For trailering, the Lund 197 Pro-V GL 2008 has the edge at 21 lbs dry weight versus 87 lbs for the Lund 1040 Jon Boat Tiller 2023. 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.

The Lund 197 Pro-V GL 2008 has an official capacity rating of 5 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Yes — both the Lund 1040 Jon Boat Tiller 2023 and the Lund 197 Pro-V GL 2008 are built by Lund. 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.