Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 boat specs
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Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008
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Xpress X19SS 2011 boat specs
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Xpress X19SS 2011
2011
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Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 vs Xpress X19SS 2011: A Close Look at Two Modified-V Boats

Both the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 and the Xpress X19SS 2011 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 at 21,0 ft versus Xpress X19SS 2011 at 19,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 tips the scales at 1 504 lbs - 114 lbs more than the Xpress X19SS 2011 at 1 390 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 250 hp, the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 has a 50-hp advantage over the Xpress X19SS 2011's 200-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 Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Xpress X19SS 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 Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 21,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Xpress X19SS 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
ModelLimited Edition Series - X21LE
ModelX19SS
Model Year2008
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam95 in.
Beam95 in.
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches95
Beam - Inches95
Weight - Detail1,504 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,390 lbs.
Weight - kg682.2
Weight - kg630.49
Weight - lbs.1504
Weight - lbs.1390
Height - Detail22 in.
Height - Detail21 in.
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Meters0.53
Height - Inches22
Height - Inches21
Height [transom]22 in.
Height [transom]22 in.
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet19
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Detail19 ft.
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Meters5.79
Length overall - Inches252
Length overall - Inches228
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail67 in.
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.125 in.
Hull thickness0.125
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max250 hp
Engine max200 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,700 lbs.
Maximum people6/850 lbs.
Maximum people4 / 700 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allPK Length: 26 ft. 10 in. (includes trailer and engine)
Trailer - Length over all24 ft.

Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 vs Xpress X19SS 2011 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 or the Xpress X19SS 2011?
The Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 is the longer of the two at 21,0 feet overall. The Xpress X19SS 2011 comes in at 19,0 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 or the Xpress X19SS 2011?
For trailering, the Xpress X19SS 2011 has the edge at 1 390 lbs dry weight versus 1 504 lbs for the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 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 Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Xpress X19SS 2011 tops out at 200 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 Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Xpress X19SS 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.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 and Xpress X19SS 2011 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 Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 and Xpress X19SS 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 and the Xpress X19SS 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.