Matching a deep vee Duckworth Pacific Navigator 235 2012 against a modified vee Duckworth Pro 723 2013 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Duckworth Pacific Navigator 235 2012 at 25,5 ft versus Duckworth Pro 723 2013 at 23,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Duckworth Pacific Navigator 235 2012 tips the scales at 249 lbs — 232 lbs more than the Duckworth Pro 723 2013 at 17 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 Duckworth Pacific Navigator 235 2012 carries a rated maximum of 450 hp. Engine data for the Duckworth Pro 723 2013 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Duckworth Pacific Navigator 235 2012 carries 127 gallons versus 42 gallons in the Duckworth Pro 723 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Duckworth Pacific Navigator 235 2012 at 25,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Duckworth Pro 723 2013 at 23,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.