Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 vs Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 or the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013?

The Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 is the longer of the two at 20,2 feet overall. The Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 comes in at 17,0 feet, making it roughly 3,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 or the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013?

For trailering, the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 has the edge at 2 375 lbs dry weight versus 2 774 lbs for the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013. 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.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 tops out at 190 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.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 is certified for 7. 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.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 measures 102" wide, compared to 88" for the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007. 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.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 or the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013?

The Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 has the bigger tank at 35 gallons, versus 23 gallons on the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007. That 12-gallon difference translates to roughly 36–60 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 and Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 and the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 are built by Larson. 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.

Boat Comparison

Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 vs Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013

Larson

Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007

2007

View full specs →

Larson

Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013

2013

View full specs →

Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 vs Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 against a deep vee Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 measures 20,2 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 3,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 at 17,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 tips the scales at 2 774 lbs — 399 lbs less than the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 at 2 375 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 250 hp, the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 has a 60-hp advantage over the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007's 190-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 carries 35 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 17,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeLarson

Model180 Sport I/O

ModelFX 2050 SC O/B

Model Year2007

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam7 ft. 4 in. (2.24 m)

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.24

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches88

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise21℃

Deadrise16°

Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (78.7 cm)

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.79

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Inches31

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Weight - Detail2,375 lbs. (1,080 kg)

Weight - Detail2,774 lbs. (1,258 kg) with Mercury 200 Verado

Weight - kg1077.28

Weight - kg1258.26

Weight - lbs.2375

Weight - lbs.2774

Length - Meters5.36

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet17

Length - Feet20.17

Length - Inches7

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail17 ft. 7 in. (5.36 m)

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 2 in. (6.14 m)

Length overall - Meters5.36

Length overall - Meters6.15

Length overall - Inches211

Length overall - Inches242

Depth - Detailnot available

Depth - Detail26 in. (66 cm)

Depth - Centimetersnot available

Depth - Centimeters66.04

Depth - Inchesnot available

Depth - Inches26

Height [transom]not available

Height [transom]25 in. (64 cm)

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull materialComposite

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardVolvo Penta 4.3 GL

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06

Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49

Fuel tank capacity - Gal23

Fuel tank capacity - Gal35

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeInboard/Outboard

Drive typeOutboard

Engine max190 hp

Engine max250 hp (186 kW)

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)

Maximum capacity2,000 lbs. (907 kg)

Maximum people8

Maximum people7

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailCustom EZ Loader

Trailer - DetailCustom color matched FX 4000 with swing tongue

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 4 in. (6.8 m)

Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 vs Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 or the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013?

The Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 is the longer of the two at 20,2 feet overall. The Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 comes in at 17,0 feet, making it roughly 3,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 or the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013?

For trailering, the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 has the edge at 2 375 lbs dry weight versus 2 774 lbs for the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013. 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 Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 is rated to a maximum of 250 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 tops out at 190 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 Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 is certified for 7. 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 Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 measures 102" wide, compared to 88" for the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007. 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.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 or the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013?

The Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 has the bigger tank at 35 gallons, versus 23 gallons on the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007. That 12-gallon difference translates to roughly 36–60 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 and Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 and the Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 are built by Larson. 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.

← Larson 180 Sport I/O 2007 full specs ← Larson FX 2050 SC O/B 2013 full specs