Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 boat specs
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Moomba Mobius LSV 2013
2013
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Moomba Mobius XLV 2007 boat specs
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Moomba Mobius XLV 2007
2007
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Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 vs Moomba Mobius XLV 2007: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 vs Moomba Mobius XLV 2007 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 at 21,5 ft versus Moomba Mobius XLV 2007 at 23,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Moomba Mobius XLV 2007 tips the scales at 3 600 lbs - 200 lbs less than the Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 at 3 400 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 330 hp for the Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 and 325 hp for the Moomba Mobius XLV 2007. 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. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 39 gal and 40 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Moomba Mobius XLV 2007 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 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 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Moomba Mobius XLV 2007 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 Mobius LSV 2013 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
ModelMobius LSV
ModelMobius XLV
Model Year2013
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam97 in.
Beam98 in. (2.49 m)
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Inches97
Beam - Inches98
Draft [max] - Detail24 in.
Draft [max] - Detail26 in. (0.66 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.61
Draft [max] - Meters0.66
Draft [max] - Inches24
Draft [max] - Inches26
Weight - Detail3,400 lbs.
Weight - Detail3,600 lbs. (1,633 kg)
Weight - kg1542.21
Weight - kg1632.93
Weight - lbs.3400
Weight - lbs.3600
Length - Feet21.5
Length - Feet23
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 6 in.
Length [over all with swim platform]25 ft. (7.62 m)
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Detail23 ft. (7.01 m)
Length overall - Meters6.55
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Inches258
Length overall - Inches276
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters7.01
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeIndmar
Engine makenot available
Engine modelAssault V8 CAT
Engine modelnot available
Fuel systemEFI
Fuel systemnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail39 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters147.63
Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal39
Fuel tank capacity - Gal40
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeV-drive
Horsepower330 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard5.7 l, V-8, EFI
Engine maxnot available
Engine max325 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,800 lbs.
Maximum capacity2,300 lbs. (1,043 kg)
Maximum people13
Maximum people16
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 3 in.
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 8 in. (8.13 m) w/boat
Trailer - WeightBoat and Trailer: 4,250 lbs.
Trailer - Weight4,700 lbs. (2,132 kg) w/boat
Trailer - Width102 in.
Trailer - Width102 in. (2.59 m) w/boat
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailBoatmate

Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 vs Moomba Mobius XLV 2007 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 or the Moomba Mobius XLV 2007?
The Moomba Mobius XLV 2007 is the longer of the two at 23,0 feet overall. The Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 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 Mobius LSV 2013 or the Moomba Mobius XLV 2007?
For trailering, the Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 has the edge at 3 400 lbs dry weight versus 3 600 lbs for the Moomba Mobius XLV 2007. 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 Mobius LSV 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Moomba Mobius XLV 2007 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 is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Moomba Mobius XLV 2007 measures 98" wide, compared to 97" for the Moomba Mobius LSV 2013. 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.
How do the fuel tanks compare on the Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 and Moomba Mobius XLV 2007?
Both boats carry similar fuel loads - 39 gallons and 40 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.
Are the Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 and Moomba Mobius XLV 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Moomba Mobius LSV 2013 and the Moomba Mobius XLV 2007 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.