Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 boat specs
Triton Boats
Triton Boats 281 CC 2010
2010
View full specs →
VS
Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011 boat specs
Triton Boats
Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011
2011
View full specs →

Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 vs Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 against a modified vee Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 measures 27,8 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 11,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011 at 16,0 feet (2011). At 57 lbs and 44 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 400 hp, the Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 has a 380-hp advantage over the Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011's 20-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 27,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeTriton Boats
MakeTriton Boats
Model281 CC
ModelAV167W SUV
Model Year201
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. 8 in
Beam67 in. (1.7 m)
Beam - Meters2.95
Beam - Meters1.7
Beam - Inches116
Beam - Inches67
Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 0 in. with hard top
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.74
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches108
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise20℃
Deadrisenot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches19
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Weight - Detail5,700 lbs
Weight - Detail440 lbs. (200 kg)
Weight - kg2585.47
Weight - kg199.58
Weight - lbs.57
Weight - lbs.44
Height [transom]25 in. twins
Height [transom]20 in. (0.51 m)
Length - Feet27.75
Length - Feet16
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detail16 ft. (4.88 m)
Length overall - Meters8.46
Length overall - Meters4.88
Length overall - Inches333
Length overall - Inches192
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail27 in. (0.69 m) bow
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters0.69
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches27
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.072 in. (1.8 mm)
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail232 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters878.22
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal232
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard - Twin
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepower400 - 7
Horsepowernot available
Engine maxnot available
Engine max20 hp (15 kW) tiller 30 hp (22 kW) remote
Operational Info
StorageBaitwell: 1 - 25 gal. Baitwell: 2 - 50 gal. Fish / Storage Boxes Total: 685 qt. Ice Chest: 96 qt
Storagenot available
Water capacity30 gal
Water capacitynot available
Maximum people12
Maximum people5 / 735 lbs. (333 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,153 lbs. (523 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all20 ft. (6.10 m)

Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 vs Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 or the Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011?
The Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 is the longer of the two at 27,8 feet overall. The Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 11,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 or the Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011?
For trailering, the Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011 has the edge at 44 lbs dry weight versus 57 lbs for the Triton Boats 281 CC 2010. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 is rated to a maximum of 400 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011 tops out at 20 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 people can each boat hold?
The Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011 is certified for 5. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 measures 116" wide, compared to 67" for the Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Are the Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 and Triton Boats AV167W SUV 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Triton Boats 281 CC 2010 and the Triton Boats AV167W SUV 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.