats 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 has an official capacity rating of 650 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 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 and the Triton Boats 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 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 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009

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Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007

2007

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2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 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 250 hp, the Triton Boats 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 has a 170-hp advantage over the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007's 80-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 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 and its 250-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 with its 80-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.

General Boat Info

MakeTriton Boats

Model173 Sport

Model20X3 Pro Non-Skid

Model Year2007

Model Year2009

Body / Hull

Hull materialAluminum

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Engine max80 hp

Engine max250 hp

Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail53 gal.

Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Liters200.63

Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Gal53

Measurements / Dimensions

Beamnot available

Beam95 in.

Beam - Metersnot available

Beam - Meters2.41

Beam - Inchesnot available

Beam - Inches95

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail1,926 lbs.

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg873.62

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.1926

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet20

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches9

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 9 in.

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Meters6.32

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Inches249

Operational Info

Storagenot available

StorageLivewell Capacity: 44.5 gal. Rear Storage / Baitwell: 84 qt. Rear Storage Boxes: 168 qt. Front Storage Box: 300 qt.

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people650 lbs.

Trailer Info

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over all26 ft. without swing tongue 24 ft. with swing tongue

Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 - Common Questions

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Triton Boats 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 tops out at 80 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 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 carry?

The Triton Boats 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 has an official capacity rating of 650 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 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 and the Triton Boats 20X3 Pro Non-Skid 2009 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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