Lund 1648 Jon 2012 boat specs
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Lund 1648 Jon 2012
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Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 boat specs
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Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013
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Lund 1648 Jon 2012 vs Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Lund 1648 Jon 2012 is a flat-bottom design and the Lund 186 Pro-V 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Lund 1648 Jon 2012 at 15,8 ft versus Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 at 18,5 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 tips the scales at 1 800 lbs - 1 435 lbs less than the Lund 1648 Jon 2012 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 200 hp, the Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 has a 165-hp advantage over the Lund 1648 Jon 2012's 35-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 Pro-V GL 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Lund 1648 Jon 2012 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 18,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Lund 1648 Jon 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeLund
MakeLund
Model1648 Jon
Model186 Pro-V GL
Model Year2012
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam70 in.
Beam98 in.
Beam - Meters1.78
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Inches70
Beam - Inches98
Weight - Detail365 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,800 lbs.
Weight - kg165.56
Weight - kg816.47
Weight - lbs.365
Weight - lbs.1800
Height [transom]15 / 20 in.
Height [transom]25 in.
Length - Feet15.83
Length - Feet18.5
Length overall - Detail15 ft. 10 in.
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Meters4.83
Length overall - Meters5.64
Length overall - Inches190
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 max35 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 people6
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 1648 Jon 2012 vs Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Lund 1648 Jon 2012 or the Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013?
The Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 is the longer of the two at 18,5 feet overall. The Lund 1648 Jon 2012 comes in at 15,8 feet, making it roughly 2,7 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Lund 1648 Jon 2012 or the Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013?
For trailering, the Lund 1648 Jon 2012 has the edge at 365 lbs dry weight versus 1 800 lbs for the Lund 186 Pro-V 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 Pro-V GL 2013 is rated to a maximum of 200 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Lund 1648 Jon 2012 tops out at 35 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 1648 Jon 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 4 passengers, while the Lund 186 Pro-V GL 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.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 measures 98" wide, compared to 70" for the Lund 1648 Jon 2012. 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 1648 Jon 2012 and Lund 186 Pro-V GL 2013 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Lund 1648 Jon 2012 and the Lund 186 Pro-V 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.