Lowe 22 Bay 2013 vs Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 or the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013?

The Lowe 22 Bay 2013 is the longer of the two at 22,3 feet overall. The Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 comes in at 17,4 feet, making it roughly 4,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 or the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013?

For trailering, the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 has the edge at 1 446 lbs dry weight versus 1 923 lbs for the Lowe 22 Bay 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 Lowe 22 Bay 2013 is rated to a maximum of 200 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 tops out at 150 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 Lowe 22 Bay 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 is certified for 6. 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: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 and Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 share an 95.5 in. (2.43 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 or the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013?

The Lowe 22 Bay 2013 has the bigger tank at 41 gallons, versus 26 gallons on the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013. That 15-gallon difference translates to roughly 45–75 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 and Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 and the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 are built by Lowe. 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

Lowe 22 Bay 2013 vs Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013

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Lowe 22 Bay 2013

2013

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Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013

2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Lowe 22 Bay 2013 vs Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Lowe 22 Bay 2013 against a deep vee Lowe FM175 Pro WT 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 Lowe 22 Bay 2013 measures 22,3 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 4,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 at 17,4 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 tips the scales at 1 923 lbs — 477 lbs more than the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 at 1 446 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 Lowe 22 Bay 2013 has a 50-hp advantage over the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013's 150-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 carries 41 gallons versus 26 gallons in the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 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 Lowe 22 Bay 2013 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 22,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeLowe

Model22 Bay

ModelFM175 Pro WT

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam95.5 in. (2.43 m)

Beam96 in. (2.44 m)

Beam - Meters2.44

Beam - Inches95.5

Beam - Inches96

Depth - Detail25 in. (0.64 m)

Depth - Detailnot available

Depth - Centimeters63.5

Depth - Centimetersnot available

Depth - Inches25

Depth - Inchesnot available

Weight - Detail1,923 lbs. (872 kg)

Weight - Detail1,446 lbs. (655.9 kg)

Weight - kg872.26

Weight - kg655.89

Weight - lbs.1923

Weight - lbs.1446

Width [transom] - Detail86.25 in. (2.18 m) bottom

Width [transom] - Detail84 in. (2.13 m) bottom

Height [transom]25 in. (0.64 m)

Length - Feet22.25

Length - Feet17.42

Length overall - Detail22 ft. 3 in. (6.8 m)

Length overall - Detail17 ft. 5 in. (5.31 m)

Length overall - Meters6.78

Length overall - Meters5.31

Length overall - Inches267

Length overall - Inches209

Height - Detailnot available

Height - Detail40 in. (1.02 m) bow

Height - Metersnot available

Height - Meters1.02

Height - Inchesnot available

Height - Inches4

Body / Hull

Hull materialAluminum

Hull thickness0.125 in. (3.18 mm) bottom; 0.110 in. (2.8 mm) sides

Hull thickness0.100 in. (2.5 mm)

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail41 gal. (155.2 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail26 gal. (98.42 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters155.2

Fuel tank capacity - Liters98.42

Fuel tank capacity - Gal41

Fuel tank capacity - Gal26

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Engine max200 hp (149 kW)

Engine max150 hp (111 kW)

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,923 lbs. (872.3 kg)

Maximum capacity1,600 lbs. (726 kg)

Maximum people8 / 1,160 lbs. (526.2 kg)

Maximum people6 / 960 lbs. (435 kg)

Trailer Info

Trailer - Widthnot available

Trailer - Width102 in. (2.59 m)

Lowe 22 Bay 2013 vs Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 or the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013?

The Lowe 22 Bay 2013 is the longer of the two at 22,3 feet overall. The Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 comes in at 17,4 feet, making it roughly 4,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 or the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013?

For trailering, the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 has the edge at 1 446 lbs dry weight versus 1 923 lbs for the Lowe 22 Bay 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 Lowe 22 Bay 2013 is rated to a maximum of 200 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 tops out at 150 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 Lowe 22 Bay 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 is certified for 6. 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.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 and Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 share an 95.5 in. (2.43 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 or the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013?

The Lowe 22 Bay 2013 has the bigger tank at 41 gallons, versus 26 gallons on the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013. That 15-gallon difference translates to roughly 45–75 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 and Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Lowe 22 Bay 2013 and the Lowe FM175 Pro WT 2013 are built by Lowe. 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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