Xpress H22 2013 boat specs
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Xpress H22 2013
2013
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Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008 boat specs
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Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008
2008
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Xpress H22 2013 vs Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008: Which Modified-V Boat Fits Your Needs?

Both the Xpress H22 2013 and the Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008 are modified-V designs, both built in aluminium, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Xpress H22 2013 measures 22,0 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008 at 17,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Xpress H22 2013 tips the scales at 1 569 lbs - 431 lbs more than the Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008 at 1 138 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 H22 2013 and 115 hp for the Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008. 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 H22 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Xpress H22 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Xpress H22 2013 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 Tournament Series - X17TS 2008 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
ModelH22
ModelTournament Series - X17TS
Model Year2013
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam95 in.
Beam95 in.
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches95
Beam - Inches95
Weight - Detail1,569 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,138 lbs.
Weight - kg711.69
Weight - kg516.19
Weight - lbs.1569
Weight - lbs.1138
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 67 in.
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - DetailSides: 22 in.
Height - Detail25 in.
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Meters0.64
Height - Inches22
Height - Inches25
Height [transom]22 in.
Height [transom]21 in.
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail22 ft.
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters6.71
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Inches264
Length overall - Inches204
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.125 in.
Hull thickness0.100 in.
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine modelVZ175TLR
Engine modelnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max115 / 150 / 250 hp
Engine max115 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,750 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,200 lbs.
Maximum people6 / 846 lbs.
Maximum people4/600 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailBacktrack AW22
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Length over all27 ft. 10 in.
Trailer - Length over allPK Length: 20 ft. 9 in. (includes trailer and engine)

Xpress H22 2013 vs Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Xpress H22 2013 or the Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008?
The Xpress H22 2013 is the longer of the two at 22,0 feet overall. The Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 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 H22 2013 or the Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008?
For trailering, the Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008 has the edge at 1 138 lbs dry weight versus 1 569 lbs for the Xpress H22 2013. 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.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Xpress H22 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008 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.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Xpress H22 2013 and Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008 share an 95 in. beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Are the Xpress H22 2013 and Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Xpress H22 2013 and the Xpress Tournament Series - X17TS 2008 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.