G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 boat specs
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G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 vs G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 against a pontoon G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 measures 22,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 6,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 at 16,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 tips the scales at 274 lbs — 202 lbs less than the G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 at 72 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 225 hp, the G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 has a 155-hp advantage over the G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009's 70-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 carries 21 gallons versus 3 gallons in the G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 is rated for 14 passengers, while the G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeG3 Boats
MakeG3 Boats
Model1756 SC DLX
ModelLX3 22 F/C Vinyl
Model Year2009
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam77 in
Beam102 in
Beam - Meters1.96
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches77
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise3.5℃
Deadrisenot available
Depth - Detail21 in
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches21
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail720 lbs
Weight - Detail2,740 lbs
Weight - kg326.59
Weight - kg1242.84
Weight - lbs.72
Weight - lbs.274
Width [transom] - Detail56 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet16
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches1
Length - Inches6
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Meters5.13
Length overall - Meters6.86
Length overall - Inches202
Length overall - Inches27
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardYamaha
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail21 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters79.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal21
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max70 hp
Engine max225 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,170 lbs
Maximum capacity2,800 lbs
Maximum people5
Maximum people14
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailTrail Guard?
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 9 in. Deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed
Trailer - Length over all30 ft. 0 in
Trailer - Weight1,550 lbs
Trailer - Weight4,190 lbs
Trailer - Width79 in
Trailer - Width104 in
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter23 in. x 25 in
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.100 Nosecone Gauge: 0.2
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes3

G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 vs G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 or the G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009?
The G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 is the longer of the two at 22,0 feet overall. The G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 comes in at 16,0 feet, making it roughly 6,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 or the G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009?
For trailering, the G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 has the edge at 72 lbs dry weight versus 274 lbs for the G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 is rated to a maximum of 225 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 tops out at 70 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 is certified for 14. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 77" for the G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 or the G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009?
The G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 has the bigger tank at 21 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009. That 18-gallon difference translates to roughly 54–90 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 and G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the G3 Boats 1756 SC DLX 2009 and the G3 Boats LX3 22 F/C Vinyl 2009 are built by G3 Boats. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.