Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 boat specs
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Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008
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Xpress HD22CF 2009 boat specs
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Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 vs Xpress HD22CF 2009: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 is a deep-V design and the Xpress HD22CF 2009 is a modified-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 Xpress HD22CF 2009 measures 22,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 at 17,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Xpress HD22CF 2009 tips the scales at 1 219 lbs - 159 lbs less than the Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 at 1 060 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 115 hp for the Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 and 130 hp for the Xpress HD22CF 2009. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Xpress HD22CF 2009 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Xpress HD22CF 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Xpress HD22CF 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 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
MakeXpress
MakeXpress
ModelDVX Series - DVX175
ModelHD22CF
Model Year2008
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam97 in.
Beam98 in.
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Inches97
Beam - Inches98
Weight - Detail1,060 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,219 lbs.
Weight - kg480.81
Weight - kg552.93
Weight - lbs.1060
Weight - lbs.1219
Height - Detail25 in.
Height - Detail26 in.
Height - Meters0.64
Height - Meters0.66
Height - Inches25
Height - Inches26
Height [transom]21 in.
Height [transom]21 in.
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches0.5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0.5 in.
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters5.21
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Inches204.5
Length overall - Inches264
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail68 in.
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 in.
Hull thickness0.100 in.
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max115-150 hp (Higher horsepower requires hydraulic steering upgrade)
Engine max130 - 150 hp (higher hp requires BayStar hydraulic steering option)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail31 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters117.35
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal31
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,255 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,800 lbs.
Maximum people5/705 lbs.
Maximum people6 / 846 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allPK Length: 21 ft. 0 in. (includes trailer and engine)
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 6 in. (includes trailer and engine)

Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 vs Xpress HD22CF 2009 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 or the Xpress HD22CF 2009?
The Xpress HD22CF 2009 is the longer of the two at 22,0 feet overall. The Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 comes in at 17,0 feet, making it roughly 5,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 or the Xpress HD22CF 2009?
For trailering, the Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 has the edge at 1 060 lbs dry weight versus 1 219 lbs for the Xpress HD22CF 2009. 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 Xpress HD22CF 2009 is rated to a maximum of 130 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 tops out at 115 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 Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Xpress HD22CF 2009 is certified for 6. 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 Xpress HD22CF 2009 measures 98" wide, compared to 97" for the Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008. 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 Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 and Xpress HD22CF 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Xpress DVX Series - DVX175 2008 and the Xpress HD22CF 2009 are built by Xpress. 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.