The Lund 186 Fisherman GL 2008 vs Lund Mr. Pike 17 2004 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The Lund Mr. Pike 17 2004 tops out at 140 hp. Engine specs for the Lund 186 Fisherman GL 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Lund Mr. Pike 17 2004 carries 32 gallons versus 4 gallons in the Lund 186 Fisherman GL 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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 Mr. Pike 17 2004 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 Mr. Pike 17 2004 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.