Matching a modified vee Larson 180 Sport 2009 against a deep vee Larson FX 2050 TL 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 TL 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 2009 at 17,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson FX 2050 TL O/B 2013 tips the scales at 2 579 lbs — 204 lbs less than the Larson 180 Sport 2009 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 Larson FX 2050 TL O/B 2013 tops out at 200 hp. Engine specs for the Larson 180 Sport 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson FX 2050 TL O/B 2013 carries 35 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Larson 180 Sport 2009. 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 2009 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson FX 2050 TL 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 2009 could be the deciding factor.