Matching a modified vee Lund 1700 Tyee 2011 against a deep vee Lund 1725 Pro Guide 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Lund 1700 Tyee 2011 at 17,0 ft versus Lund 1725 Pro Guide 2013 at 17,3 ft. At 12 lbs and 112 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 125 hp, the Lund 1700 Tyee 2011 has a 50-hp advantage over the Lund 1725 Pro Guide 2013's 75-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 24 gal and 27 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Lund 1725 Pro Guide 2013 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Lund 1700 Tyee 2011 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Lund 1725 Pro Guide 2013 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Lund 1700 Tyee 2011 comes in at 0 lbs per hp versus 2 lbs per hp for the Lund 1725 Pro Guide 2013. 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 1725 Pro Guide 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 17,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Lund 1700 Tyee 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.