Matching a flat Lund 1448 2008 against a modified vee Lund 1852MT 2009 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 Lund 1852MT 2009 measures 18,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Lund 1448 2008 at 14,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lund 1852MT 2009 tips the scales at 475 lbs — 110 lbs less than the Lund 1448 2008 at 365 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 25 hp for the Lund 1448 2008 and 45 hp for the Lund 1852MT 2009. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Lund 1852MT 2009 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Lund 1448 2008 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund 1852MT 2009 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Lund 1852MT 2009 comes in at 11 lbs per hp versus 15 lbs per hp for the Lund 1448 2008. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Bottom line: Choose the Lund 1852MT 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Lund 1448 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.