I had a OT predator and it was so heavy for me to move etc. I got a used but like new ex123 and love it. I never looked back. It is light enough to take anyplace and load and unload myself. It is super stable, fast tracks well and yes a crate even fits on and even inside the read hatch. The EX 123 even though a sit in works perfect for me and I did only fish sit on before. If you get one you will not go wrong. If you can find a demo or used one jump on it. Even though the price point is still good on a new one.