Lund Pro V Bass 1875 vs Pro V Bass XS | The Best Boats for Fishing in Arizona
Arizona has plenty of year round fishing spots that are just waiting for you and your fishing boat to show up. There's no better way to catch a Largemouth Bass than with a Lund Pro V Bass or Pro V Bass XS aluminum bass fishing boat. These boats are designed for serious fishermen and tournament anglers who are all about catching fish.
With the Pro V Bass XS having 4 seats; there's nothing like it in the fiberglass bass boat market. It's a solid tournament fishing boat that is designed to handle both shallow water and rough water conditions.
Minnesota-based Lund Boats are well-known for being an excellent manufacturer. Most customers pick a fishing boat for its value and its quality, but Lund has the most. Lund Boats' price was lower than its competitors, however, and its service is unrivaled.
This article compares 2 great Lund fishing boats. And they are both available at Laken Water Sports which is Arizona's only Authorized Lund Dealer. So decide which Pro V Bass 1875 boat is for you, get down to Laken, and head for Lake Roosevelt to catch some dinner.
1875 Pro V Bass and Pro V Bass XS Design
The 1875 Pro V Bass and Pro V Bass XS aluminum fishing boat is designed for fisherman and understands what you want in a boat.
Lund owners appreciate the stability and dependability of Lund fishing boats. Knowing that your boat is going to be reliable enough to get you out and back without a problem gives you peace of mind. Especially if you fish alone.
The well thought out storage and rod lockers of the 1875 Pro V Bass creates fishability and convenience like no other brand. It has clean and neat attention to detail which makes it feel easy.
The Pro V Bass and Pro V Bas XS track well and get great gas mileage. You can get stuck in the occasional rough weather in Arizona and still feel like you are safe and secure in your Lund.
The 1875 Pro V Bass and Pro V Bass XS have Lund's signature IPS2 V-hull which makes it a really dry ride. It's built to perform and includes a stainless steel prop, 3 step rescue ladder, plus retractable tie-on's to your tarp.
1875 Pro V Bass Aluminum Bass Boat
Since 2016, the Lund 1875 Pro V has been one of the best bass boats for the protected waters of Arizona's lakes, rivers, and canals. It has a low freeboard, elevated casting decks on the bow and stern, and plenty of storage capacity. This sturdy and sleek aluminum fishing boat is a versatile alternative to fiberglass fishing boats.
The Pro V Bass has a CE certification class (C) making it great in smooth shallow water as well as deeper rough water conditions. Like all Lund fishing boats, the Pro V Bass has Lund's Integrated Power Strake 2 (IPS2) Hull and Twin-Plated Bottom. This makes for a smooth, dry ride even in rough water conditions.
Casting Decks
Like all Lund boats, there are 2 casting decks which are made for serious fishermen.
The casting deck on the bow is very large. You have a space big enough for 2 or 3 fishermen to cast their lines without bumping into each other.
And the casting deck on the stern is large enough for 1-2 anglers to fish.
Seating
The difference between the 1875 Pro V Bass and the Pro V Bass XS is the seating. The XS has 2 extra seats allowing you to bring more passengers.
Lund offers two basic versions of the 1875 Pro V Bass fishing boat:
Traditional 3 passenger bench-style seating, which is 3 side-by-side buckets
Pedestal seating with the driver and passenger riding on pedestal-mount fishing seats with a shared console in the middle
The pedestal version comes with 2 flip-up jump seats in the rear deck and more floor space in the main cockpit, but it seems like wasted space since so little time is actually spent in this part of the boat. It also gives up the enormous storage compartment located under the seats in the traditional bench-style version.
That being the case, most anglers will likely choose the traditional bench-style floor plan in this boat, which also allows a larger rear deck with integral tackle storage.
The Pro V Bass come comes standard with a bench seat layout, but it you do need extra seating, check out the Pro V Bass XS.
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1875 Pro V Bass Specifications
Length
18' 9"
Max HP Capacity
200 HP
Beam Width
96"
Max Rod Storage Length
8'
Max Persons
4
Fuel Tank Size
36 Gallons
Pro V Bass XS
The Lund Pro V Bass XS is built with a great bass boat-style deck, that has been growing in popularity since it came out. The "XS" stands for 'Extra Seating' because it has 2 extra flip up seats in the back. This makes taking 4 people fishing very comfortable compared to the 1875 Pro V Bass.
The Pro V Bass XS is a versatile aluminum bass fishing boat. It's designed to help you catch fish as easily as possible. And like the Pro V Bass, this fishing boat has all the dependability and fishability Lund has to offer.
Storage
There is ample space for cavernous storage on all sides of the boat, down the middle, and plenty of storage in the glove box. This fishing boat is designed to handle casting on both ends of the boat.
The main compartment for rod storage is in the bow. It holds 15 rods plus a battery stow away. And you get rod saver straps standard on both sides of the boat so you can easily maneuver from one side to the other.
Casting
Like the Pro V Bass, you will get the same size casting decks on the bow and stern. Lund knows what you're there, so this fishing boat is designed to help you catch fish without tripping over other people or tangling your lines.
Seating
The Pro V Bass XS has more seating than the Pro V Bass. The "XS" stands for 'Extra Seating,' because it has 2 extra flip up seats in the back. This makes taking 4 people fishing very comfortable compared to the 1875 Pro V Bass, which only has enough seats for 3.
The center of stern comes standard with a place for a bike seat or pedestal seat. You upgrade to an optional Pro-ride seat, which a lot of fishermen do.
Cockpit
There are 3 outlets on the dash to mount Fish Finders, GPS, and any other electronic you want to install. The switches are easy for the driver to get to and the gauges are easy to see. There's enough room under the dash to install a Hot Foot to keep your toes warm on cooler nights.
The passenger side has an optional removeable port console. It acts as wind protection for your passenger and gives even more storage.
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1875 Pro V Bass XS Specifications
Length
18' 9"
Max HP Capacity
200 HP
Beam Width
96"
Max Rod Storage Length
9'
Max Persons
5
Fuel Tank Size
39 Gallon
Final Thoughts
The Lund 1875 Pro V Bass and Pro V Bass XS aluminum bass boat are made for serious fishermen who want a dependable boat that is designed with fishing in mind. You get everything you need to navigate shallow water and rough Arizona lakes in the newest bass fishing boats on the market. The Pro V Bass XS is the four seat version which means there's room for the whole family or just a few close fishing buddies. Of all the boats in the Lund lineup, the 1875 has everything you need and more.