Matching a deep vee Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2013 against a modified vee Larson LX 710 I/O 2011 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 — Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2013 at 18,5 ft versus Larson LX 710 I/O 2011 at 17,1 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2013 tips the scales at 2 219 lbs — 2 015 lbs more than the Larson LX 710 I/O 2011 at 204 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 175 hp, the Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2013 has a 40-hp advantage over the Larson LX 710 I/O 2011's 135-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 LX 710 I/O 2011 carries 23 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Larson FX 1850 DC O/B 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 7 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.