Matching a modified vee Triton Boats 1862 SC 2013 against a flat Triton Boats A182 SFB-MT 2012 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 — Triton Boats 1862 SC 2013 at 18,3 ft versus Triton Boats A182 SFB-MT 2012 at 18,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Triton Boats A182 SFB-MT 2012 tips the scales at 475 lbs — 374 lbs less than the Triton Boats 1862 SC 2013 at 101 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 — 25 hp for the Triton Boats 1862 SC 2013 and 45 hp for the Triton Boats A182 SFB-MT 2012. 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 boats are rated for 6 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.