When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Lund 186 Fisherman GL 2008 and the Lund A 12 2011 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
The Lund A 12 2011 tops out at 10 hp. Engine specs for the Lund 186 Fisherman GL 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Lund 186 Fisherman GL 2008 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Lund A 12 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 Fisherman GL 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Lund 186 Fisherman GL 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Lund A 12 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.