How Much Does A Jet Ski Weigh & Trailer

How much a jet ski and trailer actually weigh in pounds is a super common and important question.

Jet skis and trailers have gotten bigger over the years, and the actual load of them has increased too. Knowing the correct pounds is vital for towing, jet ski lifts, carrying capacity and more.

In this post, I want to break down the research I’ve done on jet skis and their trailers in real terms. Give you a better understanding of current year jet ski models, and many of these numbers will actually be the same for older jet ski models, so you have a better idea of your needs.

How Much Do Jet Skis Weighs?

You’ll find a typical jet ski around 428 and 1,089 pounds, depending on the model, features, jet ski accessories, gear, engine and extras you add to it.

The average for jet skis is about 760 pounds.

The lightest standup Waverunner is the Yamaha SuperJet at 375 pounds. The lightest sit-down PWC is the Spark 60HP For 2 at 428 pounds. The heaviest jet ski is the Kawasaki ULTRA 310LX jet ski at 1,089 Pounds.

The advertised pounds doesn’t always include fuel, gear, and other items that go along with a fully ready jet ski. You also need to keep in mind the extra pounds of the trailer if you’re pulling them with your truck!

2025 Jet Ski Weight Chart

Make	Model	Weight (lbs)
Yamaha	Superjet	375
Sea-Doo	Spark Trixx For 1	425
Sea-Doo	Spark 60HP For 2	428
Sea-Doo	Spark 90HP For 2	428
Sea-Doo	Spark 90HP For 3	443
Sea-Doo	Spark Trixx For 3	448
Yamaha	JetBlaster PRO 2UP	538
Yamaha	JetBlaster PRO 3UP	545
Kawasaki	SX-R 160	551
Yamaha	JetBlaster 2UP	575
Yamaha	JetBlaster DLX 2UP	589
Yamaha	JetBlaster DLX 3UP	597
Yamaha	JetBlaster LTD	600
Yamaha	VX Deluxe	686
Yamaha	VX Cruiser	690
Yamaha	VX-C	701
Yamaha	VX Limited	705
Yamaha	GP HO	714
Yamaha	VX	719
Sea-Doo	GTI 130	741
Sea-Doo	GTI SE 130	741
Sea-Doo	GTI SE 170	741
Yamaha	GP SVHO	758
Sea-Doo	GTR 230	776
Sea-Doo	GTX 170	776
Sea-Doo	RXP-X 325	778
Yamaha	VX Cruiser HO	783
Sea-Doo	Wake 170	783
Sea-Doo	Fish Pro Scout 130	785
Sea-Doo	GTR-X 300	794
Yamaha	VX Limited HO	798
Sea-Doo	GTX 300	806
Sea-Doo	GTX 230	809
Yamaha	FX HO	820
Yamaha	FX Cruiser HO	838
Sea-Doo	GTX Limited 325	849
Sea-Doo	Fish Pro Sport 170	852
Sea-Doo	Wake Pro 230	855
Kawasaki	STX 160	864
Kawasaki	STX 160 X	864
Yamaha	FX SVHO	873
Yamaha	FX Cruiser SVHO	875
Kawasaki	STX 160 LX	877
Yamaha	FX Limited SVHO	877
Sea-Doo	Explorer Pro 170	899
Sea-Doo	Explorer Pro 230	937
Sea-Doo	FishPro Trophy	938
Kawasaki	ULTRA 160 LX-S	963
Sea-Doo	FishPro Apex	978
Kawasaki	ULTRA 160 LX	987
Kawasaki	ULTRA 310X	1031
Kawasaki	ULTRA 160 LX-S Angler	1056
Kawasaki	ULTRA 310LX-S	1065
Kawasaki	ULTRA 310LX	1089

To see more info from each manufacturer, go here…

• Sea-Doo
• Yamaha
• Kawasaki

Please don’t confuse jet ski weight with the weight limit of a jet ski, you can learn more about the jet ski weight limit here in this post.

What does a 3-Seater jet ski Weigh?

A 3-seater is 495 to 1,100 pounds. The 3 person, or “3-seater” jet ski, is the most common seating capacity, with a 2-seater next.

There were some jet skis that had 4 people, but they’re rare to see these days. You also have 1 person capacity, but mostly on standups.

What About 2-Seater jet skis?

A 2-seater is anywhere from 428 to 800 pounds. A 2-seater is less common, mostly lower-end and racing jet ski have a 2 seater capacity.

What Does Two Jet Skis On Double jet ski Trailer weigh?

The average ski is about 750 pounds, so two would be 1,500 pounds. Two of the lightest skis could vary from 500 pounds up to 1,000 pounds.

The heaviest jet ski, if you had two of them, would be around 2,200 pounds. This information is important if you intend to get a trailer or lifts for your watercraft. A two-place jet ski trailer can add an extra 600 pounds on top of those figures, which is important to know for a tow vehicle.

Why The weight Matters?

It’s not always obvious why knowing jet ski weight is so important and how the weight can affect towing and where you keep your jet skis.

