Matching a deep vee Larson FX 2050 TL O/B 2013 against a modified vee Larson LX 850 Classic I/O 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 — Larson FX 2050 TL O/B 2013 at 20,2 ft versus Larson LX 850 Classic I/O 2012 at 18,4 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson FX 2050 TL O/B 2013 tips the scales at 2 579 lbs — 2 334 lbs more than the Larson LX 850 Classic I/O 2012 at 245 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 200 hp, the Larson FX 2050 TL O/B 2013 has a 65-hp advantage over the Larson LX 850 Classic I/O 2012'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 FX 2050 TL O/B 2013 carries 35 gallons versus 19 gallons in the Larson LX 850 Classic I/O 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 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.