Matching a flat G3 Boats 1648 LW Jon 2012 against a tunnel G3 Boats 1860 WOFJ 2010 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 — G3 Boats 1648 LW Jon 2012 at 15,8 ft versus G3 Boats 1860 WOFJ 2010 at 18,1 ft. At 27 lbs and 7 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 60 hp, the G3 Boats 1860 WOFJ 2010 has a 35-hp advantage over the G3 Boats 1648 LW Jon 2012's 25-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The G3 Boats 1860 WOFJ 2010 is rated for 6 passengers, while the G3 Boats 1648 LW Jon 2012 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the G3 Boats 1860 WOFJ 2010 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the G3 Boats 1860 WOFJ 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 18,1 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The G3 Boats 1648 LW Jon 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.