Xpress DVX195 2009 boat specs
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Xpress DVX195 2009
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Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 boat specs
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Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011
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Xpress DVX195 2009 vs Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Xpress DVX195 2009 is a deep-V design and the Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Xpress DVX195 2009 at 19,5 ft versus Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 at 18,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Xpress DVX195 2009 tips the scales at 1 673 lbs - 486 lbs more than the Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 at 1 187 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 225 hp, the Xpress DVX195 2009 has a 75-hp advantage over the Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011's 150-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 30 gal and 30 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Xpress DVX195 2009 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Xpress DVX195 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Xpress DVX195 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 19,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeXpress
MakeXpress
ModelDVX195
ModelH18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series)
Model Year2009
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in.
Beam94 in.
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches94
Deadrise15°
Deadrisenot available
Weight - Detail1,673 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,187 lbs.
Weight - kg758.86
Weight - kg538.41
Weight - lbs.1673
Weight - lbs.1187
Width [transom] - Detail80 in.
Width [transom] - Detail66 in.
Height - Detail31 in.
Height - Detail24 in.
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Meters0.61
Height - Inches31
Height - Inches24
Height [transom]21 in.
Height [transom]22 in.
Length - Feet19.5
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Detail18 ft.
Length overall - Meters5.94
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Inches234
Length overall - Inches216
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 in.
Hull thickness0.1
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max225 hp
Engine max150 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,805 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,400 lbs.
Maximum people6 / 846 lbs.
Maximum people4 / 564 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 0 in. (includes trailer and engine)
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 2 in.

Xpress DVX195 2009 vs Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Xpress DVX195 2009 or the Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011?
The Xpress DVX195 2009 is the longer of the two at 19,5 feet overall. The Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 comes in at 18,0 feet, making it roughly 1,5 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Xpress DVX195 2009 or the Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011?
For trailering, the Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 has the edge at 1 187 lbs dry weight versus 1 673 lbs for the Xpress DVX195 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 DVX195 2009 is rated to a maximum of 225 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 tops out at 150 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 DVX195 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 is certified for 4. 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 DVX195 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 94" for the Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 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.
How do the fuel tanks compare on the Xpress DVX195 2009 and Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011?
Both boats carry similar fuel loads - 30 gallons and 30 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.
Are the Xpress DVX195 2009 and Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Xpress DVX195 2009 and the Xpress H18PFC (Hyper-Lift® Panfish Series) 2011 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.