Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats TR-18 SE 2010 - 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 TR-18 SE 2010 tops out at 15 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 TR-18 SE 2010 carry?

The Triton Boats TR-18 SE 2010 has an official capacity rating of 550 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 TR-18 SE 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 and the Triton Boats TR-18 SE 2010 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 TR-18 SE 2010

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Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007

2007

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Triton Boats TR-18 SE 2010

2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats TR-18 SE 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats TR-18 SE 2010 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 65-hp advantage over the Triton Boats TR-18 SE 2010's 15-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 TR-18 SE 2010 with its 15-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.

General Boat Info

MakeTriton Boats

Model173 Sport

ModelTR-18 SE

Model Year2007

Model Year201

Body / Hull

Hull materialAluminum

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Engine max80 hp

Engine maxnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail36 gal

Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Liters136.27

Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Gal36

Horsepowernot available

Horsepower15

Measurements / Dimensions

Beamnot available

Beam91 in

Beam - Metersnot available

Beam - Meters2.31

Beam - Inchesnot available

Beam - Inches91

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail1,300 lbs

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg589.67

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.13

Length - Feetnot available

Length - Feet18.5

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Detail18 ft. 6 in

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Meters5.64

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Inches222

Operational Info

Storagenot available

StorageRear Storage Boxes: 168 qt. Front Storage Box: 300 qt. Livewell: 36 gal. Built-in Ice Chest: 28 qt

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people550 lbs

Trailer Info

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over all20 ft. 0 in. with swing tongue 22 ft. 0 in. without swing tongue

Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 vs Triton Boats TR-18 SE 2010 — 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 TR-18 SE 2010 tops out at 15 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 TR-18 SE 2010 carry?

The Triton Boats TR-18 SE 2010 has an official capacity rating of 550 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 TR-18 SE 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Triton Boats 173 Sport 2007 and the Triton Boats TR-18 SE 2010 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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