How Much Does A Jet Ski Weigh & Trailer

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

Jet skis and trailers have gotten bigger over the years, and the actual weight of them has increased too. Knowing the correct weight 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 weights 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 jet skis weigh anywhere from 428 and 1,089 pounds, depending on the model, features, jet ski accessories, gear, engine and extras you add to it.

The average jet ski weight 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 at 1,089 Pounds.

The advertised weight 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 weight of the trailer if you’re pulling them with your truck!

2025 Jet Ski Weight Chart

To see more info from each jet ski manufacturer, go here…

• Sea-Doo
• Yamaha
• Kawasaki

If you’re looking for the rider’s weight limit, then this post will help.

What does a 3-Seater jet ski Weigh?

A 3-seater jet ski weighs 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 jet ski weighs 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 is Two Jet Skis On Double jet ski Trailer?

The average weight of your typical jet ski is about 750 pounds, so two would be 1,500 pounds. Two of the lightest jet 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 of a jet ski matters

It’s not always obvious why knowing jet ski weight is so important. 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 weight 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 weight capacity, so it’s important you get one rated for your jet skis rated weight.
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 weight 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 weight 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 weight 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 Sea-Doo jet ski is critical before getting a lift at your home, as covered in the video below.

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?

The physical weight of 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 weighs 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 jet ski weight is so important!

Another factor is that jet 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!