Matching a flat G3 Boats Eagle 176 2011 against a modified vee G3 Boats Eagle Talon 19 DLX 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 — G3 Boats Eagle 176 2011 at 17,6 ft versus G3 Boats Eagle Talon 19 DLX 2013 at 19,8 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the G3 Boats Eagle Talon 19 DLX 2013 tips the scales at 121 lbs — 120 lbs less than the G3 Boats Eagle 176 2011 at 1 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 150 hp, the G3 Boats Eagle Talon 19 DLX 2013 has a 80-hp advantage over the G3 Boats Eagle 176 2011'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 Eagle Talon 19 DLX 2013 carries 21 gallons versus 12 gallons in the G3 Boats Eagle 176 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 4 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 G3 Boats Eagle Talon 19 DLX 2013 at 19,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The G3 Boats Eagle 176 2011 at 17,6 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.