Lund 1232 Jon 2011 boat specs
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Lund 1232 Jon 2011
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Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 boat specs
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Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013
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Lund 1232 Jon 2011 vs Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Lund 1232 Jon 2011 is a flat-bottom design and the Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 measures 18,5 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 6,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Lund 1232 Jon 2011 at 11,8 feet (2011). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 tips the scales at 1 800 lbs - 1 710 lbs less than the Lund 1232 Jon 2011 at 90 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 Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 has a 197-hp advantage over the Lund 1232 Jon 2011's 3-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Lund 1232 Jon 2011 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 8 passengers and at 18,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Lund 1232 Jon 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeLund
MakeLund
Model1232 Jon
Model186 Tyee GL
Model Year2011
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam48 in.
Beam98 in.
Beam - Meters1.22
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Inches48
Beam - Inches98
Weight - Detail90 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,800 lbs.
Weight - kg40.82
Weight - kg816.47
Weight - lbs.90
Weight - lbs.1800
Height [transom]15 in.
Height [transom]25 in.
Length - Feet11.83
Length - Feet18.5
Length overall - Detail11 ft. 10 in.
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Meters3.61
Length overall - Meters5.64
Length overall - Inches142
Length overall - Inches222
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeFlat
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max3 hp
Engine max200 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail40 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal40
Operational Info
Storagenot available
StorageRod Storage: 6 ft. 6 in. - 8 ft.
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,900 lbs.
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people8
Trailer Info
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Height6 ft. 10.5 in.
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all24 ft.
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Weight3,071 lbs.
Trailer - Widthnot available
Trailer - Width8 ft. 7 in.

Lund 1232 Jon 2011 vs Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Lund 1232 Jon 2011 or the Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013?
The Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 is the longer of the two at 18,5 feet overall. The Lund 1232 Jon 2011 comes in at 11,8 feet, making it roughly 6,7 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Lund 1232 Jon 2011 or the Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013?
For trailering, the Lund 1232 Jon 2011 has the edge at 90 lbs dry weight versus 1 800 lbs for the Lund 186 Tyee GL 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 Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 is rated to a maximum of 200 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Lund 1232 Jon 2011 tops out at 3 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 Lund 1232 Jon 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 3 passengers, while the Lund 186 Tyee GL 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 Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 measures 98" wide, compared to 48" for the Lund 1232 Jon 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.
Are the Lund 1232 Jon 2011 and Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Lund 1232 Jon 2011 and the Lund 186 Tyee GL 2013 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.