Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 261 CC 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Triton Boats 261 CC 2009 is rated to a maximum of 500 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 261 CC 2009 carry?

The Triton Boats 261 CC 2009 has an official capacity rating of 1 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 261 CC 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 and the Triton Boats 261 CC 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 261 CC 2009

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Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007

2007

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Triton Boats 261 CC 2009

2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 261 CC 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 261 CC 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 500 hp, the Triton Boats 261 CC 2009 has a 420-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 261 CC 2009 and its 500-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

Model261 CC

Model Year2007

Model Year2009

Body / Hull

Hull materialAluminum

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typeOutboard - Twin

Engine max80 hp

Engine max500 hp

Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail204 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Liters772.22

Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Gal204

Measurements / Dimensions

Beamnot available

Beam9 ft. 0 in

Beam - Metersnot available

Beam - Meters2.74

Beam - Inchesnot available

Beam - Inches108

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft. 6 in. with top

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.59

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches102

Deadrisenot available

Deadrise20℃

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.48

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches19

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail4,900 lbs

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg2222.6

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.49

Height [transom]not available

Height [transom]Twins: 25 in

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet26

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches6

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Detail26 ft. 6 in

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Meters8.08

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Inches318

Operational Info

Storagenot available

StorageBaitwell: 25 gal Fish / Storage Boxes: 647 qts

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity20 gal

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people1

Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats 261 CC 2009 — Common Questions

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Triton Boats 261 CC 2009 is rated to a maximum of 500 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 261 CC 2009 carry?

The Triton Boats 261 CC 2009 has an official capacity rating of 1 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 261 CC 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 and the Triton Boats 261 CC 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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