Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 vs Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 or the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013?

The Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 is the longer of the two at 29,2 feet overall. The Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 comes in at 18,4 feet, making it roughly 10,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 or the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013?

For trailering, the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 has the edge at 245 lbs dry weight versus 597 lbs for the Larson LXi 292 I/O 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: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 has a documented max rating of 225 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 is certified for 8. 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 LXi 292 I/O 2013 measures 108" wide, compared to 92" for the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011. 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 LX 850 Classic 2011 or the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013?

The Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 has the bigger tank at 23 gallons, versus 1 gallons on the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013. That 22-gallon difference translates to roughly 66–110 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 and Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 and the Larson LXi 292 I/O 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 LX 850 Classic 2011 vs Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013

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Larson LX 850 Classic 2011

2011

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Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013

2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 vs Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 against a deep vee Larson LXi 292 I/O 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 LXi 292 I/O 2013 measures 29,2 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 10,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 at 18,4 feet (2011). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 tips the scales at 597 lbs — 352 lbs less than the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 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 Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 carries a rated maximum of 225 hp. Engine data for the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 carries 23 gallons versus 1 gallons in the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013. 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 LXi 292 I/O 2013 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 29,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 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

ModelLX 850 Classic

ModelLXi 292 I/O

Model Year2011

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam7 ft. 8 in. (2.33 m)

Beam9 ft. (3 m)

Beam - Meters2.34

Beam - Meters2.74

Beam - Inches92

Beam - Inches108

Deadrise21°

Deadrise24°

Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (79 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (99.1 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.79

Draft [max] - Meters0.99

Draft [max] - Inches31

Draft [max] - Inches39

Weight - Detail2,450 lbs. (1,111 kg) with base engine

Weight - Detail5,970 lbs. (2,687 kg) with base engine (350 Mag)

Weight - kg1111.3

Weight - kg2707.94

Weight - lbs.245

Weight - lbs.597

Length - Feet18.42

Length - Feet29.17

Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in. (5.64 m)

Length overall - Detail29 ft. 2 in. (8.69 m)

Length overall - Meters5.61

Length overall - Meters8.89

Length overall - Inches221

Length overall - Inches35

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull materialComposite

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardMerCruiser 3.0L WPS

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (379 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06

Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54

Fuel tank capacity - Gal23

Fuel tank capacity - Gal1

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Horsepower135 hp

Horsepowernot available

Engine max225 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people7

Maximum peoplenot available

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity20 gal. (75.7 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail13 gal. (47 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters49.21

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal13

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailLX 3000 DB with swing tongue

Trailer - Detailnot available

Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 8 in. (6.9 m)

Trailer - Length over all34 ft. 9 in. (10.59 m)

Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 vs Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 or the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013?

The Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 is the longer of the two at 29,2 feet overall. The Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 comes in at 18,4 feet, making it roughly 10,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 or the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013?

For trailering, the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 has the edge at 245 lbs dry weight versus 597 lbs for the Larson LXi 292 I/O 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 has a documented max rating of 225 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 is certified for 8. 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 LXi 292 I/O 2013 measures 108" wide, compared to 92" for the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011. 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 LX 850 Classic 2011 or the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013?

The Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 has the bigger tank at 23 gallons, versus 1 gallons on the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013. That 22-gallon difference translates to roughly 66–110 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 and Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson LX 850 Classic 2011 and the Larson LXi 292 I/O 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.

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