Matching a deep vee Kingfisher 1725 Flex SC 2013 against a modified vee Kingfisher 1800 Trio Tiller 2012 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 — Kingfisher 1725 Flex SC 2013 at 17,5 ft versus Kingfisher 1800 Trio Tiller 2012 at 17,7 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Kingfisher 1725 Flex SC 2013 tips the scales at 1 495 lbs — 1 484 lbs more than the Kingfisher 1800 Trio Tiller 2012 at 11 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 Kingfisher 1800 Trio Tiller 2012 tops out at 70 hp. Engine specs for the Kingfisher 1725 Flex SC 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Kingfisher 1725 Flex SC 2013 carries 35 gallons versus 2 gallons in the Kingfisher 1800 Trio Tiller 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 5 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.