Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 boat specs
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Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008
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Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008 boat specs
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Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008
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Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 vs Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 is a modified-V design and the Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008 is a flat-bottom 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 Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 measures 22,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008 at 17,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 tips the scales at 1 797 lbs - 1 297 lbs more than the Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008 at 500 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 300 hp, the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 has a 260-hp advantage over the Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008's 40-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 - X22LE 2008 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 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 Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 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 Tunnel - 1756T 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
ModelLimited Edition Series - X22LE
ModelTunnel - 1756T
Model Year2008
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam99 in.
Beam78 in.
Beam - Meters2.51
Beam - Meters1.98
Beam - Inches99
Beam - Inches78
Weight - Detail1,797 lbs.
Weight - Detail500 lbs.
Weight - kg815.1
Weight - kg226.8
Weight - lbs.1797
Weight - lbs.500
Height - Detail22 in.
Height - Detail23 in.
Height - Meters0.56
Height - Meters0.58
Height - Inches22
Height - Inches23
Height [transom]22 in.
Height [transom]27 in.
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet17
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 0 in.
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 typeFlat
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max300 hp
Engine max40-60 hp (Higher horsepower ratings are for remote steering only)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,550 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,200 lbs.
Maximum people6/850 lbs.
Maximum people4/750 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allPK Length: 27 ft. 10 in. (includes trailer and engine)
Trailer - Length over allnot available

Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 vs Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 or the Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008?
The Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 is the longer of the two at 22,0 feet overall. The Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 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 Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 or the Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008?
For trailering, the Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008 has the edge at 500 lbs dry weight versus 1 797 lbs for the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 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 - X22LE 2008 is rated to a maximum of 300 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008 tops out at 40 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 - X22LE 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 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.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 measures 99" wide, compared to 78" for the Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 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 - X22LE 2008 and Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Xpress Limited Edition Series - X22LE 2008 and the Xpress Tunnel - 1756T 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.