Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 boat specs
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Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008
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Xpress Yukon 18 2013 boat specs
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Xpress Yukon 18 2013
2013
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Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 vs Xpress Yukon 18 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 is a modified-V design and the Xpress Yukon 18 2013 is a deep-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 Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 at 21,0 ft versus Xpress Yukon 18 2013 at 18,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 tips the scales at 1 504 lbs - 289 lbs more than the Xpress Yukon 18 2013 at 1 215 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 135-hp advantage over the Xpress Yukon 18 2013's 115-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 Yukon 18 2013 caps at 5. 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 Yukon 18 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeXpress
MakeXpress
ModelLimited Edition Series - X21LE
ModelYukon 18
Model Year2008
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam95 in.
Beam102 in.
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches95
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail1,504 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,215 lbs.
Weight - kg682.2
Weight - kg551.11
Weight - lbs.1504
Weight - lbs.1215
Height - Detail22 in.
Height - DetailSides: 31 in.
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Meters0.79
Height - Inches22
Height - Inches31
Height [transom]22 in.
Height [transom]21 in.
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Detail18 ft.
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Inches252
Length overall - Inches216
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - DetailBottom: 80 in.
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.125 in.
Hull thickness0.125 in.
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max250 hp
Engine max115 / 150 hp
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelF115LA
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 capacity1,550 lbs.
Maximum people6/850 lbs.
Maximum people5 / 705 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allPK Length: 26 ft. 10 in. (includes trailer and engine)
Trailer - Length over all21 ft.
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailBacktrack AWDV17

Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 vs Xpress Yukon 18 2013 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 or the Xpress Yukon 18 2013?
The Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 is the longer of the two at 21,0 feet overall. The Xpress Yukon 18 2013 comes in at 18,0 feet, making it roughly 3,0 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 Yukon 18 2013?
For trailering, the Xpress Yukon 18 2013 has the edge at 1 215 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 Yukon 18 2013 tops out at 115 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 Yukon 18 2013 is certified for 5. 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 Yukon 18 2013 measures 102" wide, compared to 95" for the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008. 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 Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 and Xpress Yukon 18 2013 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X21LE 2008 and the Xpress Yukon 18 2013 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.