G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 boat specs
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G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012
2012
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G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 boat specs
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G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 vs G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a pontoon G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 against a modified vee G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 measures 22,5 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 6,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 at 15,8 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 tips the scales at 222 lbs — 218 lbs more than the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 at 4 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 115 hp, the G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 has a 65-hp advantage over the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010's 50-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 LX 22 C 2012 is rated for 12 passengers, while the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 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 LX 22 C 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 22,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeG3 Boats
MakeG3 Boats
ModelLX 22 C
ModelWelded Jon - 1652 VBW
Model Year2012
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. deck width
Beam71 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters1.8
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches71
Weight - Detail2,220 lbs
Weight - Detail400 lbs
Weight - kg1006.97
Weight - kg181.44
Weight - lbs.222
Weight - lbs.4
Length [deck]22 ft. 6 in
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet22.5
Length - Feet15.83
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise3℃
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail21 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches21
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail52 in
Height [transom]not available
Height [transom]20 in
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail15 ft. 10 in
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters4.83
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches19
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.100 ga
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube gauge0.080 Nosecone Gauge: 0.1
Tube gaugenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeYamaha
Engine makenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail36.5 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters140.06
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal36.5
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max115 hp
Engine max50T / 60C
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardYamaha
Operational Info
StorageLivewell: 11 x 9 in., 6.5 gal
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity2,220 lbs
Maximum capacity1,000 lbs
Maximum people12
Maximum people4
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all29 ft. 10 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight3,740 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width102 in
Trailer - Widthnot available

G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 vs G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 or the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010?
The G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 is the longer of the two at 22,5 feet overall. The G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 comes in at 15,8 feet, making it roughly 6,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 or the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010?
For trailering, the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 has the edge at 4 lbs dry weight versus 222 lbs for the G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012. 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 LX 22 C 2012 is rated to a maximum of 115 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 tops out at 50 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 LX 22 C 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 is certified for 4. 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 LX 22 C 2012 measures 102" wide, compared to 71" for the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010. 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.
Are the G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 and G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the G3 Boats LX 22 C 2012 and the G3 Boats Welded Jon - 1652 VBW 2010 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.