Matching a deep vee Triton Boats 177 Explorer 2011 against a modified vee Triton Boats 19XS 2013 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Triton Boats 177 Explorer 2011 at 17,6 ft versus Triton Boats 19XS 2013 at 19,8 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Triton Boats 19XS 2013 tips the scales at 1 844 lbs — 1 649 lbs less than the Triton Boats 177 Explorer 2011 at 195 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 175 hp, the Triton Boats 19XS 2013 has a 85-hp advantage over the Triton Boats 177 Explorer 2011's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Triton Boats 19XS 2013 carries 46 gallons versus 37 gallons in the Triton Boats 177 Explorer 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 650 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 Triton Boats 19XS 2013 at 19,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Triton Boats 177 Explorer 2011 at 17,6 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.