Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Xpress HD17 2011 vs Xpress HD20CCF 2009: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Xpress HD17 2011 is a flat-bottom design and the Xpress HD20CCF 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.
The Xpress HD20CCF 2009 tops out at 130 hp. Engine specs for the Xpress HD17 2011 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 5 passengers - a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Xpress HD20CCF 2009 at 20,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Xpress HD17 2011 at 17,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking - a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model Year2011
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.16
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Inches85
Beam - Inches98
Width [transom] - Detail60 in.
Width [transom] - Detail68 in.
Height - Detail24 in.
Height - Detail26 in.
Height - Meters0.61
Height - Meters0.66
Height - Inches24
Height - Inches26
Height [transom]21 in.
Height [transom]21 in.
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet20
Length overall - Detail17 ft.
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters5.18
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches204
Length overall - Inches240
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,166 lbs.
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg528.89
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.1166
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.1
Hull thickness0.100 in.
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
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
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max130 - 150 hp (higher hp requires BayStar hydraulic steering option)
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,600 lbs.
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people5 / 775 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 0 in. (includes trailer and engine)