Xpress HI Jon 2010 boat specs
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Xpress HI Jon 2010
2010
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Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 boat specs
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Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008
2008
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Xpress HI Jon 2010 vs Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Xpress HI Jon 2010 is a flat-bottom design and the Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 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 Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 measures 19,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Xpress HI Jon 2010 at 15,0 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 tips the scales at 1 391 lbs - 1 075 lbs less than the Xpress HI Jon 2010 at 316 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 200 hp, the Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 has a 175-hp advantage over the Xpress HI Jon 2010's 25-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 Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Xpress HI Jon 2010 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 19,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Xpress HI Jon 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeXpress
MakeXpress
ModelHI Jon
ModelTournament Series - X19TS
Model Year2010
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam66 in.
Beam95 in.
Beam - Meters1.68
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches66
Beam - Inches95
Weight - Detail316 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,391 lbs.
Weight - kg143.34
Weight - kg630.95
Weight - lbs.316
Weight - lbs.1391
Width [transom] - Detail46 in.
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail21 in.
Height - Detail22 in.
Height - Meters0.53
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Inches21
Height - Inches22
Height [transom]16 / 21 in.
Height [transom]22 in.
Length - Feet15
Length - Feet19
Length overall - Detail15 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters4.57
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Inches180
Length overall - Inches228
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.080 in.
Hull thickness0.125 in.
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max25 hp
Engine max200 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity748 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,420 lbs.
Maximum people3 / 423 lbs.
Maximum people6/750 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over allPK Length: 24 ft. 2 in. (includes trailer and engine)

Xpress HI Jon 2010 vs Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Xpress HI Jon 2010 or the Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008?
The Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 is the longer of the two at 19,0 feet overall. The Xpress HI Jon 2010 comes in at 15,0 feet, making it roughly 4,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Xpress HI Jon 2010 or the Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008?
For trailering, the Xpress HI Jon 2010 has the edge at 316 lbs dry weight versus 1 391 lbs for the Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008. 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 Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 is rated to a maximum of 200 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Xpress HI Jon 2010 tops out at 25 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 HI Jon 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 3 passengers, while the Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 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 Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 measures 95" wide, compared to 66" for the Xpress HI Jon 2010. 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 HI Jon 2010 and Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Xpress HI Jon 2010 and the Xpress Tournament Series - X19TS 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.