The video below does a great job explaining why weight distribution is important for towing:

Below, I’ve listed more reasons why it’s so important.

1. Truck capacity – Your tow vehicle has the stated rated load capacity that it can haul and stop safely. It’s important you know this number and take into consideration not only the PWC, but also its trailer along with any gear, too.
2. Lift capacity – If you keep jet skis on a drive-up lift or hoist, you will need to know how heavy it is to use the lift properly. Lifts come in different sizes and rated for different load capacity, so it’s important you get one rated for your jet skis rated load.
3. Don’t overload your trailer – A typical trailer can only hold a set number of pounds. It’s not only the heaviness, but all the gear and fuel you carry needs to be considered.
4. Don’t over load your jet ski – You don’t want to overload your jet ski capacity, as covered here.
5. Fuel efficiency – The actual load of the jet ski can impact its fuel efficiency. Heavier jet skis will require more power to propel through the water, resulting in increased fuel consumption. Understanding this allows you to make informed decisions regarding fueling and plan accordingly for longer rides. It can also affect the fuel efficiency of your tow vehicle too.
6. Safety Considerations – Proper load distribution is crucial for safe towing of your jet ski. Understanding this helps ensure that you distribute the load evenly, maintaining stability and reducing the risk of trailer accidents or trailers swaying during transportation.
7. Maintenance and Repairs – Knowing the correct load is essential for proper maintenance and repairs. It allows you to know what is the proper tire and axle ratings of your jet ski trailer.
8. Laws and regulations – Trailers in some places around the world require brakes after a certain capacity.

Knowing the real weight of your new jet skis are critical before getting a jet ski lift at your home, as covered in the video from a jet ski lift company.

Let’s Talk About Curb Vs Dry Weight

Curb weight means the total vessel weight with standard equipment, all necessary operating consumables (e.g., oil and coolant), a full tank of fuel, while not loaded with either passengers or cargo. Dry weights are also used by some jet ski manufacturers to refer to the stripped weight of a new jet ski without fuel, oil and other operational fluids. It also doesn’t include the driver or gear weight either.

In my charts, I use dry weights, as that is what most manufacturers use.

Curb weight is more accurate, but leads to higher weight measurements being shown.

Kawasaki jet ski is more likely to use curb weight, while Sea-Doo and Yamaha are more likely to use dry weights. To get a more fair, subtract 100 pounds from Kawasaki to get an estimated dry weight. When you do that, it’s not greater, but overall, Kawasaki’s do tend to weigh more. Please keep in mind, a common jet ski (not including trailers) can weigh anywhere from 375 and 1,089 pounds; 732 pounds is the average weight of PWCs.

How much does a single & Double jet ski Trailer Weigh?

A single jet ski trailer varies between 150 and 300 pounds and can haul a load of up to 1,800 pounds.

Though, there are many single trailers that have capacity that is far less. If you want to carry two, a double trailer usually between 300 and 700 pounds, and some can haul up to 2,000 pounds. This information is pulled from Triton’s Aluminum jet ski trailers.

Listed below are the pounds of each type of jet ski trailer:

• Single (One) – 150 to 300 pounds.
• Double (Two) – 300 to 700 pounds.
• 4-Place (Four) – About 1,200 pounds.

Jet Ski Trailer rated Weight Capacity

Listed below is the total pounds a trailer can carry, including the gear, fuel, and the unit itself:

• Single – One jet ski, around 1,800 pounds total.
• Double – Two jet skis, a combined of 1,500 to 3,000 pounds.
• 4-Place – Four jet skis, a combined 4,200 pounds.

Jet Ski Trailer Dimensions

If you’re storing your new jet skis on a trailer in a garage or storage unit, you’ll need to know the dimensions that I cover here.

Tip: If you're going to get a trailer and have the option of a Triton Aluminum Trailer, then get it. Sea-Doo, Karavan, and many others make jet ski trailers, and they work just fine. But I always have the best luck with Triton jet ski trailers. I find that the Aluminum jet ski trailers like the Triton's are lighter and hold up better to rust.  

Can a Car Tow Jet Skis?

Yes and no.

With the proper hitch and accessories, most cars can be adapted to tow jet skis just fine. But you must be very strict about tow capacity when it comes to a car, since it can’t tow what a truck can. If you have a car and want a new model, then the best option is to either go with a Sea-Doo Spark or a Yamaha EX jet ski, since they’re the lightest on the market.

I have even seen customers tow a single Spark jet ski behind their Prius and Mustang before. The reason why it’s so important to follow your car’s recommended towing capacity has to do with braking and getting out of ramps. If you haul something too heavy, then your car might not be able to stop correctly and people can get hurt. This is why knowing the real weight of your jet ski is so important!

Another factor is that ski ramps you’ll use to launch can be steep and a too heavy of a load can make it impossible to get out of the ramp. Or even worse, the load could pull your car down into the water and sink it! This is why it’s important to follow the towing capacity of your car or truck!