Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 boat specs
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Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012
2012
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Moomba Mobius XLV 2009 boat specs
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Moomba Mobius XLV 2009
2009
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Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 vs Moomba Mobius XLV 2009 — A Close Look at Two Modified Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 and the Moomba Mobius XLV 2009 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 at 21,5 ft versus Moomba Mobius XLV 2009 at 23,0 ft. At 33 lbs and 36 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 325 hp for the Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 and 325 hp for the Moomba Mobius XLV 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. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 carries 39 gallons versus 4 gallons in the Moomba Mobius XLV 2009. 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 Moomba Mobius XLV 2009 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 caps at 13. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Moomba Mobius XLV 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Moomba Mobius XLV 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 16 passengers and at 23,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 13 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeMoomba
MakeMoomba
ModelLiquid Force LSV
ModelMobius XLV
Model Year2012
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam97°
Beam98 in
Draft [max] - Detail24°
Draft [max] - Detail26 in
Weight - Detail3,300 lbs
Weight - Detail3,600 lbs
Weight - kg1496.85
Weight - kg1632.93
Weight - lbs.33
Weight - lbs.36
Length - Feet21.5
Length - Feet23
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6 in
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters6.55
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Inches258
Length overall - Inches276
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches98
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.66
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches26
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.7 l, V8, EFI
Engine/s standard5.7 l, V8, EFI
Fuel tank capacity - Detail39 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail40 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters147.63
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal39
Fuel tank capacity - Gal4
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeV-drive
Horsepower325 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine maxnot available
Engine max325 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people13
Maximum people16

Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 vs Moomba Mobius XLV 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 or the Moomba Mobius XLV 2009?
The Moomba Mobius XLV 2009 is the longer of the two at 23,0 feet overall. The Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 comes in at 21,5 feet, making it roughly 1,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 or the Moomba Mobius XLV 2009?
For trailering, the Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 has the edge at 33 lbs dry weight versus 36 lbs for the Moomba Mobius XLV 2009. 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.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Moomba Mobius XLV 2009 is certified for 16. 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 has the larger fuel tank — the Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 or the Moomba Mobius XLV 2009?
The Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 has the bigger tank at 39 gallons, versus 4 gallons on the Moomba Mobius XLV 2009. That 35-gallon difference translates to roughly 105–175 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 and Moomba Mobius XLV 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Moomba Liquid Force LSV 2012 and the Moomba Mobius XLV 2009 are built by Moomba. 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.