Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
G3 Boats 1860CC Camo 2007 vs G3 Boats LV 168 FC 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The G3 Boats 1860CC Camo 2007 vs G3 Boats LV 168 FC 2011 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — G3 Boats 1860CC Camo 2007 at 17,0 ft versus G3 Boats LV 168 FC 2011 at 16,0 ft. At 83 lbs and 116 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 90 hp, the G3 Boats 1860CC Camo 2007 has a 30-hp advantage over the G3 Boats LV 168 FC 2011's 60-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 1860CC Camo 2007 carries 21 gallons versus 12 gallons in the G3 Boats LV 168 FC 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 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.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The G3 Boats 1860CC Camo 2007 comes in at 1 lbs per hp versus 2 lbs per hp for the G3 Boats LV 168 FC 2011. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the G3 Boats 1860CC Camo 2007 and its 90-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the G3 Boats LV 168 FC 2011 with its 60-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model1860CC Camo
ModelLV 168 FC
Model Year2007
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam80 in
BeamDeck Width: 8 ft
Beam - Meters2.03
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches8
Beam - Inches96
Deadrise6℃
Deadrisenot available
Depth - Detail24 in
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters60.96
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches24
Depth - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail830 lbs
Weight - Detail1,160 lbs
Weight - kg376.48
Weight - kg526.17
Weight - lbs.83
Weight - lbs.116
Width [transom] - Detail60 in
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height [transom]20 in
Height [transom]not available
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet16
Length - Inches11
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 11 in
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.46
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches215
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]16 ft
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardYamaha
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail21 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail12 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters79.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal21
Fuel tank capacity - Gal12
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max90 hp
Engine max60 hp
Engine makenot available
Engine makeYamaha
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs
Maximum capacity1,250 lbs
Maximum people6
Maximum people6
Storagenot available
StorageLivewell: 12 x 20 in., 11 gal
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailTrail Guard?
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 0 in. Deduct 20 in. with Trail Guard tongue removed
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 1 in
Trailer - Weight1,700 lbs
Trailer - Weight2,040 lbs
Trailer - Width85 in
Trailer - Width102 in
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter23 x 25 in
Tube gaugenot available
Tube gauge0.080 Nosecone Gauge: 0.1
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes2