When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson 1750 LX 2009 and the Larson FX 1750 SC O/B 2012 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Larson 1750 LX 2009 at 17,1 ft versus Larson FX 1750 SC O/B 2012 at 17,4 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson 1750 LX 2009 tips the scales at 204 lbs — 188 lbs more than the Larson FX 1750 SC O/B 2012 at 16 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 Larson FX 1750 SC O/B 2012 tops out at 150 hp. Engine specs for the Larson 1750 LX 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 23 gal and 23 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Larson 1750 LX 2009 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Larson FX 1750 SC O/B 2012 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson 1750 LX 2009 could be the deciding factor.