How Much Does A Jet Ski Weigh & Trailer

How much a jet ski and trailer 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 weights of a jet ski is vital for towing, lifts, carrying capacity and more.

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

How Much Does A Jet Ski Weigh?

A jet ski typically weighs between 375 and 1,089 pounds, depending on the model.

The average weight of a jet ski about 732 pounds.

The lightest standup waverunner is the Yamaha SuperJet at 375 pounds. The lightest sit-down watercraft is the Sea-Doo Spark 2up at 410 pounds. The heaviest jet ski is the Kawasaki ULTRA 310LX at 1,089 Pounds.

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

The Weight Chart of Jet Skis

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

• Sea-Doo
• Yamaha
• Kawasaki

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

What Do 3-Seater Jet skis Weigh?

A 3-seater jet ski weighs from 425 to 1,100 pounds. The 3 person, or “3-seater” PWC, is the most common seating capacity, with an 2-seater next.

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

What About 2-Seaters?

The weight for a 2-seater jet ski goes from 375 to 800 pounds. A 2-seater jet ski is less common, mostly lower-end and racing watercraft have a 2 seater capacity.

What is Two Jet Skis On Double jet ski Trailer?

The average weight of most jet skis 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 trailer can add an extra 600 pounds on top of those figures, which is important to know for a tow vehicle.

Why The Jet Ski’s Weight Matters – The Real-World Issues

When it comes to PWCs, It’s not always obvious why the jet ski and trailer weight are so important. The video below does a great job explaining why:

Below, I’ve listed more reasons why the actual weights of jet skis is so important.

1. Truck capacity – Your tow vehicle has the stated rated 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 your jet ski 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 capacity, so it’s important you get one rated for your jet ski’s weight.
3. Don’t overload your trailer – A jet ski trailer can only hold a set number of pounds. It’s not only the heaviness of the ski, 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 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 PWC. Understanding this helps ensure that you distribute the load evenly, maintaining stability and reducing the risk of accidents or jet ski trailer sways during transportation.
7. Maintenance and Repairs – Knowing the weights of your jet skis and trailer is essential for proper maintenance and repairs. It allows you to know what is the proper tire and axle ratings of your trailer.
8. Laws and regulations – Trailers in some places around the world require brakes after a certain capacity.

Knowing the actual weights of your 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 jet ski weights 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 is also used by some PWC manufacturers to refer to the weight of the 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. Not the most fair for when comparing jet skis, but this mix match won’t stop as manufacturers use it to their advantage.

Kawasaki 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 jet skis do tend to weigh more. Please keep in mind, jet skis (not including trailers) can weigh anywhere from 375 and 1,089 pounds; 732 pounds is the average weights of PWCs.

How Much do A Jet Ski Trailer Weigh, Single & Double

The 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 jet skis, 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 Jet Ski) – 150 to 300 pounds.
• Double (Two Jet Skis) – 300 to 700 pounds.
• 4-Place (Four Jet Skis) – About 1,200 pounds.

Jet Ski Trailer Weight Capacity

Listed below is the total pounds a jet ski 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 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 trailers, and they work just fine. But I always have the best luck with Triton Trailers. I find that the Aluminum 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 a watercraft 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 jet ski, then the best option is to either go with a Sea-Doo Spark or a Yamaha EX since they’re the lightest watercraft on the market.

I have even seen customers tow a single spark 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 weights of jet skis is so important!

Another factor is that ramps you’ll use to launch your watercraft 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!

If you do go with a Sea-Doo Spark, then check out the Spark MOVE II trailer. This trailer is made for 2 Sparks and works just perfect if you have a car! I recommend the Galvanized version since it holds up better to rust.

Sum Up

A jet ski can weigh anywhere from 375 pounds to 1,089 pounds; 732 pounds is the average weight of a jet ski.

The weight of a jet ski can vary depending on the model and the items you carry. Every watercraft has a max weight limit and that should be what you follow instead of the rider capacity number.