Matching a modified vee Tuffy Boats 2060 T Esox 2005 against a deep vee Tuffy Boats X-170 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Tuffy Boats X-170 2013 measures 17,0 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 15,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Tuffy Boats 2060 T Esox 2005 at 2,0 feet (2005). At 17 lbs and 8 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 150 hp, the Tuffy Boats 2060 T Esox 2005 has a 100-hp advantage over the Tuffy Boats X-170 2013's 50-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 Tuffy Boats 2060 T Esox 2005 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Tuffy Boats X-170 2013 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Tuffy Boats 2060 T Esox 2005 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Tuffy Boats 2060 T Esox 2005 comes in at 0 lbs per hp versus 0 lbs per hp for the Tuffy Boats X-170 2013. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Bottom line: Choose the Tuffy Boats 2060 T Esox 2005 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Tuffy Boats X-170 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.